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The Dutch National Reserve is independent nor civilian but comes close. These units train every so often in first aid and military skills. They are tasked with:
by sjmulder 9y ago
The Dutch National Reserve is independent nor civilian but comes close. These units train every so often in first aid and military skills. They are tasked with:
1) Security of evacuated areas and vital objects
2) Assisting
- during calamities such as flooding and disease
- authorities in maintaining public order
- with large military transports or exercises ('Host Nation Support')
- civilian authorities other military units during large events
3) Ceremonial activities
Notably absent: fighting wars on foreign soil. And while training attendance is required, all work is voluntary.
The National Reserve is part of the regional emergency plans so there's a real opportunity there to be part of the organised relief efforts right from the start.