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Military Education System and National Development: The Case of the Republic of Korea Army
Abstract
The primary mission of the military is to wage successful battles in war, but in peace its mission must be that of contributing to national development. This is the modern trend and tendency. In the case of Korea, the military has a double mission of contributing to the nation's development while also preventing war from breaking out by serving as the foremost line of defense against the communists. This study surveys the role of the Korean military education system in national development, and examines the interdependence between the military and society in for enhancing benefit from the military education system.
... In the context of South Korea, the significance of International Military Training and Education is particularly evident (Ko, 1983). Following the Korean War, South Korea's dependency on the United States for its defense became apparent, necessitating extensive collaboration to build a capable and modern military force. ...
This paper explores the long-term impact of South Korean military education in the United States on South Korea's defense capacity building. Through qualitative case studies, the research examines the evolution of South Korea's participation in US military education programs and the subsequent utilization of US-trained officers within the South Korean military. The findings reveal significant benefits such as enhanced interoperability, modernization of military tactics, and the development of a highly skilled officer corps. However, the study also addresses challenges including cultural barriers, costs, and political polarization. By providing a comprehensive analysis, this research underscores the critical role of international military education in strengthening South Korea’s defense capabilities and fostering enduring defense partnerships between South Korea and the United States.
The purpose of this paper is to determine the political-military relationship between the Truman Administration and General of the Army Douglas MacArthur during the Korean War. Particular attention was directed to those factors resulting in the relief of General MacArthur in April of 1951. The study was conducted through the medium of library research to include a search of the official documents on this subject at the Harry S. Truman Library and the use of a draft manuscript on the subject from the Office of the Chief of Military History, U.S. Army. The results of the study indicate that MacArthur considered that the Administration's "limited war" policy in Korea was appeasement and as a result he did not fully support Administration policies in the conduct of the Korean War. MacArthur's public statements against the Administration's policy in Korea were not only embarrassing to President Truman and his advisors, but confused their allies as to what the true U.S. foreign policy was in Korea. When General MacArthur refused to heed Administration restrictions in making public statements on U.S. foreign and military policy he was relieved of all of his duties in the Far East by President Truman.
Education in the Navy
- S Julian
- Corbett
Julian S. Corbett, Education in the Navy, Monthly Review, Vol. 6, pp. 34-35, March, 1962.