CST 2026

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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 lanes aimed at teaching them an assortment of skills to ensure they are prepared for any situation the future holds. Some of the lanes include applying tourniquets, inserting assisted breathing systems, and calling for assistance over radio. Cadet Mia Destival, University of Rhode Island, hit the ground running despite the heat of the summer and the tough [...]

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 while also building proficiency in the firing, maintaining, and safety of their M4 Carbine Assault Rifles. With the added troubles of the weather, Cadet Miles Bailey, Boise State University, explains his experience persevering through conditions presented. “At the end of the day, there’s a bunch of people outside that are doing the exact same thing as you. And [...]

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 to their important M4 Qualification in the coming days. While working through the exercise, Cadet Douah Coulibaly, Fayetteville State University, found her stride through keeping her focus on the positive side of things. “Sometimes you’re just so nervous, you want to do well, and then you get in your own head, and you don’t do well. So, [...]

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 of tactics in a practical training environment. All these skills will be used throughout their future careers as commissioned officers. Cadet Crawford Thornton, Virginia Tech University, finds that the exercise isn’t only to learn from the cadre on site, but also to learn from the experiences of his fellow cadets. “Wolverine is a learning phase where everyone [...]

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 Assault Rifles through detailed instruction, repetition, and the opportunity to ask cadre questions. Cadet Jacob Raider, Wofford University, went through training today, learning how to handle weapon jams, assemble and clean his rifle, and practice good firing positions to ensure success for their future in the Army. Coming to CST, Raider did as much as possible to [...]

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