Argumentative Essay on ADRP 1 Chapter 2 of ADRP 1, the Army ethic, is by far and away the most significant chapter as it relates to the duty positions and responsibilities that of a commissioned officer. ADRP 1 defines the army culture as an element consisting of trust and its inherent relationship with the Army ethic, the heart of the Army profession (8). The Army ADRP 1 further defines the Army ethic with such indispensable characteristics such as trust, honor, expertise, stewardship, and esprit de corps (10). The very definition of army ethic describes why it is far superior to that of all other ADRP 1 chapters. No attribute described within the various chapters of ADRP 1 can be achieved vice the army ethic. Trust, honorable service, expertise, stewardship of the profession, army culture and espirit de corps must all hinge on first establishing an army ethic, prior to instituting itself within the conduct of an army officer. The military has undergone a large image transformation in the last decade and half of conflict. This transformation has led to an increased understanding of the importance of the army ethic as no other attribute of an officer is more public facing or noticeable than the army ethic. During this time, army …show more content…
There are numerous reasons for the information/awareness gap in the civilian-military relationship. The most important reason is simple: a lack of civilians who have served or who are a close relative/friend to someone who has served. Despite an ever present press that is free to investigate and report on military policies and practices without fear of retribution, a portion of press who provide alternative and unofficial views, and full military transparency and accountability; our society (civilians) does not truly understand the military's conduct and