Marine Corps Pfc. Henry L. Gums, son of Susan and Chip Gums of Chapin, earned the title of U.S. Marine after graduating from recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island, S. C.
For 13 weeks, Gums stayed committed during some of the world’s most demanding entry-level military training in order to be transformed from civilian to Marine instilled with pride, discipline and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Training subjects included close-order drill, marksmanship with an M-16A4 rifle, physical fitness, martial arts, swimming, military history, customs and courtesies.
One week prior to graduation, Gums endured The Crucible, a 54-hour final test of recruits’ minds and bodies. Upon completion, recruits are presented the Marine Corps emblem and called Marines for the first time.
Gums is a 2011 graduate of Chapin High School of Chapin.
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