Army National Guard Pfc. Joseph T. Phelan has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship qualification, bayonet combat, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, marches, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values.
Phelan is the son of Ann and James Phelan of Townview Drive, Wappingers Falls.
He is a 2010 graduate of John Jay High School, Hopewell Junction.
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