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

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Domestic
  • Emergencies

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.
  • Strategic Security Studies