Ward Graduates From Basic Infantry Training

Army Pfc. Taylor K. Ward 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.

Ward is the son of Marilyn Kinsey-Ward and Patrick Ward of 125th Lane, Hudson.

He is a 2004 graduate of Hudson High School.