A former Marine commander explores when military officers should disobey orders, arguing that loyalty to the Constitution and professional ethics may require questioning even legal orders. The article presents personal experiences of justified disobedience and emphasizes that military officers must exercise moral autonomy while being prepared to face consequences.

https://warontherocks.com/2019/07/when-not-to-obey-orders/

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