Belvidere Siblings enlist in Illinois Army National Guard

STAFF SGT. ROBERT R. ADAMS PHOTO Belvidere Daily Republican
Pvt. Autumn Harnois and Pvt. Austin Harnois of Belvidere, Illinois, pose for a photo in Belvidere, Illinois, Feb. 8. Austin and Autumn both plan to attend the University of Chicago after completing their military training.

Pvt. Austin Harnois and Pvt. Autumn Harnois, of Belvidere, Illinois, were sworn into the Illinois Army National Guard Jan. 31, at the Chicago Military Entrance Processing Station.

Austin enlisted as a 12N, Horizontal Engineer and Autumn enlisted as an 88M, Motor Transport Operator. Both are assigned Company C, Recruit Sustainment Program in Machesney Park.

Austin said he joined because of the educational benefits the Illinois National Guard offers.

“I think the military is a good step in planning my future,” said Austin.

He said he plans to study at the University of Chicago and major in engineering.

Autumn said she also was drawn by the education benefits, but also wanted to join to become more disciplined and to challenge herself. She said she also plans to attend UIC and major in education.

Upon completion of his initial training, Austin will be assigned to