America's soldiers are a credit to U.S.

The bare essentials for those inducted into the U.S. Army are simple.

When recruits arrive at the processing center, they receive soap, a soap case, toothpaste, dental floss, two locks, two towels, and washcloths, three sets of underwear, six pairs of white socks, an athletic supporter for males, a comb, and the clothes on their backs. 

Before they reach basic training, they will have a duffel bag with more clothes, including some of the ones they arrived with. A drill sergeant informs them that every article of Army issue must be properly cared for, including clothes, boots, shoes, belts, and accessories.

A simple poster serves as a constant reminder:

• Remember, you are an American soldier

• Take pride in your uniform

• Look like a soldier

• Think like a soldier

• Act like a soldier

And our American soldiers do just that. When you see one, you can see that they do all of the above and are a credit to the United States of America. God bless them.

Roger Gregory is a Vietnam veteran and business owner in Prest River.