White completes basic infantry training

Army Pvt. Joseph R. White has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga.

During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.

White is the son of Joseph and Jeanette White of Smith Drive, Kunkletown.

He is a 2009 graduate of Palmerton High School.