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Growing Through Adversity
FORT KNOX, Ky. — Whether it is disastrous weather conditions, nerves about the unknown or even stress, every Cadet that enters Fort Knox for Cadet Summer Training is prepared to fight past any challenges that they encounter. During the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear [...]
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Down to the Last Mile
FORT KNOX, Ky. — Cadets assigned to 1st Regiment, Advanced Camp, completed the 12-mile foot march on June 30, 2026, signifying the end of their Cadet Summer Training after 10 days in the field. After weeks of training, the cadets were ready to finish [...]
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Keep After It
FORT KNOX, Ky. – The sound of boots dragging through the mud of Heard Park cloud the humid atmosphere, cadets, assigned to 4th Regiment, Advanced Camp, complete their tactical combat casualty care (TCCC) training on Fort Knox, Ky. Cadets work through a variety of [...]
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Aviation Aspiration
FORT KNOX, Ky. – With the dense rain clouds overhead, Cadets assigned to 5th Regiment, Advanced Camp, power through the dire weather conditions to complete their group and zero during Cadet Summer (CST). Group and zero works to familiarize Cadets with their weapon systems [...]
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Adapting Despite Discomfort
FORT KNOX, Ky. – With a steady breath, controlled trigger squeeze, and upright confidence, cadets, assigned to 5th Regiment, Advanced Camp, work through the Engagement Skills Trainer during Cadet Summer Training (CST). This exercise allows cadets to familiarize themselves with their weapon systems prior [...]
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Learning through Discomfort
FORT KNOX, Ky. – As the morning sun peaks through the dense canopy of the trees, cadets, assigned to 4th Regiment, Advanced Camp, gear up to work through their second day of Field Training Exercise (FTX) Wolverine. The wolverine phase teaches cadets the basics [...]
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Forward Thinking
FORT KNOX, Ky. – The harsh sound of clicks fills the air as cadets, assigned to 1st Regiment, Basic Camp, learn about their weapons during Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction (PMI) during Cadet Summer Training (CST). PMI helps cadets grow more comfortable with their M4 Carbine [...]
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Leading the Legacy
FORT KNOX, Ky. — Being part of the eighth generation of military personnel in her family, Cadet Juniper Huggard, has big shoes to fill. Her family’s extensive military history includes her grandfather and great-grandfather, who both served in Vietnam; her father, Command Sgt. Maj. [...]
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The Calm in the Chaos
In 1950, Chaplain (Capt.) Emil Kapun provided pastoral care and religious support to the 1st Calvary Division. He was later captured by communist forces because he stayed behind to care for the wounded. Nearly eight decades later, U.S. Army Chaplains still prioritize caring for [...]
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Strength for the journey and rest for the soul
Cadet Summer Training requires more than physical strength, the 31 days are taxing on a person’s body, spirit and mind. During Advanced Camp, FTX is a 10-day event focused on cadets experiencing field life and conducting missions that expose their ability to persevere. 5th [...]

