The Turkish army made a significant contribution to the national unity of the newly founded Republic of Turkey, while also becoming the driving force of modernization in modern Türkiye.
The Turkish army represents a historical force of continuity and modernization.
All revolutions in Türkiye were made through the military.
While social development lagged behind the West, the army and the bureaucratic layers around it demonstrated the power and organization to influence society.
This also led to modernization.
Within the Turkish nation, military camaraderie is a sacred term, evoking friendship and loyalty of the highest order.