Abstract
In Chapter 3, the list of virtues derived from the military’s regulative ideal included honour, courage, integrity, obedience, patriotism, self-sacrifice and loyalty. This list is not exhaustive — there may be other military virtues — however these virtues would constitute the core of any plausible list of military virtues. Of these obedience is often claimed to be one of the most important. Obedience, it is argued, is not only necessary for swift and efficient military action but is also a character trait that demonstrates trust in one’s superiors and in the legitimacy of military demands. Military personnel need to cultivate the habit of obedience so that they do not hesitate when ordered to act. Yet obedience to authority is notoriously problematic.
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