In 2019, the U.S. Army implemented a new combat-focused weapon qualification that challenged Soldiers to fire from six positions. Trainees going through Basic Combat Training, #BCT, or One Station Unit Training, #OSUT, must qualify with their Backup Iron Sites and Close Combat Optics before graduating. In 2015, the Army redesigned marksmanship training throughout Initial Military Training to emphasize Rifle Marksmanship by adding 9 hours of marksmanship training to the instruction program. | U.S

It's important for us to make sure you're good to go before your Army career begins. Staff Sgt. James Snow shares his tips for what incoming trainees should recognize and how best to ready yourself for Basic Training. Ready to roll out? Learn more at: https://go.usa.gov/xeAHW. 🎥: Staff Sgt. James Snow | GoArmy