Human aspects of armed combat, the specificity of military profession

Abstract

This study analyzes the challanges of modern society in terms of the armed forces and armed combat. Examine the public views on the army and the war. By the end of the 20th century shows the changes concerning the role of the war and armed forces. It analyzes the impact of these changes on the place of modern armed forces in society and its operating conditions. It presents the impact of new NATO strategy, organizational principles of staff of the armed forces. Describes the structure of the voluntary forces personnel, staff recruitment. About today's military career characteristics and dilemmas of the human resources strategy.