Military Glossary
New Army Soldiers spend time with their families and march at graduation.
New Army Soldiers spend time with their families and march at graduation. Graduation marks the end of Basic Combat Training (BCT) and the beginning of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), where Soldiers train in their Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). Although this can be a quick transition, Soldiers get to be with their loved ones on Family Day.
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On the verge of graduation from Recruit Training, recruits reunite with their loved ones during Family Day at Parris Island, S.C.
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