The Appropriate Use of the Army Reserve Components in the Future

Abstract

The Department of Defense (DoD) recently completed the 2001 Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR 2001). A major premise of the QDR is the continuing reliance on Reserve Component forces. To ensure the appropriate use of the Reserve Components, DoD plans to undertake a comprehensive review of the Active and Reserve mix, organization, priority missions, and associated resources. This paper will build on recent assessments of Reserve Component issues (utilization, force mix, and emerging missions) and offer insights regarding how the Army should structure and employ its reserve forces in the future. Key areas will include roles and missions within the strategic construct of Assure, Dissuade, Deter, and Defeat and the role of the RC postulated force packages within simultaneously occurring mission requirements.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 03, 2002
Accession Number
ADA404379

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  • Lawrence Smith

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  • United States Army War College

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