An Emergency Reaction Force for the 1980's.
Abstract
This essay investigates the need for an emergency reaction force during the coming decade. Background information was obtained through a literature search augmented by interviews and exchange of correspondence with senior officers. Historical experience coupled with current and foreseeable international and domestic situations, indicate a need for a designated emergency reaction force. The force should operate under a joint headquarters such as US Readiness Command. To be effective in an era of detente, international interdependence, and domestic crisis it should be highly mobile and extremely proficient. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 15, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA022361
Entities
People
- Marvin Rosenstein
Organizations
- United States Army War College