BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: INTRODUCTION
Reporting for Duty
Hear why Americans from different backgrounds and with various interests chose to become Soldiers.
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BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: INTRODUCTION
Reporting for Duty
Hear why Americans from different backgrounds and with various interests chose to become Soldiers.
Hear why Americans from different backgrounds and with various interests chose to become Soldiers.
BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: Red Phase 1
Meet the Drill Sergeant
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the first week of Basic Combat Training where Privates meet their Drill Sergeants, get acquainted with their team members and begin the process o...
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the first week of Basic Combat Training where Privates meet their Drill Sergeants, get acquainted with their team members and begin the process o...
BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: Red Phase 2
Physical Training Begins
Watch as Privates are introduced to obstacle courses, climbing walls and endurance challenges. With teamwork, they can learn to rise above their fears.
Watch as Privates are introduced to obstacle courses, climbing walls and endurance challenges. With teamwork, they can learn to rise above their fears.
BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: White Phase 1
Introduction to the M16
See how Privates learn to care for and fire their M16A2 rifles. Their marksmanship is tested on various target ranges as they receive instruction and hone their skills with their...
See how Privates learn to care for and fire their M16A2 rifles. Their marksmanship is tested on various target ranges as they receive instruction and hone their skills with their...
BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: White Phase 2
Meet the Warrior Tower
Watch the Privates take on two of the toughest physical challenges in Basic Combat Training—the Warrior Tower and “pugils.” The first is a test of willpo...
BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: Blue Phase 1
More Responsibility. More Weapons.
Take a look behind the scenes at U.S. Weapons, a course where Privates learn about the .50 cal. machine gun and the M203 grenade launcher, and train in live-fire exerc...
Take a look behind the scenes at U.S. Weapons, a course where Privates learn about the .50 cal. machine gun and the M203 grenade launcher, and train in live-fire exerc...
BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: Blue Phase 2
Rites of Passage
Witness the celebration of Rites of Passage, a time-honored ritual where Privates earn the right to call themselves Soldiers.
Witness the celebration of Rites of Passage, a time-honored ritual where Privates earn the right to call themselves Soldiers.
BASIC COMBAT TRAINING: Graduation
The Moment Has Arrived
See the recruits celebrate completion of Basic Combat Training at graduation.
See the recruits celebrate completion of Basic Combat Training at graduation.
Future Hometown Heroes
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Phu M. Trinh
Private First Class/E-3
Field Artillery 13B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 3 Years Active
Bonus: Training of Choice
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Mariam M. Renner
Private/E-1
Automated Logistical Specialist 92A Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 4 Years Active
Bonus: Training of Choice
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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George Palfy
Private/E-1
Civil Affairs Specialist 38B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 8 Year Army Reserve
Bonus: $10,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Steven S. Elinow
Specialist/E-4
Officer Candidate School Learn More
Hometown: Southampton, PA
Term: 3 Years
Bonus: Training of Choice
College Benefit: $63,000 Loan Repayment
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Jerry Wells
Private/E-1
Petroleum Supply Specialist 92F Learn More
Hometown: Pennsauken, NJ
Term: 3 Years
Bonus: Training of Choice
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Jonathan Rojas
Private/E-1
Motor Transport Operator 88M Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 3 Years
Bonus: Training of Choice
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Sunitha Sunny
Specialist/E-4
Nutrition Care Specialist 68M Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 6 Years – Army Reserve
Bonus: $20,000
College Benefit: $20,000 Loan Repayment
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Nicole Barton
Private/E-1
Supply Specialist 92Y Learn More
Hometown: Levittown, PA
Term: 8 Years - Army Reserve
Bonus: $20,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Richard Gegeckas
Private/E-1
Infantry 11B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 4 Years
Bonus: $9,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Jamir Carter
Specialist/E-4
Transportation Coordinator 88N Learn More
Hometown: Willow Grove, PA
Term: 4 Years
Bonus: Training of Choice
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Sylvester Cobbina
Specialist/E-4
Preventive Medicine Specialist 68S
Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 4 Years
Bonus: $8,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Qwenolyn Kendle
Specialist/E-4
Motor Transport Operator 88M Learn More
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Term: 3 Years
Bonus: $26,000
College Benefit: $50,000 Loan Repayment
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Kathryn Metzger
Private/E-1
Signal Support Specialist 25U Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 4 Years
Bonus: $20,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Perry Jones
Specialist/E-4
Artillery 13B Learn More
Hometown: Elkins Park, PA
Term: 6 Years
Bonus: $25,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Brett Verbich
Private/E-1
UH Helicopter Repairer 15T Learn More
Hometown: Levittown, PA
Term: 6 Years
Bonus: Training of Choice
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Robert Bebian
Private First Class/E-3
Artillery 13B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 4 Years
Bonus: $15,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Greg Hample
Private Second Class/E-2
Artillery 13B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 3 Years
Bonus: $10,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Dan Bachmann
Private/E-1
Military Police Officer 31B Learn More
Hometown: Levittown, PA
Term: 8 years U.S. Army Reserve
Bonus: $20,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Christopher Tooley
Specialist/E-4
Intelligence Analyst 35F Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 6 years U.S. Army Reserve
Bonus: $20,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Sean T. Pine
Private/E-1
Infantryman 11B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 4 Years
Bonus: $4000 Enlistment Bonus, plus Airborne School
New GI Bill College Benefit: $80,000
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Michael Monacelli
Private/E-1
Infantryman 11B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 3 years 17 weeks
Bonus: $13,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: $80,000
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Justin Matthews
Private Second Class/E-2
Military Police Officer 31B Learn More
Hometown: Newtown, PA
Term: 8 years U.S. Army Reserves
Bonus: $20,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Brian Mackey
Private/E-1
Infantryman 11B Learn More
Hometown: Levittown, PA
Term: 5 years 17 weeks
Bonus: $15,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: $80,000
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Stephen Kelly
Private/E-1
Human Resources Specialist 42A Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 6 years U.S. Army Reserve
Bonus: $20,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Timothy Grauel
Private First Class/E-3
Signal Support Systems Specialist 25U Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 3 years 32 weeks
Bonus: $11,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: $80,000
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Nicholas Bozzi
Private/E-1
Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic 63B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 3 years 25 weeks
Bonus: Training of Choice
New GI Bill College Benefit: $80,000
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Brandon Richardson
Private/E-1
Infantry 11B Learn More
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Term: 6 Years Active
Bonus: $15,000
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
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Adam Hunter
Private/E-2
Artillery Mechanic 63D Learn More
Hometown: Levittown, PA
Term: 3 Years
Bonus: Training of Choice
New GI Bill College Benefit: Up to $80,000
