US Army Training Center - Armor Yearbook (Fort Knox, KY)

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FROM ClVlLlAN TO SOLDIER he civilian passes rapidly through the transitional processes and is exposed to military routine as soon as possible. He begins to assume identity and learns to react to orders. all xi N 't' ll l W A Personal Interview , ' ,,, 52 Completion of Identification Cards if 3' gf W I . A 1 x I X I S 1 ' IT 111 Mfr lil Q Ml l N-

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The civilian is not easily recognized in this trim, tough soldier, Backed up by the acquired skills of his training and the vast moral and economic strength of the United States, he stands as a bulwark of freedom in our world

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ll soldiers are given a complete Physical examination upon their arrival at Fort Knox. ln this way the findings of the previous examinations are confirmed and entered in the permanent records that will accom- pany the soldier during his 'period of service. exam Qu Medical olificer checks heart and chest so t Eyes, ears, nose and throat are next Corpsman records blood pressure 2 am l .s - s ,