Book Description
The author, a life member of the Reserve Officer Association and USAR AGR officer, takes a look at how outside organizations with significant influence can be of help to the Total Army. This paper lays out the roles of the Reserve Officer Association, National Guard Association of the United States, and the Association of the United States Army. The three associations have considerable influence in shaping public opinion regarding the integration of the three components of the Total Army. Recommendations are made in areas where the three associations can help deal effectively with a number of the important policy questions confronting the Total Army.