[DTogo]

I don't buy into it as "doom and gloom" but if there are shortfalls, and regular attrition, you would think the Army would want slots filled ASAP - and why not start with experienced guard/reservists and get them processed promptly?

You would think...

[68skylark]

Yeah, I see your point. I guess the active forces have usually had some prejudices against reserve forces -- that may be part of the issue. Also, moving experienced folks from the reserves to active shuts off some promotion opportunities for those already on active duty (and takes away strength from a reserve unit too) -- that may be part of the issue as well.

Basically, troops can move from active to reserves -- it just takes a good deal of paperwork.