The Deutsches Reichswehr (German Reich Defence) is the unified military forces of the New German Reich. It was formed in 2016 by the merger of the former Prussian Landeswehr and the military forces of other German states. The lower ranks of the Reichswehr also serve on a 12 year post-training enlistment. After 12 years full time service, all service men are given the option to be released into reserve service for a further 10 years in the Landwehr, followed by 20 years in the Landsturm.