Army Pvt. Kevin M. Melancon

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June 24, 2010

Anonymous The Port Arthur News The Port Arthur News Thu Jun 24, 2010, 02:35 PM CDT

     Army Pvt. Kevin M. Melancon 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.

     He is the son of Michelle Melancon of California, Nederland, Texas.

     Melancon is a 2007 graduate of Nederland High School.

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