INTERNATIONAL

International Student Training Detachment

The History of International Student Training Detachment (ISTD) dates back to the years following World War I. This is when officers from allied nations began Infantry Training at Fort Benning with U.S. Officers in 1921. In 1949, Fort Benning established the Allied Liaison Section, which had a mission to provide academic and administrative assistance to allied students selected to attend Courses of Instructions at Fort Benning and to conduct programs designed to acquaint the students with American military and civilian social and home life. The Allied Liaison Section annually processed 300 students representing 35 different nations for training at the Infantry School.

Then, in 1988, the allied Liaison Section became the International Student Training Detachment, which operates under the Department of Defense, Security Assistance Training Program. Now, every year the International Student Training Detachment processes 470-500 officers and Noncommissioned Officers, representing 110 nations.

Mary Renteria
Field Studies Program Manager
International Student Training Detachment
(706)545-1815 DSN: 835-
FAX: (706)545-8325/0881
mary.renteria@us.army.mil

The Western Hemispheric Institute

The Western Hemispheric Institutes mission is to provide professional education and training to military, law enforcement, and civilians to support the democratic principles of the Western Hemisphere. The institute has a rich diversity with 700-1000 students from various countries in the western hemisphere. They strive to build a strong relationship among participating nations, helping to ensure peace and stability throughout the hemisphere. They also promote democratic values, respect for human rights and knowledge and understanding of the United States customs and traditions. There motto is "Libertad, Pazy Fraternidad," which means Freedom, Peace, and Brotherhood.

For more information on the Western Hemispheric Institute visit there website at WHINSEC