 | USCG RESERVE DOCTRINE | Since 1941 when the Coast Guard Reserve was established to increase the military capability of the Service during World War II, the Reserve Component has evolved to augmenting daily operations and responding to foreign and domestic man-made and natural threats in the maritime environment. Publication R is doctrine for the Reserve; it is paramount to the continued success of the truly unique, integrated structure for the total Coast Guard workforce to read and understand the foundational and directional information presented in this document. | 10/6/2021 | |