The Army Reserve--Its History and Recommendations for Its Improvement.
Abstract
The United States Army Reserve, as it has evolved from the Militia in the early history of the United States, has a proudage. Throughout national history the USAR and its sister service, the National Guard, have performed outstanding service in times of war and national emergency. When properly organized, equipped, trained and maintained it has come through when called upon. Since national defense policy now calls for the Reserve forces to be the primary backup element for relatively small regular forces, the USAR must be equipped, manned and trained for almost immediate commitment in the event general or limited war erupts. Two very important areas which must be improved in order for the USAR to accomplish its mission are proper utilization of training time for mission oriented training and an upgraded retirement system, designed to enhance both recruiting and retention of high quality personnel.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADA005527
Entities
People
- William W. Taylor
Organizations
- United States Army War College