Alexander S. Albertson enters basic training
Air Force Cadet Alexander S. Albertson has entered Basic Cadet
Training at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo., in
preparation to enter the first academic year at the academy. The
six-week, two-phased orientation program must be successfully
completed by the cadets prior to entering their freshman year. The
training prepares men and women to meet the rigorous mental and
physical challenges experienced by new cadets.
Alexander S. Albertson enters basic training
Air Force Cadet Alexander S. Albertson has entered Basic Cadet Training at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo., in preparation to enter the first academic year at the academy. The six-week, two-phased orientation program must be successfully completed by the cadets prior to entering their freshman year. The training prepares men and women to meet the rigorous mental and physical challenges experienced by new cadets.
Phase one involves personal in-processing, orientation, and training in the fundamentals of being a cadet. Cadet trainees are prepared to adjust from civilian to military life and disciplines, and learn proper wear of the uniform, saluting policies and procedures, drill and ceremony, marching, and living quarters standards.
During phase two, cadets train outdoors living in tents while learning to function in field conditions. Cadets apply and practice teamwork, cohesion and learn to deal with physically and mentally demanding situations. They complete the obstacle, confidence, assault, and leadership reaction courses, and participate in a rescue mission termed Operation Warrior.
He is the son of Gregory and Patti Albertson of Red Hawk Lane, Aromas. Albertson is a 2009 graduate of Anzar High School, San Juan Bautista.
Joel Rea promoted to technical sergeant in National Guard
Joel Rea has been promoted to the rank of technical sergeant in the U.S. Army National Guard.
He is a support operations and air operations specialist with the 287th Sustainment Brigade at Contingency Operating Base Adder, Iraq, and has served in the military for eight years.
Rea is the son of Jose Rea, and Arcelia Rea of Primavera Drive, both of Hollister.
The technical sergeant graduated in 2001 from San Benito High School and received an associate’s degree in 2008 from Gavilan College.
