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U.S. Army recruits receive their combat boots during the initial issue of clothing as part of their nine-week basic training course at Fort Jackson, S.C., Sept. 20, 2006. Basic combat training is the first step toward a challenging and rewarding experience in service to the Nation.

BASIC TRAINING BOOTS

U.S. Army recruits receive their combat boots during the initial issue of clothing as part of their nine-week basic training course at Fort Jackson, S.C., Sept. 20, 2006. Basic combat training is the first step toward a challenging and rewarding experience in service to the Nation.

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