Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the distinguished guests, family, and friends of 3rd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment. It is a great day here at Fort Jackson, and I am honored to be with you.

An increase in Army recruitment and enlistment has led to five more basic combat training companies at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri, and a 30% increase in soldiers training there. The Army has ...

FORT JACKSON, S.C. (Aug. 28, 2014) -- As the sun rose Friday morning, more than 1,000 men and women participating in Basic Combat Training at Fort Jackson took their final steps toward becoming ...

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The ‘First 100 Yards′ is a monumental milestone for any soldier. It’s the first 100 yards of Basic Combat Training, and the very first test for trainees in the 434th Field ...

Basic Combat Training is a demanding 10-week journey where young men and women leave civilian life behind and become U.S. Soldiers. Recruits tackle intense physical fitness, weapons skills, navigation ...