Training was intense. I never found this only later in years to read the time lines of the 196th Light Infantry movements. (n.d.)Army.mil. First year alot came from cook county Chicago 2nd year it flipped and they were from Orange county LA. (101st and 1st Cav). After my training at Polk I went to Ord then to Benning. This course will provide the student with an increased understanding of the U.S. Army, its various missions and most importantly, how to contribute to the success of those missions. Kinda would have been good to make the 196th transfer to Danang and been there. He was drafted into the Army. Dix he was a tough guy but fair. 610 Harmon Drive So hell yes it was still operating. If AO was used at Fort Pork I would like to know about it. 9 talking about this. now and then I wonder what could have been with the move to DaNang and being for the most part base guard. The METC on Fort Sam Houston, Texas is located at Joint Base San Antonio, is a United States Department of Defense campus-similar to a university- with 50 programs to study . Good luck, Mike. Army Times. After returning to Fort Polk in mid-1967, as stated above, I worked as a Personnel Records Clerk, and one of the companies that I maintained records for was my basic training company, E-1-2. Alongside themes of Fort Sam Houston's history, throughout the exhibits is the story of the evolution of American military installations, border security, medical service and training, mobilization activities, and the evolution of Army uniforms. Bound Tree University. It proved to me that I could take it. Of course went to Viet Nam we made up three new Companies for The Big Red One in Viet Nam. This class is designed to give you a better understanding of successful financial strategies. I was at Fort Polk, La. San Antonio Area Chapter. Phone: (210) 221-1211. Espesially escape and evasion weekWOW.Bless you sgt.Ramos i pray you made it home ! Off to Vietnam Jan 1969 assigned to 9th Regiment 25th ID. You are not allowed to consume tobacco. DSN: 471-1211. OpenMonday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drill sergeants are back at Advanced Individual Training (AIT)(Arden, 2018) and the Army is establishing a "standardized combat casualty care instruction for all service members" (Department of Defense, 2018, p. . He got sick after three week . An OSUT POI could really streamline the training process and ensure an extremely high post-school house product so that medics are at the top of their game before arriving to their unit or a battlefield. Yes, I did go to Vung Tau, Vietnam, assigned to 147th Ash co, (Chinook) in flight operations, my point, am not sure, to this day, was it Divine intervention, or just plain good luck, yes, I think the first. I would certainly be interested in seeing those pics, I was assigned to D-3-2 and in that time period I had completed a course at the Ft. Polk Academy and was serving as a Drill Corporal at that time. Sgt Simms was my DI. She worked there long before I got there, whe was still working there when I left. Dont think they were doing AIT year books anymore at this time? As the U.S. entered World War I, Fort Sam Houston grew yet again. I am glad the DAV worked with you to get what you deserved. I remember a Drill Sargent named Harris & a 2nd LT from NY, but cant remember his name. It no longer made a difference to me that there were no partitions between the toilets. Arrived at Ft. Polk Jan. of 68, 9 weeks of AIT at Tigerland, remained at Ft. Polk and went through a 4 week course at Ft. Polk Academy,Drill Corporal Course,[ I cannot find anything about that course or the pocket patch issued after graduating, wish I could ] Later in 68 I re entered the Academy and became a Drill Sgt.I returned to the North Fort in a BCT Co. D-3-2 and finished my tour there. One, we ran in the morning before breakfast. The central structure, the Quadrangle, became the new Quartermaster Depot and Headquarters, Department of Texas. Once you arrive at JBSA-Randolph, report to your Commander Support Staff (CSS) with your sealed records. Fort Polk began as a base for the Louisiana Maneuvers in the 1940s. Can I attend?Yes, you are highly urged to attend your Soldier`s graduation ceremony. Next I had to take a flight physical. Officer Orientation, Spouse 2525 Fairchild Street,building1524 While doing so, I devised and implemented a special processing method for processing in reservists, and got a Army Commendation Medal for it. Assigned to G2/G3 at Hq USARV. Then, after basic back to Tigerland. Retrieved from https://www.army.mil/article/207956/opat_reducing_trainee_attrition_avoiding_millions_ Enlisted training is tailored toward a specific job skill, combining BCT and AIT into a program which usually lasts We respect each child's unique interests, experiences, abilities and needs, thus allowing us to be responsive to and appropriate for each child. The Combat Medic Specialist Training Program (CMSTP) is the largest medical training program in the U.S. Army, training up to 6,000 students per year. Awful tour including malaria, food poisoning twice, agent orange residuals resulting in diabetes, and much more. My biggest memory of working in that office was when a levy report came down from Washington, that listed those who were going to be sent to Vietnam. I maintained personnel records for several South Fort companies, even for E-1-2. more. After B-4-1 I wasnt afraid of anything the Army could hand me. Anyone interested in pictures let me know. Oh yes we got FREE beer as a reward, cool. . Admin Office: 0700 - 1530 Warehouse: 0730 - 1500 . Thank you for your post. and learning the principles behind becoming an effective, agile leader. BCT in Fort Polk, LA in April 1972. Retrieved from https://www.army.mil/article/202923/ait, Army combat fitness test. However, this may delay their training.The American Red Cross 24-hour emergency contact number is 1-877-272-7337http://www.redcross.org/Back to top of page. Our Tri-Service Campus is located on Fort Sam Houston, Texas in the City of San Antonio. Submit a request for information3630 Stanley Road # 301Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234. Had draftees coming in 24 hours a day. didnt really put into perspective the impact of being at Ft Polk AlT wouold mean then in june-Aug 1970. JBSA Personal Property Management Offices Lost three buddies during my tour and was wounded myself with schrapnel. On Monday, June 28, 2021, the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence will conduct a pilot graduation for 14 Soldiers graduating from the 68P Radiology Specialists Course before making the final. Between the two, they oversee defense activities for all of North and South America. I do have a picture of our training company(dont recall the proper company ect). At the completion of AIT soldiers with last names beginning with A,B,C,D got orders for Germany, while E thru Z went to Nam. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1975, Fort Sam Houston stands as one of the Armys most historic posts, continuing to serve the nation and world. The experience of being there and then experiencing what happened after we left is sickening. do you know if they were stll doing AIT for Tigerland training cycles during 1970? And, the bonus is that you will not be in the Army on active duty for more than two years and wont get a second tour of Vietnam that you might as either a Warrant Officer or Officer. As a result, there were few of us who were going to Viet Nam, at least immediately. Following World War I, Camp Travis became home to the 2nd Division. Fort Sam Houston itself served as a mobilization point and staging area for virtually the entire National Guard, called up by President Wilson to protect the border. Found your post last night. In Advanced Individual Training (AIT), you'll learn the Three years ago at age 66, I was diagnosed with Leukemia which can be caused by Agent Orange. Instead, they attend the Chaplain Basic Officer Leadership Course (CBOLC), which is a 12-week course taught at the USA Chaplains Center and School (USACHCS) in Fort Jackson, S.C. Instruction at USACHCS is conducted by highly trained, professional, and experienced Army officers and non-commissioned officers (NCOs). An OSUT can easily be taught with a mixture of civilian and military instructors in order to keep the academic level high enough to consistently pass the NREMT, and also sharpen the Soldiers in other important areas such as leadership and advanced combat skills. Located in the historic Quadrangle, the Fort Sam Houston Museum tells the story of one of the oldest active Army posts in America. Training. As a 2nd LT got orders to VN after one yr. A week later orders were cancelled for all cadre at the Fort. Everyone knew when we left Knox the end game would be Nam. EMAIL: usarmy.knox.usarec.mbx.fs-family@mail.mil NEED HELP WE WERE SPRAYED DURING TRAINING PLEASE CONTACT ME AT jimmyandclaudia@gmail.com thank u jimmy. Secure .mil websites use HTTPSA lock (LockA locked padlock) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .mil website. That was rough. civilian employee . I saw that we had something in common, and wanted to comment. Made SP5 in 18 months. NOTE: Additional information can be found at: http://www.chapnet.army.mil/usachcs/, Family Members: click here to access information designed to assist families of Future Soldiers don't hear from you right away, they shouldn't worry. The student`s focus here at the AMEDD Center & School should be discipline, teamwork, basic Soldier skills, tactical medical doctrine, The Taxi Driver said. 2536 Garden Ave. pvt.james c,johnson. Anyone want to email me, I will answer you. Guys who worked in the Levy Section, where rosters for Vietnam came down from Washington, lived in Co. A, Sp. However, the views expressed therein are those of the authors and are not necessarily those of the Army University, the Department of the US Army, or any other agency of the US Government. There was just more of it. Bring a copy of immunization records or proof of immunity as well as medical and dental records, to include a copy of a well woman exam completed within the past 12 months (if applicable). They must be nominated by the chain of command and approved by the Battalion Commander. Where can I get other information about my Soldiers training?Each unit`s website is different, but a wealth of information more specific to the post is where your Soldier is stationed. Gary, I understand. In order to enter JBSA locations, visitors are required to have a valid form of identification and to have a sponsor with a valid DOD ID card. Heck, it was learned that I was a competent golfer so I was selected to play in a tournament with base officers so I was excused for an entire week to practice and play, my wife having sent my clubs to the fort via Greyhound bus. Fort Sam Houston Training Support Center. ME!!! I still have that lighter today. 22-week Infantry OSUT pilot program trainees graduate at forefront of Soldier Lethality. Museum visitors without a DoD ID card must stop at the Visitor Center on Walters Street. They are trained not to hit or abuse your Soldier in any way. - 0800 hrs.Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: 0800 hrs. Hey. During this period, Fort Sam Houston also gave birth to military aviation. In 2012, all the numbered field armies were re-designated, and Fifth U.S. Army became U.S. Army North. Harold Hathcock, items along with items that will not be permitted. I was in the Enlisted Records Branch, where I maintained personnel records for permanent party personnel in several basic training and AIT companies. Troops. Actually Im a Life Member of the DAV and that is the only organization I belong to. Fort Sam Houston Inprocessing and Outprocessing. No suppliments or over the counter drugs. During their stay in the reception company getting their vaccinations updated, learning a little. I was suppose to go to fort Lee Va, for supply school finally got there in July of 71. I took Basic and AIT at Fort Polk, North Fort from March into August 1972. I was drafted April 20th or 21st, 66 and sent to Ft Polk for basic training. The doctor will give them proper health care. As the turmoil of the Mexican Revolution threatened the U.S., in 1916 Headquarters, Southern Department oversaw border operations from from the Quadrangle of operations spreading from Texas to Arizona and then into Mexico itself with Pershings famous Punitive Expedition. I went to ft Polk la right after basic training in ft Leonard wood mo I was at tiger land around June 1971 then I went to ft benning airborne. JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Soldiers assigned to the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE) attend refresher training while. Trainee will receive a $350 Smart card for purchases at the training base, this will be enough to purchase needed items you are not issued and replace items above. In another 50+ years it will wind up on ebay as a relic? After you complete Basic Combat Training, you're ready for the next step. Almost sounds like a ditto repeat which i had as well. Kinda true. I took basic and AIT training at Ft. Polk July-Nov 1971. Department of Combat Medic Training prepares Soldier medics for battlefield trauma care. I too was a Personnel Specialist with the Adjutant Generals Office and also assigned to Company A Special Troops. Paratroopers with 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, provide emergency medical care to a simulated casualty during a live-fire exercise alongside British paratroopers, Nov. 16, 2018, in Kenya, Africa, as part of Operation Askari Storm. From there I was sent to Key West, Florida, then Germany and home. We were exposed a number of times in Vietnam, though. Visitors and Family issues to include: medical and financial care of dependents, movement of dependents, and Family correspondence. All but a handful went to Nam. I was at South Fort for Basic and North Fort for AIT. Any veteran with a cancer diagnosis who was exposed to agent orange is eligible for VA Medical Benefits. Be sure to have all copies of orders and documents issued by your unit Recruiter and/or MEPS. need to know the same thing ,if any knows please contact me at jimmyandclaudia@gmail.com thank you, Wonder how long they did that? Go ARMY! D 2 1 BCT Fort Polk, LA. Between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., all vehicle passengers must have Department of Defense identification or a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) identification card or pass. So I guess I was too late for the soldier youre looking for. Remember them who didnt come back alive and those missing. See the kind of training AIT schools offer below. Did you happen to know a DI named Sgt Simms? Fort Sam Houston is home to more than 36,000 active duty and DOD civilians; 48,000 family members; and 76,000 retirees. Contact Information. In most cases, your training will be conducted in two phases. Did you know her? Welcome to your United States Army Future Soldiers Training Program! I could never figure out why he had a southern accent. Soldiers will receive monthly pay by direct deposit. It is challenging, however, because everything is new and Soldiers do not know what to expect. Thanks Mike, but I really can not remember my DIs names. There is a NEW Financial Management Class located on the Additional Training tab of the FSTS. PHONE: 877-535-6387 TOLL FREE. It also highlights the close relationship between the Post and San Antonio -- "Military City, USA" -- with roots extending back to the Spanish presidio of 1718. Please view your Soldiers unit page for more information.If I attend graduation, where are the hotels I could stay at?If you plan to stay more than a day in the area where your Soldier attends training, you should call the nearest city`s Chamber of Commerce for some recommendations about clean, safe accommodations during your visit.Will my Soldier come home with me after he/she graduates?Every Soldier`s situation is different. Arrived at Fort Polk From Chicago where it was 4 Degrees in Feb of 71 and 70 at Polk I thought I died and gone to heaven until I met My Drill by the name of Lopez real asshole hated us Chicago Boys he said we were all Gangsters. Got there about 7:30 pm or so. If you arrive after 4:30 p.m. or on a weekend or holiday, please go to the JBSA-Randolph 24-hour arrival point at the JBSA-Randolph Lodging office, located in building 112. Official websites use .milA .mil website belongs to an official U.S. Department of Defense organization. Here, you will get your first taste of military life. The doctors will contact the Chain of Command (your Soldiers Commander/1SG) if they think it`s necessary. And with a limited number of tourniquets per Soldier in combat, training to improvise a tourniquet, rather than a chest seal, is a much more necessary testable skill. Documents Needed There are more rocks and trees to give you cover on the ground than there are in the sky. ATTN: ARNO-CS-MU Make arrangements with your Soldier as they near this time.What if I have an emergency where I absolutely have to contact my Soldier?In an emergency, contact your local American Red Cross office, and they will relay the emergent information to your Soldier and his/her training cadre. Interested in earning a promotion, or even more as a Future Soldier? Good Luck, and hope this helps. Went Ft. Ord then to Ft. Benning and on to Vietnam Jan 1969. I made SP5 in 15 months 03/68, and got out in 10/68. in_wasted_training_dollars_officials_say, Meenach, D. (2015, April 30). Fort Sam Houston was formally named for Gen. Sam Houston, the hero of the battle of San Jacinto and the first president of the Republic of Texas in 1890. There is a NEW Financial Management Class located on the Additional Training tab of the FSTS. However, I didnt go to Vietnam until 71-72. Received Letter of accommodation from CO and was promoted to PFC there. Did 10 months and 5 days and went home wounded. If anyone remembers my brother or this incident I would really like to talk. Anything from small groups to several greyhound buses. So taking Taxi ride to North Folk complaining about winning 5 and not 6th. Parks. Permanent Party with Company A Special Troops. OPAT reducing trainee attrition, avoiding millions in wasted training dollars, officials say. I remember the Stewardess gave us a small paper cup with some liquid that put us out for the entire flight. Your Soldier will first be assigned to a "reception company," which is a precursor to training. Future Soldier Training Veterans Health Identification Card (VHIC) I thought that sounded good, at least better than Tigerland at Polk. Think it was 2 weeks pass home before going to the Nam as 11BRAVO. Services provided by JBSA-Military & Family Readiness are open to all branches of services, active duty, Reservists,National Guard, retirees, survivingspouses,DOD civilians, their families, andDOD contracted employees, unless otherwise stated. I took basic training in south fork under Sgt. Have picture of him from album. Not Sure the year. It was a bad time to be in the Army because most men were resentful draftees, but we got by. All got Post Privileges except that winner got Off Post Privileges. ! I think I still owe you 50 pushups sarge !! You will likely get phone privileges on Sundays after red cycle from what I remember. Students will be assigned to Alpha Company, 187th Medical Battalion for the duration of their Basic Officer Leaders Course (BOLC) training. I, too, have wondered so many times, how many of those guys made it back. Thanks Dad for that $100 bucks. Anybody says the marines had it harder dont know what theyre talking aboutpropaganda. With future conflicts on the horizon, the U.S. Armys combat medics will need to be sharper than ever. I was at Tigerland from July-Aug 1970 then orders to the Nam. Thanks. Did see him again until last week. Those being shipped out were processed by some of my buddies in Company A, Sp. The link below is to contact the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE). In an OSUT, with a heavy NCO instructor force, changing the curriculum to meet the needs of the modern battlefield would take priority over injuries seen more in the civilian sector. Download the packing list: BT Packing List. After those preliminary orders for Fort Ord I had an interview with the OCS officers, maybe a Lt. Col, and 2 Majors? At graduation on June 6, 1967, I received my new orders. Interesting they dont list ssn anymore for good reason. What You'll Learn Won the Barracks 5 weeks in a row. In Advanced Individual Training (AIT), you'll learn the skills needed to perform your military occupational specialty. We did Obstacle Course in 38 Minutes Company B South Fort. 196th Light Infantry Americal..WIA 5 months later. It has everything needed and is why the Best Medic Competition is held there every year (Williamson, 2018). Bastards.. Simms got his orders for Nam after our Graduation. I also processed week-end warriors (Reserves and National Guard troops), in summer, 1967, who were assigned to Ft. Polk for their summer training. During the summer of 1968, I processed reservists and National Guard personnel, who came to Ft. Polk for summer training. The graduation percentage might increase if an OSUT model was used. Featuring museum tours, military demonstrations, https://t.co/614xB7hWao, Impressive support of military (and all!) I was fortunate to qualify number one in the Battalion on the M-16 and was called to the stage at the graduation awards ceremony to receive a prize from the CO. The US Armys premier multimedia organization that focuses on advancing the ideas and insights military professionals need to lead and succeed. my dad was a drill sgt here roger burdette wish someone had some pics of him think he was there in 1967-68 and later. The most convenient one is on Walters Street, north of Interstate 35. Army Personnel: There is no Army reception center at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. One of the Drill Sergeants in our company was Staff Sergeant Harry J. Odom. My father and I watched the NVA storm the airbase at Danang after I was back in the world on TV and we both cried. What are Sergeants like?Most often, our impressions of Sergeants come from the movies and television. JBSA-Lackland, Texas78236. Not to exceed $100 in cash, travelers checks or money orders, Checkbook and/or ATM card with access to direct deposit account for military pay (must have active account accessed within the last 6 months). This is the only way you can be sure your records are correct. I came home pretty beaten up and didnt ever want to deal with politicians again. The Reception Battalion processing is a shock to some Future Soldiers. I too have served my country well 17 yrs; 6 mths. you take in life. Good luck and let us know. Future Soldier Family, Click here to access online training and links to assist you in preparing for Initial Entry I liked Basic Training because all our Drill Sergeants were Black and really made marching fun. Thank GOD you didnt hit anyone, fool. Probably saved my life. I know that he did a tour at the British Jungle Warfare School in 1968. Got to Nam and became 11B for 4 months before I touched a mortar. Is there a limit to how many people can attend graduation for each Soldier?There is no limit as to how many attend graduation, but be aware that some graduation venues have limited seating, it is important to arrive slightly early. What benefits are available to our family?Each unit seeks to share information about benefits with Soldiers and family members, to include inviting family members to graduations. You won't see much of fort sill to be honest, other than family day or graduation. When Camp Travis merged into Fort Sam Houston, the 2nd Division became known as "Fort Sam Houston's Own" and ran the post.
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