Pvt. Andres Hernandez

Army Pvt. Andres Hernandez 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.

Hernandez is the son of Angel and Maria Hernandez of Hoover Drive, Middletown.

He is a 2010 graduate of Ardsley High School.