Immediate Response 23 takes begins with the deployment of a combat credible force from the U.S. to Europe. After completing reception, staging, and onward movement (RSOM), the units draw equipment from Army Prepositioned Stocks, and conduct multi-national combined arms training in the Balkans.<br />
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The overall objective of Immediate Response is for NATO allies and partner nations to conduct combined theater opening activities (Reception, Staging and Onward Movement), conduct integration into a multinational units, increase interoperability and enhance freedom of movement. Highlights of Immediate Response normally include airborne jumps, air assaults, convoy operations, troop movements and medical training.