Bio: Schindler, Donald L. – Pvt. (Armor Training – 1969)

Transcriber: stan@wiclarkcountyhistory.org

Surnames: Schindler

---------Source: OWEN ENTERPRISE (Owen, Clark County, Wis.) 03 Jul 1969

Ft. Knox, Kentucky, June 20, 1969 – Army Private Donald L. Schindler is assigned to Company C. 18th Battalion, 5th Brigade, here in the United States Army Training Center, Armor (USATCA).

He will spend the next two montsh learning the fundamental skills of the soldier in today's modern action Army, firing live ammunition under simulated situations, learning protective measures and first-aid for chemical, biological, and radiological attacks, as well as being schooled in the use of modern arms.

Interspace with constant emphasis of proper physical conditioning, diet, rest and health habits, will be ample opportunity to utilize USAT-CA's many and varied recreational and religious facilities.

Following the completion of basic training, Pvt. Schindler, who is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Schindler of route 2, Box 220, Owen (Clark Co., Wis.), will receive at least an additional eight weeks of either advanced instruction or on-the-job training to quality him in a specialized military skill.