United States Army Reserve Command
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| United States Army Reserve Command | |
|---|---|
| Unit name | United States Army Reserve Command |
| Dates | 1990–present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Army Reserve |
| Type | Army Service Component Command |
| Role | Operational command and control |
| Command structure | United States Army Forces Command |
| Garrison | Fort Liberty, North Carolina |
| Garrison label | Headquarters |
| Motto | "Twice the Citizen" |
United States Army Reserve Command. It serves as the Army Service Component Command of the United States Army Reserve, providing operational command and control for its assigned forces. Headquartered at Fort Liberty in North Carolina, it is a subordinate command of United States Army Forces Command. The command ensures that the Army Reserve is trained, ready, and capable of providing essential capabilities to the Total Force.
History
The command was established in 1990, consolidating the management of Army Reserve forces under a single operational headquarters. This reorganization was part of broader post-Cold War military reforms, including the Base Realignment and Closure process, which saw the relocation of its headquarters to Fort McPherson and later to Fort Liberty. Since its inception, it has played a critical role in every major contingency, including Operation Desert Storm, the Global War on Terrorism, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. Its evolution reflects the shifting strategic demands placed upon the Army Reserve, transforming it from a strategic reserve into an operational force.
Organization
The command is structured as a three-star headquarters, led by a lieutenant general who also serves as the Chief of Army Reserve. It exercises command and control over a diverse array of units, including functional commands and theater sustainment commands. These are organized under several major subordinate commands, such as the 63rd Readiness Division, the 81st Readiness Division, and the 88th Readiness Division. Its organizational footprint spans the entire United States, with units embedded within communities and integrated with the Active Component and the Army National Guard.
Mission and responsibilities
Its primary mission is to man, train, equip, and provide ready Army Reserve forces to support the Total Army and combatant commanders worldwide. Core responsibilities include maintaining unit readiness, managing personnel and equipment resources, and executing mobilization operations. The command provides essential capabilities in areas such as civil affairs, psychological operations, sustainment, medical services, and engineer support. It is a key contributor to the Defense Support of Civil Authorities mission, assisting during domestic emergencies like Hurricane Katrina and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Training and readiness
Training is conducted at home station locations, at Combat Training Centers like the Joint Readiness Training Center, and during annual training periods. Readiness is measured through the Army Force Generation model, which cycles units through phases of reset, train, and availability. The command emphasizes realistic, multi-domain training exercises, often in conjunction with the Active Component, the Army National Guard, and joint force partners. This ensures that soldiers maintain proficiency in their military occupational specialty while preparing for complex, large-scale combat operations.
Major units
Major subordinate commands include the operational and functional headquarters that manage specific capability sets. Key units are the 200th Military Police Command, the 377th Theater Sustainment Command, and the 807th Medical Command. Other significant formations are the 353rd Civil Affairs Command, the 1st Mission Support Command in Puerto Rico, and the 9th Mission Support Command in Hawaii. These commands oversee a vast network of brigades, battalions, and companies that provide the Army with critical depth and specialized skills.
Leadership
The commanding general is a lieutenant general who holds the dual-hatted role of Chief of Army Reserve, serving on the Army Staff in the Pentagon. This leader is appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the United States Senate. The command sergeant major serves as the principal enlisted advisor on all matters affecting soldier readiness and welfare. The headquarters staff includes directorates for personnel (G-1), intelligence (G-2), operations (G-3), logistics (G-4), and other key functions, mirroring the structure of an Army Service Component Command.