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The introductory moments to a film highlighting OSS Basic Military Training at Area A-2 (now Cabin Camp 2). This is one of 4 clips from the 30 minute film. Obstacle Course Video Player is loading.
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Physical fitness is always a key to success. This obstacle course challenged even the most fit recruits. House of Horrors Video Player is loading.
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Both Area A (Prince William Forest Park) and Area B (Catoctin Mountain Park) had a House of Horrors or 'pistol house.' In the dead of night recruits would be awakened to complete real life instinctive firing exercises. Demolitions Training Video Player is loading.
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Many of the recruits learned how to detonate explosives on large structures such as houses and bridges in Prince William Forest Park. Frontal Assault Video Player is loading.
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One of the more complicated military maneuvers is a frontal assault on a fixed position. Here, recruits attempt to fire upon two foreign tanks. |
Last updated: March 2, 2020