The Veteran's Readjustment Program (VRP) effectiveness of recruiting blacks into the U.S. Army Missile Command (MICOM) work force is presented. Comparison of VRP and non-VRP recruitment statistics show a positive trend in black veterans appointments. Discussed are the problems many Vietnam era veterans, blacks in particular, have encountered in finding suitable employment and adjusting to civilian life. Also, discussed is a chronology and brief explanation of programs enacted which provide veteran's preference in Government employment. (Author).
