Contingency Operations are They Viable Missions for the Army Reserve?
Abstract
The demise of the Soviet Union has drastically changed the international security environment for the United States. Threats to our national security continue but are far more uncertain. Since the Soviet Union's demise, the United States's military has undergone a gradual drawdown. When coupled with seemingly unending requirements to participate in contingency operations, it would seem appropriate that the nation begin to examine better methods of employing its Reserve Forces. First, however, decisions must be made as to when, how and if Reserve Forces will be utilized. Currently, they are beginning to gain more roles in the area of contingency operations. Are Reservists prepared to participate in these operations? Do contingency operations prepare them for other missions which may require even greater skills? Are there any benefits to Reserve participation? This study explores the growth of Reserve Forces and their ability to operate within the contingency operation environment. It argues that contingency operations are suited to Reserve Forces and, that given the opportunity to do so, they perform missions equally as well as their Active Duty counterparts.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1996
- Accession Number
- ADA308668
Entities
People
- Jon H. Robinett
Organizations
- United States Army War College