Army Spec. Guthneck graduates training

Army National Guard Spec. Nicholas R. Guthneck has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga.

During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map-reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions.  

Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.

Guthneck is the son of Barb and Mike Guthneck of Elliott Creek Drive, Libby.

He is a 2002 graduate of Libby High School.  

He earned a bachelor’s degree in 2007 from Boise State University, Idaho.