KIRKSVILLE,MO -- Truman State University ROTC’s elite have displayed great skill and represented the University well at a regional contest.
Seven participated in a weekend-long competition for the German Armed Forces Military Proficiency Badge at Western Illinois University, vying for the exclusive award alongside students from Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Truman’s seven elite in the competition each took home a medal; the individuals took home six gold and one silver.
Contestants were evaluated in several categories, including a written test on first aid; 25-meter marksmanship with a 9mm handgun; a 200-meter swim; track and field events including sprints, high jump, long jump and shot put; and a 8-mile road march. The events were spread out over the weekend of November 4-6. The GAFMPB is a prized foreign military badge originally authorized for all German troops, but may be awarded to allied soldiers. A German liaison officer presented the Cadets with their badges.
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