All service members were assessed on their physical and mental abilities through a series of events. They were tested on their overall infantry knowledge, knot tying, hide-site construction, and land navigation. Additionally, they conducted a modified Ranger physical fitness test consisting of a 3-mile run, push-ups, sit-ups, sled pull, a 10-mile road march, and a rough terrain team-building march – both while carrying 40- to 50-pound rucksacks. After the exercises, platoon leadership interviewed each participant to better understand why they want to join the Scout Platoon.
“The purpose of this demonstration is to bring skill sets from other states and what they have to offer into our battalion,” said 1st Lt. Aaron Thomas who,...
07.22.2024 | MINERAL WELLS, TEXAS, US |
Story by Capt. Leyda Kanzler
