Category Archives: Basic Combat Training – Fort Jackson SC

Mailed blog – written by Julian 15 Jan 11 In all things I try to find the good and take pleasure in the small things in life.  One of the benefits of such long days is that I get to see … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 14 Jan 11 I’m so tired right now.  It’s 2122, I’ve been up since 0430 and I have fire guard at 0300.  Today we had our first PT assessment.  I did pretty okay.  I did … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 12 Jan 11 It’s a steep hill and we started climbing it today.  Today was full of some challenges.  The PT really was stepped up.  We got “smoked” a lot.   That’s when they punish us … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian UPDATED  4, Feb, 2011 We just got word Julian’s address HAS CHANGED!    She craves to hear from everyone and anyone about what’s going on outside Ft. Jackson walls.   LET’S RALLY FAMILY & FRIENDS – … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 09 Jan 11 Day two at the Trailer Park was again surprisingly manageable.   More briefings and chow.  Chow is getting better.   We only get 90 seconds at the most to eat our food.  That’s … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 08 Jan 11 Well, we made it to the basic training at 0700 we formed up in formation and watched as the sun came up behind the American flag.  On front of the flag … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 07 Jan 11 So, the time is almost here.  Our cushy style of Reception is ending soon and we’re about to get thrown into the chaos of BCT at any moment.  While we’re glad … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 06 Jan 11 Wow, we all look like soldiers now.  It’s a sea of camouflage.  When we stand in formation, we are heel to toe, and with our hats just above our eyebrows, really … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 04 Jan 11 Felt like we never slept at all.  Went to chow after standing in formation for a good amount of time.  The weather is slightly chilly, but these southerners must think its … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 03 Jan 11 Wow, it seems like I’ve been here a year already.  I have to admit on the bus ride from the airport to Fort Jackson, I was pretty nervous.  As soon as … Continue reading →