National Defense Act of 1920

The National Defense Act of 1920 was a significant U.S. law that restructured the military after World War I. It aimed to modernize the Army and established the National Guard as a reserve force, linking it more closely with the federal military. The Act also improved training, equipment, and organization, ensuring the U.S. could respond more effectively to future conflicts. It emphasized the importance of national preparedness and laid the groundwork for the military's expansion and modernization in the years leading up to World War II.