The Army Reserves are an indispensable part of the United State's defense strategy. The Army Reserves work in conjunction with the Active Army and the National Guard to ensure the safety and integrity of our Nation. The Army Reserve is comprised of three groups of Soldiers: the Selected Reserve (SR), the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) and the Retired Reserve (RR). In … [Read more...]
Reserve Requirements
To enlist in the Army Reserve you must be: Between the ages of 17-39 A U.S. citizen or registered alien - U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Aliens (people who have an INS I-151/I-551 "Green Card") may join the U.S. Military Healthy and in good physical condition In good moral standing You do not have to have prior military service to join … [Read more...]
Reserve Mobilization
What is Mobilization? When you receive your mobilization orders, mobilization is simply reporting to your Army Reserve Home Station, which is usually your Army Reserve Center. Here, your unit will begin preparing you for Activation. LEVELS OF … [Read more...]
Life Insurance
The Serviceman's Group Life Insurance, better known as SGLI, is group term life insurance currently available to all members of the U.S. Army. SGLI is a group life insurance policy purchased by the VA from a commercial life insurance company, and is partially subsidized by the federal government. Servicemembers on active duty, active duty for training or inactive duty for … [Read more...]
Legal Assistances
For soldiers who want direct access to the portal sponsored by JAGCNet, go to the Legal Services Web site. Unsure if you qualify for legal assistance? Refer to the following information: Reserve Component (RC) soldiers and their family members are eligible for limited legal assistance services through the Army Legal Assistance Program, pursuant to Army … [Read more...]