Essays about: "military culture"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 58 essays containing the words military culture.

  1. 1. Constructing Capabilities : Military Strategies of Small States in an Age of Transition: Examining the Influence of Strategic Culture

    University essay from Försvarshögskolan

    Author : Lara Kristjansdottir; [2024]
    Keywords : Strategic culture; neorealism; military strategy; defence planning; small state security; Sweden and Denmark.;

    Abstract : Scholars tend to approach small states’ military strategies in terms of restraints and opportunities in the external security environment, largely overlooking the influences of a state’s domestic particularities. This thesis aims to explore how the theory of strategic culture, regarded here as an inherent, domestic context in which strategy is formulated, can add nuance to such realist analyses of how small states build and adjust their defence capabilities. READ MORE

  2. 2. NATO and their gold card holders : An entanglement analysis of Sweden and Finland's decision to apply for membership in NATO

    University essay from Försvarshögskolan

    Author : Emelie Moregård; [2024]
    Keywords : Strategic culture; Sweden; Finland; NATO; entanglement analysis; strategic behaviour; security policy; foreign policy;

    Abstract : The aim of this paper is to gain a greater understanding of the meaning-making process behind Finland and Sweden’s decision to join NATO in 2022, and by so, deviate from their long-standing tradition of military non-alignment. Instead of solely pointing to the Russian invasion of Ukraine as the official reason for NATO membership this paper suggests that the concept of strategic culture can provide one with a greater understanding of their decision to join NATO. READ MORE

  3. 3. Ridlärarutbildningen i Finland – en historisk analys

    University essay from SLU/Institutionen för husdjurens biovetenskaper

    Author : Salla-Mari Ketokoski; [2024]
    Keywords : ridlärare; ridkonstens historia; militären; kavalleriet;

    Abstract : Riding is a popular leisure activity throughout the Nordic countries. The transition from military to a popular sport has followed a similar path Sweden and Finland. In Sweden there is some research on the subject, but this is lacking in Finland. READ MORE

  4. 4. Worn symbols and their role in the military – a study of their effects and perceived value in the French army

    University essay from Försvarshögskolan

    Author : Filip Gustavsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Symbols; cohesion; shame; motivation; military culture; uniform; professionalism.;

    Abstract : This study aims to explore the perceived value and effect of symbols worn in the military. Since uniforms create uniformity, symbols are one of the few ways individuals can distinguish themselves. These symbols hold more value than just a piece of fabric which serves a practical purpose. READ MORE

  5. 5. Potential AI Application In The Swedish Army And Its Relation To The Holiness Of Life : A study of army officers' narratives on the military experience in the face of AI

    University essay from Försvarshögskolan

    Author : Pepule Majken Brodrej; [2023]
    Keywords : Holiness of Human Life; Emotions; Transrational Sentiments; Social Contracts; Military AI; Artificial intelligence;

    Abstract : This master thesis examines army officer's view of the social implications of AI within the Swedish Army, as well as what is required of researchers to understand the implications of AI. The thesis is based on an interpretive study of the army officers' narrative and is supported by contemporary research on AI for military use. READ MORE