This Is Your Army

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This film presents an inside look at U.S. Army basic training by following recruits from the moment they arrive at their assigned Army installation. After learning their training maneuvers, the recruits are sent all over the world to execute their skills. All branches of the Army are seen in action, including parachute, anti-aircraft, radar and guided missile training. Among the highlights are the scenes of advanced unit training that prepares the recruits to fight in all types of terrains and situations. Some of the situations shown are scenes of jungle fighting, amphibious assaults and an air drop by the 82d Airborne Division. In addition to showing the human element of the Army, the film also details several new weapons such as the Nike guided missile and a test of the U.S. Army cannon that fired the first atomic shell. The film also travels to locations in Germany, Turkey, Greece, Italy and the Far East to illustrate the importance the Army plays in NATO.