Reforming the Military Caste System: A Call to Action, 1946-03-20

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 54

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0008

Scope and Contents

The letter is discussing the need for reform in the military caste system, advocating for equal treatment of enlisted men and officers. The author criticizes outdated practices and regulations and suggests promoting capable enlisted personnel to commissioned officers. They believe that the current system is causing bitterness among enlisted men and preventing re-enlistment. The letter calls for immediate action by Congress to address these issues.

Dates

Creation: 1946-03-20

Creator

From the Collection: Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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