What Is The Purpose Of The U.S. Military? -- A Commentary

A cadet waits to recieve his diploma during commencement ceremonies at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., May 21, 2011. DOD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley

Does The US Military Have A Clear Purpose? -- Bruce Fleming, Christian Science Monitor

Those we ask to serve don’t know what they’re defending – and why. How do you inspire citizens to serve when victory isn’t a goal?

Soon, openly gay servicemen and women will be able to serve without reprisal. Harvard has re-instated its Reserve Officers Training Corps. This seems to many like progress. But who would recommend in these days of the all-volunteer force that anyone, straight or gay, Ivy or enlisted, go into the military at all?

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My Comment: If I had the time, I could write a book answering this question (What Is The Purpose Of The U.S. Military?) .... and it would still only scratch the surface. Bruce Flemming's musings on what this purpose should be deserves some thought .... read it all.