US Army Training Center - Yearbook (Fort Bragg, NC)

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Barracks In the Army, the barracks is a manas home, but during basic combat training it is also an extension of the class- room. Everyday, there are floors to be swept, windows to be washed, and a latrine to be cleaned. Cleanliness and order become a way of life for the new soldier. 4,

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l 4 ,MA W , M X My MQW Orientation Parade Pass in review after only a few days of basic training? During the Hrst week of training a new battalion forms on their brigade parade ground. The review is a fitting introduction to the Army as the new soldier witnesses the presentation of awards to other soldiers of the Training Center, is welcomed by his Brigade Commander and passes in review, hopefully, without losing the cadance. WW 4 E Q

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Physical Training The phrase 'cproficient military athlete is heard many times by trainees throughout their basic combat training cycle. Physical training is stressed throughout training and emphasis is placed on complete physical development. Each trainee must be developed physically to be capable and ready to perform his assigned mission. Throughout the training cycle, physical training is given every day. A trainee is rated on his physical fitness by the Physical Combat Proficiency Test QPCPTD. This test is taken twice during the training cycle. The first test is a 'gdry-run'7 to orient the individual sol- dier. During the second test, at the end of the cycle, a trainee is scored on his physical proficiency. A score of 300 from a possible 500 points is the standard score he must obtain to meet minimum physical fitness standards.