Citation

Wlnslow D. Can. Rev. Sociol. Anthropol. 1998; 35(3): 345-367.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1998, University of Toronto Press)

DOI

10.1111/j.1755-618X.1998.tb00727.x

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This paper examines the breakdown of discipline in two Canadian peace operations in Somalia and in the former Yugoslavia. The author shows how cohesion and loyalty, which are considered important components of combat effectiveness, are reinforced by Canadian military culture--particularly the Regimental system of the Canadian Army. The author then goes on to describe how strong affective ties, which are encouraged by combat norms, create highly cohesive units that can actually impede the good functioning of the overall organization.