Army Pfc. Brian M. Penaflor has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning in 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.
Penaflor earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Jean Coers of Goose Creek. The private is a 2009 graduate of Stratford High School.