Fort Sam Houston AIT Experience - YouTube 0:00 / 9:04 Fort Sam Houston AIT Experience Angie 745 subscribers Subscribe 240 14K views 3 years ago My overall AIT experience. In the spring of 1976, the Infantry Training Center at Fort Polk closed its doors and ceased operations. So taking Taxi ride to North Folk complaining about winning 5 and not 6th. It proved to me that I could take it. The doctors will contact the Chain of Command (your Soldiers Commander/1SG) if they think it`s necessary. Wounded Aug 1969 and DEROSed Jan 1970. You were probably there when I came through in Oct. 1966, on a Trailways bus from Houston. All the rest E through Z went to Vietnam. That and when two of the DSs were throwing stones at the Southern Copperhead snake who was coiled up by the edge of the narrow, one lane road as our company marched by. I work for the DAV 1 day a week driving vets to their medical appointments at the Lebanon VA Hospital in PA. I would like to post the Mar May 1968 Ft. Polk cadre of D-3-2. Does anyone remember a Drill Sergeant Clark? I am certain we took some unnecessary casualties because of that. 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. I remember that it was called Little Vietnam! Was trying to find out in Agent Orange was used in the area while I was training? I would love to hear any stories if you have them. Currently, installation entry control points are operating undernormal entry and visitor procedures. Orientation, Medical Welcome to your United States Army Future Soldiers Training Program! I may or may not have seen your father depending on what section, Basic or AIT troops he may have trained with. AIT welcomes back drill sergeants. 1st Class Joshua Rodriguez is currently an infantry battalion senior medic in 3BCT, 101st Airborne Division. Retrieved from https://www.army.mil/article/211413/top_3_teams_recognized_at_the_2018_army_best_medic_awards_ceremony. Currently, 68W AIT is held at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, with the first seven weeks dedicated to mastering the skills to pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) written exam and skills test to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) (Pennsylvania National Guard, n.d.). They learn how to operate in a team and work on mass casualty scenarios. Soldiers are given guidelines specific to their military occupation specialty (MOS). Todays Army focuses on readiness, to include physical fitness, discipline, and medical proficiency. Good luck and let us know. Most units also have a Family Support Group that provides support, information, and assistance to Soldiers and their families. Well, what did you think? Spc. Are Soldier allowed to get a tattoo?TRADOC Regulation 350-6 dictates that tattoo/brand policies apply to all Active Army, United States Army Reserve, and Army National Guard Soldiers whether non-prior service or prior service. gods speed . (2018, December 7). Kinda would have been good to make the 196th transfer to Danang and been there. This visit is necessary to receive counseling and guidance before entering into any written lease or rental/sales contract for housing. 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. Your stay at the Reception Battalion is brief, but it is important. pvt.james c,johnson. Army.mil. There was an army Lt. assigned to the post to sign paperwork but the real boss was a retired army officer, Mr. Jett, G.S. just curious. With degree (I suppose) was assigned to 8th Army HQ Special Troops in Seoul (Yongsan) where I extended my hardship tour (ha ha) and got 19-month early out. Locations, What not to It would have been our last or next to last patrol before being moved to DaNang. That, alone, made my 18 months at Ft. Polk, a much more enjoyable time. Can I attend?Yes, you are highly urged to attend your Soldier`s graduation ceremony. Was in the rice patties in Vietnam on August 19th of 71 and wounded in February of 72. About 1:30 am, we went to a supply room, got a sheet, pillow, and blanket, and was marched to a barracks. This is the only way you can be sure your records are correct. Currently, 68W AIT is held at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, with the first seven weeks dedicated to mastering the skills to pass . I just found out that I am not a baby killer. Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234. Suicide Prevention: 988 or 1-800-273-8255. 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. anyone remember what 1st Sgt Rainwaters first name is? My company might have been E-3-3, or maybe that was my Basic company. Fort Sam Houston Training Support Center. The paratroopers rehearsed medical evacuation procedures including using the helicopters hoist system. I was a NG training in Infantry Mortar. So, we either worked in the same office, or you worked down the hall from our office. Was anyone with A company 2nd bat. 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. 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. Once you arrive at JBSA-Randolph, report to your Commander Support Staff (CSS) with your sealed records. Was the enlistment officer at Ft Polk reception station 2/65 to 1/67. However, the entire course does not have to be taken in the same year. Maricris C. McLane). My basic training was in Company E, First Battalion, Second Training Brigade (E-1-2), from October, 1966 thru January, 1967. The Future Soldier Training is now available. Soldiers look forward to daily mail call.What is a typical day like in advance individual training (AIT)?AIT is very demanding and challenging. The 68W Combat Medic Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) is the second largest in the Army. I truly Polk helped prepare me for Nam. Got my right arm and left ass cheek screwed up and received a service connected disability from the shrapnel. Proud to have been sent there. Army Advanced Individual Training (AIT) teaches the critical job skills needed to serve the military in your new Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). I requested a copy of my records in 2015, and received them. You will be strictly kept in the reception area until shipping off to your battery for bct. . Each evening, after his/her daily training is completed, he/she will be given "personal time," during which he can relax and get ready for the next day. I was at South Fort for Basic and North Fort for AIT. Three years ago at age 66, I was diagnosed with Leukemia which can be caused by Agent Orange. JBSA-Randolph Did 10 months and 5 days and went home wounded. Between the two, they oversee defense activities for all of North and South America. John Roppelt. 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. Spent 14 months working at the AG building as a 71H30 in the coding section for incoming recruits. Retrieved from https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2018/10/25/new-army-research-institute-will-focus-on-soldier-and-squad-performance/, Tan, M. (2016, April 25). Please welcome our newest Future Soldiers, Training Locations I do seem to remember that my time there started out pretty darn hot and muggy. TRUSTED TRAVELER POLICY REMINDER A Big Thank you to the fresh-back Vietnam Veteran who saved my ass by nocking me down just before it blew up12 feet away. Following the Spanish American War, the post again expanded, this time to house a brigade and accommodate units and troops rotating to the Philippines. Millenials may need drill sgts beyond basic, Army say. But if you maintain a positive attitude, it should go smoothly. I hope you keep searching and I wish you my best. Basic Combat Training consists of PHASE I, PHASE II and PHASE III. I survived 6 months in the bush before WIA. 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. Sgt. I liked Basic Training because all our Drill Sergeants were Black and really made marching fun. The rehearsal allowed the two countries to strengthen joint tactics before engaging in combined joint patrols outside Manbij, Syria. The Army respects our First Amendment right to practice religion and Sergeants are available to shuttle trainees to various chapels.What about graduation? They will enjoy reading about the happenings at home, and your words of encouragement are priceless to them.Is my Soldier able to attend religious services while in training?Yes, Soldiers may attend any of several religious services. Admin Office: 0700 - 1530 Warehouse: 0730 - 1500 . The scope of experience and maturity they have achieved will be obvious.Back to top of page As parents or supporters, how can we help?By becoming familiar with the challenges that lie ahead, you can encourage your son or daughter to prepare physically and mentally. Did you know a lady by the name of Marg??? We were from vastly different backgrounds and most of my classmates reservists or guardsmen. For inclement weather notifications and current, automated information on base operating status during a natural disaster, crisis or emergency, call the Straight Talk line: (210) 466-4630. I think my dad was there around the same time you were. Training Support Center The commands CPPA (Administration) will coordinate all in-processing related arrangements. WIA Feb 21st 71 medevac to Zama Japan from 91st Evac March71 then to Valley Forge Army Hosp. Extended OSUT allows repetition to hone combat skills, major general says. Army AIT, or Advanced Individual Training, is mandatory for new recruits after completing Basic Combat Training (BCT). Espesially escape and evasion weekWOW.Bless you sgt.Ramos i pray you made it home ! I was the grunt that left the post about Tigerland and Danang. Awful memories of both places and Ill never forget it as hard as I tried. None of it was near as rough as Polk. An official website of the United States government, New Extended Battlefield - Multi-Domain Operations, France 44: The Wet Gap Crossings at Nancy, Battles of the Korean War Virtual Staff Rides, https://jts.amedd.army.mil/assets/docs/policies/MRT-DoDI-1322-24.pdf, https://www.army.mil/article/214765/22_week_infantry_osut_pilot_program_trainees_graduate, https://www.army.mil/article/207956/opat_reducing_trainee_attrition_avoiding_millions_, https://www.boundtree.com/university/trauma/military-use-of-chest-seals-and-tourniquets-lessons-for-ems, https://www.army.mil/article/107777/department_of_combat_medic_training_prepares_soldier_medics_, https://www.png.pa.gov/army_national_guard/166th_regiment/Medical-Battalion-Training-Site/Pages/68-CMF-Courses.aspx, https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2018/10/25/new-army-research-institute-will-focus-on-soldier-and-squad-performance/, https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2016/04/25/millennials-may-need-drill-sgts-beyond-basic-army-says/, https://www.army.mil/article/210695/extended_osut_allows_repetition_to_hone_combat_skills_major_general_says, https://www.army.mil/article/211413/top_3_teams_recognized_at_the_2018_army_best_medic_awards_ceremony, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil, A location that could potentially house the training school as well as the ranges, rappel tower, obstacle course, desired training areas, as well as the infrastructure needed for a 68W overhaul is Camp Bullis in San Antonio, Texas. You are not allowed to consume tobacco. 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. Fort polk Anyone having any information that may help me can E-MAIL ME at Johngoods2@gmail.com thankyou get down and give me 50 !! I remember it fondly today, because Im almost 70 now and I was young back then. Apparently, you and I were in the same building, at the same time, from April, 1967 to November, 1967. I was born in 75 at Fort Polk and his last tour in Vietnam was 71. Then I was sent to Ft. Bliss and thought Id died and gone to heaven. Think it was 2 weeks pass home before going to the Nam as 11BRAVO. I went to Ft. Ord, CA as 11C and then to Benning as 11B, then Nam Jan 1969. 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. In addition, your length of service was now six years. I remember a Drill Sergeant Burdett, tall thin man, very quite and not too mean. Training company was directly across the road from Tigerland. Take care. Simms got his orders for Nam after our Graduation. A two-week course that focuses on Army writing and correspondence. I still remember the fights in the M-gator Pit, 1/2 mud and 1/2 water, where we were champions of all the other companies that were challenged. Be sure to have all copies of orders and documents issued by your unit Recruiter and/or MEPS. I thought that sounded good, at least better than Tigerland at Polk. - 0800 hrs.2841 Stanley Road, Suite 336JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234-6100, New Arrivals, New Employees, and Visitor Information(210) 221-6976 | DSN: 471-69763630 Stanley Rd, Suite 322JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, Emergency Medical Services Program (EMS)(210) 221-0837 | DSN: 471-08373061 Wilson WayJBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, Future, Current, and Previous Students(210) 221-8715 | DSN: 471-87153630 Stanley Rd, Suite 215JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, Parents and Families Information(210) 221-7380 | DSN: 471-73803630 Stanley Rd, Suite 266JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, 32d Medical Brigade(210) 221-51052851 Harney Path Bldg. Jakari Ford, with 1-229 Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade, competes for the Regional Health Command-Pacific Best Medic competition at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., August 7, 2018. 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. items along with items that will not be permitted. 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. PHONE: 877-535-6387 TOLL FREE. In 2012, all the numbered field armies were re-designated, and Fifth U.S. Army became U.S. Army North. Directory. It is challenging, however, because everything is new and Soldiers do not know what to expect. I went thru basic from April 20 thru July 1967. You are now part of something larger than all of us. The central structure, the Quadrangle, became the new Quartermaster Depot and Headquarters, Department of Texas. Once you arrive at JBSA-Lackland, report to your Commander's Support Staff (CSS) to sign in. Stationed at Fort Polk from 11/65 to 11/67. Allan, did you work in the 1st wing of building 317? The Army will instill pride, self confidence, determination, responsibility, and discipline - characteristics that spell success in any field of endeavor. Drafted April 70/ did basic at Ft Knox then shipped to Ft Polk Tiger Land for another 8 weeks AIT(July-Aug). Never went to VN, but processed a lot of guys going. Hard to believe. I would love to see them, it may have been a bit too early for myself being included, even though I was there at that time, what do you need to send them, my email address ? Went through AIT at Fort Polk after finishing basic at Fort Campbell. 1405 East Grayson St. Building 16. Then I was sent to tiger land in May of 71 and I was not even a Grunt. That is unless you wanted to drop down and do push-ups by the snake. As part of the 502nd Air Base Wing and the 802nd Force Support Squadron, the JBSA-Military & Family Readiness Centers incorporate Airman & Family Readiness, Army Community Service (ACS) and Fleet & Family Support providing a full range of programs and services to support mission readiness. 21st Century Institution Largest Civilian-Accredited Service School with Programs Consistently Top 10 Ranked Nationally Modern and Ready Increasing the Army's Lethality through Soldier. Base Defense Operations Centers: Damn was it hot. 68 CMF Courses. Hated those low crawls right after chow. Completed Infantry AIT in July of 71 at Polk. In 1876, the Army began constructing the Quadrangle on land donated by the city, and the Army garrison moved to the site a few years later. Hello I had 2 brothers who trained in fort polk 167 Johny Humberson and Gary lynn Humberson both were in Vietnam 19 67 19 68 if any one knows them contact me on face book Humberson david @yahoo.com. Entitlements, Healthcare Learn Army tasks in a fun and interactive game environment. 196th Light Infantry Americal..WIA 5 months later. I was in Polk during Nov-Dec 1967, assigned to D-2-1 and had a mean drill Sarge named Sam Spain that hated southern white boys! i was in ft.polk in 1971 turn 18 peeling potatoes . Reception Battalion Fort Sam Houston (Joint Base San Antonio) Official Website. Where do advanced individual training (AIT) Soldiers live while training?Soldiers training live in various accommodations according to course size. would love to know if hes alive and ok. Bob Warden bigbadbob345@yahoo.com. Fort Sam Houston is one of the military posts operated by the US Army in San Antonio. He got sick after three week . I had just graduated from college and gotten married so I was one of the old guys and a college boy. Phone: 210-652-1840 I was then shipped back to the recruit reception station at south fork and assigned to the transfer post, on job, personnel records specialist, Company A, Special Troops. All provided links are consistent with the mission of this website. I later that year went back to the Academy and became a Drill Sgt. I am not wild about our politicians either. To provide policies, procedures, information, and guidance concerning the use of training resources within the Training Support Center (TSC). I still have that lighter today. Had 1st Sgt Rainwater.. A four-week resident course that teaches non-combatant common core skills such as map reading, military customs and courtesies, operations in field conditions and combat survival. ou made me do pushups in the rain..telling meyoud make me do pushups till You were tired I will make you Superman!! Repayment, Post When someone would ask where did you go for AIT? When you responded Fort Polk, there was always some kind of crazy comment. During their stay in the reception company getting their vaccinations updated, learning a little bit about the military, its ranking structure, and attending physical readiness training (PRT). Warehouse: 0730 - 1500, _____________________________________________________, U.S. ARMY INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT COMMAND, "We Are the Army's Home - OpenMonday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All service members should report to the housing office at your assigned installation upon arrival. A lot of older Soldiers (recruiters included) know Fort Sam to be a "party place." It is no longer like that. Parks. With the little amount of pay I was taught very early how to get candy from the old vending machine in the hallway next to the door leading into the area we worked. Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, Admin Office: 0700 - 1530 No suppliments or over the counter drugs. First time with a grunt buddy, second time with my wife and 3 sons, and the last time I went alone. Email: usarmy.jbsa.asa.mbx.training-support-center@army.mil.