Exploring how each U.S. military branch uniquely shapes recruits through distinct, challenging basic training experiences.

Navy Seaman Recruit Zachary S. Shipman, son of Paul J. Shipman of Saranac Lake and Crystal J. Shipman of Penfield, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, ...

Wendy N. Schwandt and Evan T. Williams recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Ill. Schwandt is the daughter of Diane R. and Arlen E. Schwandt of ...

Navy Seaman Maria D. Mancuso, daughter of Teresa M. Randall of Rochester and Michael R. Mancuso of Gig Harbor, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, ...