Theoretical Foundations of Civil-Military Relations and the Case of the 1960 Coup in Turkiye

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The study shows that traditional theories on civil-military relations fall short in explaining the 1960 coup.
Huntington's, Janowitz's, Schiff's, Feaver's, and Bland's theories are critically assessed, revealing inadequacies.
A multifaceted approach considers historical, ideological, and cultural dynamics in Turkish governance.
Democratic consolidation requires inclusive governance and mutual respect between military and political institutions.

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Analyzes civil-military relations frameworks during the 1960 coup in Turkey, suggesting new approaches.

Senemoğlu et al. (2025) studied this question.

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