USATC Infantry

The USATC Infantry, or United States Army Training Center Infantry, was established in the mid-20th century to provide basic and advanced infantry training to new Army recruits. During the Korean and Vietnam War eras, these training centers—such as Fort Benning, Fort Jackson, and Fort Ord—were crucial in preparing tens of thousands of soldiers for combat deployment. The training regimen typically included weapons handling, physical conditioning, small-unit tactics, and field exercises, reflecting the evolving nature of modern infantry warfare. Over the decades, the USATC Infantry has adapted its curriculum to meet contemporary military needs, ensuring that U.S. Army infantry soldiers remain among the most skilled and effective in the world.