| National Military Reserve | |
|---|---|
&sq=&lang=&file=File:No._3_Independent_Mounted_Rifles_Squadron.jpg) No. 3 Independent Mounted Rifles Squadron | |
| Active | 1939–1942 |
| Country |  New Zealand |
| Branch | New Zealand Military Forces |
| Type | Reserve Force |
The National Military Reserve was a reserve force of the New Zealand Military Forces. It was formed just prior to the Second World War and intended to provide a reserve pool of manpower to supplement the Territorial Force. The National Military Reserve consisted of a number of independent infantry companies and battalions, as well as independent Mounted rifle squadrons. In 1942 the New Zealand Government rationalised the reserve system. The National Military Reserve was disbanded and most of the constituent units were transferred to the Territorial Force.