Ruckmarch thursday! 10/10

Ruckmarch thursday! 10/10

Oct 10, 2013 | Army Workout of the Day

You’ll find this out in the real Army, nearly every thursday is ruck march thursday. So what is a “ruck march”? A “ruck” is the large backpack worn by soldiers, and is also known as a “molle pack”. You simple fill it with...
Soldier Handbook

Soldier Handbook

Sep 27, 2013

Introducing the Soldier Handbook When it comes to preparing for a career in the Army, knowledge is power. The Soldier Handbook is your ultimate guide to everything Army-related. This comprehensive guide covers all the essentials you need to know about Basic Training,...
How to Write Letters to Someone in Basic Training

How to Write Letters to Someone in Basic Training

Mar 31, 2013

One of the most frequently asked questions by our readers on our facebook and twitter pages, is how to write letters to soldiers in basic training. This is a very good question, and an important one to ask. So let’s being: Soldiers in Basic Combat Training will...

Fort Jackson Graduation

Jan 7, 2013

Below are the up-and-coming Fort Jackson Graduation Dates for 2024. The time of each basic training graduation will vary, however, your soldier will be able to call and tell you the exact details in enough time that you can make plans. All dates below are subject to...
Army Height and Weight Standards

Army Height and Weight Standards

Sep 30, 2012

The US Army has two forms of measure in which they get a general idea of a soldier’s fitness level during recruitment. The first and most well-known method of assessing a soldier’s physical fitness level is the Army Physical Fitness Test. The second method is the Army...