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We have deliberately taken some of our webpages offline in order to comply with Executive Orders and OSD Policy. The intent is to preserve our history, and we are working to re-publish content as soon as possible.

CHANGES TO DEERS/RAPIDS ID CARD SITES

As of 15 April 2025, 32 Army Reserve DEERS/RAPIDS sites have temporarily ceased operations due to a change in contracting. This impacts services at the 32 locations.

Individuals with appointments at these locations must reschedule their CAC appointments at unaffected sites. To find an alternative location and reschedule, please visit: https://idco.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/.

The United States Army Reserve Command (USARC) is actively working with the Fort Bragg Contracting Command to secure a bridging contract to minimize service disruptions. In the interim, individuals are encouraged to reschedule at an unaffected site: A list of available locations can be found at https://idco.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/.

We understand this closure may cause inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to restore these vital services.

Click here for the full list of affected sites »

Happy birthday, Army Reserve!

Lt. Gen. Robert Harter, chief of Army Reserve and commanding general, U.S. Army Reserve Command, and Command Sgt. Maj. Gregory Betty, command sergeant major of the Army Reserve, wish a happy 117th birthday to the Army Reserve.

Army Reserve Birthday Page

New Army Fitness Test

The U.S. Army announced today the establishment of the Army Fitness Test (AFT) as the official physical fitness test of record for all Soldiers, replacing the Army Combat Fitness Test. Click the link below to read more.

Read more about the AFT

USARC Through Time - Service. Legacy. Honor.

For 117 years our Soldiers have served their communities at home and abroad. They answer the call that our forefathers made to defend our country at all costs. Anytime, anywhere.

Army Reserve Birthday Page

U.S. Army Reserve Through Time: Combat Ready

Since inception, the Army Reserve has worked alongside and in support of the Active Duty and National Guard. Throughout the month of April, join us in honoring 117 years of being Twice the Citizen, Combat Ready.

Army Reserve Birthday page

Month of the Military Child

During April for Month of the Military Child, the Army Reserve recognizes and honors the role military children play in the armed forces community.

America's Army Reserve is Combat Ready

Today’s Army Reserve covers more than 20 time zones, across five continents. Our people bring their purpose and passion to employers in communities across the entire globe. Now, more than ever, America needs a powerful and resilient force, ready to deliver vital capabilities In an ever-changing landscape of both visible and invisible threats, we stand ready, to defeat our enemies, any time, anywhere. America’s Army Reserve: Twice the Citizen, Combat Ready