Rethinking the Total Force.

The article focuses on the need to reassess and revamp the Active Guard Reserve (AGR) program within the U.S. Army Reserve, particularly in light of the 50th anniversary of the all-volunteer force and increased reliance on reserve component forces. Topics include the historical context of the Total Force concept, challenges in achieving complete integration between active and reserve components and the potential role of AGR soldiers in bridging operational and cultural gaps within the military.