We got a quick call from Jordan last Sunday. He said that his Drill Sargent told him he was squared away and they made him a squad leader. He will have 6 other recruits report to him. If they mess up the DS will come to him to handle.
He is finishing week 5 today, he should move on to the blue and final phase next week.
The BLUE phase, weeks 6-9, in addition to Army values and physical fitness this phase includes individual tactical techniques, foot marches, confidence course, and obstacle course. The culmination of basic training is Victory Forge, a 7-day field training exercise combining all previously taught basic combat skills. Soldiers march ten kilometers to their designated training site to start the exercise, occupy the position and establish a defense perimeter. On subsequent days, Soldiers complete the Teamwork Reaction Course, execute tactical exercise lanes and a night tactical and live-fire exercises. The last night includes a return march to the unit area and a ceremony recognizing the successful completion of this challenging operation - and the final transformation as a Soldier in the world's finest Army.
Notes and letters of encouragement are still really important, he would love to hear from more people! Let me know if you need his address!
Proud Army Mom!
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