In the military July 14, 2013
Staff Reports
BASIC TRAINING
These Southwest Georgians recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, recruits complete a variety of training which includes classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is
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