Basic Military Science I

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A study of the defense establishment and the organization and development of the U.S. Army. A study of the roles that active Army forces, Army Reserve forces, and the Army National Guard play in our nation's defense. A study of military courtesy, customs, and traditions of the service. A historical perspective of the role of the different branches of the U.S. Army and the role they have played in the freedom of our nation. An introduction to physical readiness training. Course includes lectures and laboratory. Field training exercises normally include M16-A1 rifle firing, rappelling training, and airmobile helicopter operations. Corequisites: USMS 101L