Jackson completes basic training

Brittany N. Jackson 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.

Jackson is the daughter of Miranda D. Alexander and the sister of Kristen M. Padgett, both of Somerville. She is a 2011 graduate of A.P. Brewer High School.