The Role of Reserve Forces in Low Intensity Conflict. CLIC PAPERS

Abstract

This paper describes low intensity conflict and the potential impact on US national interests. The role of reserve forces is developed within the context of four categories: peacekeeping, combatting terrorism, insurgency/ counterinsurgency, and peacetime contingency operations. Existing and potential contributions of reserve forces relative to these categories are described. One concern of the author is the proportion of reserve forces to total force in those non combat functions primarily involved in counterinsurgency. He also cautions against overcommitment of reserve forces in such peacetime missions as drug inter diction when it impacts their capability to train and maintain their wartime readiness.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1987
Accession Number
ADA185975

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  • Howard L. Dixon

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  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

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  • Antiterrorism
  • Central America
  • Civil Affairs
  • Employment
  • Foreign Relations
  • Governments
  • Health Services
  • Law
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military History
  • Militia
  • National Security
  • Psychological Operations
  • Terrorism
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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