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If the reserve components are to serve effectively in time of war, their basic organization and objectives must conform to the changing character and missions of the active forces.

Quality and combat readiness must take precedence over mere numbers.

Under modern conditions, this is especially true of the ready reserve.

I have requested the Secretary of Defense to reexamine the roles and missions of the reserve components in relation to those of the active forces and in the light of the changing requirements of modern warfare.