U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (KOAA) — The U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2029 has begun their training!
Field training began on July 13 as the cadets made their way from the Cadet Area to Jack's Valley, which is a 6.2-mile march.
According to USAFA, field training introduces cadets to the following:
- first aid skills
- combat arms
- field living conditions
Before field training, cadets were introduced to military customs and courtesies, the Uniform Code of Military Justice, and many more skills that will help the cadets as they progress through training.
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Fort Carson Soldier Raises $50K for Cancer Treatment - Gives It All Away to Help Others
Sergeant First Class David Hong battling stage 4 colon cancer raised over $50,000 in three days for experimental treatment, but when Tricare approved coverage, he donated every penny to help other service members and veterans fighting cancer. The Fort Carson religious specialist underwent the innovative histotripsy treatment earlier this month and remains hopeful about the results. His selfless decision shows how one soldier's battle became a mission to help others in their fight against cancer.
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