During my basic, we actually had a trainee fall from a tower and land on her neck, becoming momentarily paralyzed. It was pretty horrifying to me as a recruit, but our Drill Sergeant got a team together to get her onto a stretcher and get her to an ambulance. I was one of them. It took the medical training to a whole different level. She made a full recovery, and was able to graduate on the next class.
Praise God. For those newly joining the Army soon, the drill sergeants are soft squishy people, too, and shed the cap from time to time, we promise. They just don't always show it.
In my basic I knew 2 guys who both fell wrong when doing combatives, pinched a specific nerve in their leg and lost most of their feeling in their leg. One guy lied through his teeth about it said he felt fine so that he could still graduate basic, and he did. The other guy told them and was medically discharged. It makes you realize how fragile the human body really is
Last word from my DS: "If you mess up here you will get yelling from me. But if you mess up on the battlefield you will get blood on your hands or your body. Now I am calling you soldiers. Good luck soldiers" Never forget it.
Here’s my advice to make it through BCT: 1. Don’t volunteer for anything. 2. Make sure you AND all of your battle buddies equipment is secured in your lockers. 3. Follow instructions and do what you’re told. 4. Don’t get caught sleeping until lights out. 5. Don’t get caught talking out of turn. 6. Don’t get caught with contraband. 7. Never leave your post. 8. Don’t make enemies with your battle buddies. 9. Respect everyone. 10. DON’T VOLUNTEER FOR ANYTHING. Follow all of that and you’ll be fine.
Also don’t leave your damn TP out of your footlockers. Don’t SIT on the bed until it’s close to lights out. Accept that a drill sgt will most likely give you nickname if you stand out even a little bit. Realize that your 1st sgt and Cpt are there to say things and leave most times.
A few tidbits from my own personal Army BCT experience: 0. Pay attention during reception. Make sure the clothing and boots you are issued fit you. It is better to speak up right then and there than to march off with boots or headgear that are too small and try to resolve it later. Some of the civilian workers are helpful, and some aren't. Either way, make sure everything fits! 1. I could not tell you what any of my Army Drill Sergeants looked like for at least 2-3 weeks. You see them in the periphery. The booming voice and DS headgear are unmistakable, but you never look at them directly. 2. During shakedown, all your stuff will be kicked into piles with other people's stuff. You will end up with stuff that isn't yours, like boots that are two different sizes, and uniforms with someone else's name. 3.. The food in the DFAC is always very good and filling. But EAT FAST or you will be throwing most of it away. Like 2 minutes fast. Forget about passing the condiments and table manners. Look at your plate and eat. FAST. We had dinner at like 1600. By 2100 you are hungry again, but too tired to care. 4. Lock your wall locker. Unsecured wall lockers will have all the contents thrown out in a pile. Foot powder, mouthwash, shaving cream all over. Everyone who is near you will get smoked too. You won't be given time to clean it up. But it still has to be cleaned up. This may mean sneaking around quietly in the dark after lights out. If it is still there in the morning, stand by to stand by! 5. Stay with your battle buddy, and don't get left behind. Early on, I was the last out of the DFAC, and I got delayed by another company entering after we were done. I exited the DFAC, and my company was gone. I didn't know where to go, as there are rows and rows of buildings that all look exactly the same. I tried to ask a different Drill Sergeant for help but he yelled at me to go away. Learn your surroundings and the signs, etc. 6. You WILL be put into situations where there is no solution, no matter how smart or fast you are. This is where you either get frustrated and give up, OR keep working the problem with relentless moto until they tell you to stop. Hint: Do the second thing. 7. The human mind has an incredible ability to adapt to new surroundings and challenges. There are inevitable moments of regret and despair early on in BCT, but they will pass and you will settle into your new life before you know it. 8. Before you know it, you are graduating. For us, the long march back from the 3 day FTX culminated with a bonfire and short ceremony where we were told we had made it and had become actual soldiers. The reward was basically a big breakfast and enough time to eat it, which was a HUGE luxury. 9. With all of the above said, would I do it again? ABSOLUTELY. It is a transformative experience and you are made a better person for it. I hope this anecdotal information is useful to anyone considering military service. GOD BLESS AMERICA.
This was an awesome comment! My son is currently going through BCT at Fort Benning. Next week, February 10 is his turning green ceremony and I can't wait to to see him! He is doing well, or so he says, every time he calls. Wish he could have read this comment before he went.
Thank you for your service. This gave me a new perspective 9n basic training / boot camp. I love my father all the more for having served 20 years on the Army. Go Army!.
Fuck modern fucking days men are no longer as tough as before even the millitary im not saying they are not tough they have balls of steel and are tough but back in the days they were much tougher “The more you sweat in training the more you bleed in war”
Was thinking about joining the Navy or Army all throughout high school, but after I graduated I was diagnosed with a heart condition... which meant no military 🤷🏾♂️ . It feels extremely good to watch young recruits become soldiers, puts a smile on my face
Not true. you could join if you get clear by a Medical Waiver. and by the healing process. you should not quit on your dreams. I'm in the process of joining the Army. December 2021 I'm taking my Asbav
Be glad that you avoided the military. The propaganda got to your head during high school. I despise the fact that the military goes onto high school campuses to prey on young teens and fill their heads with bs
I wish this “documentary” actually captured what BCT is really like. This made it look soft. I went through last year and it most definitely wasn’t like this.
@Barnacle Boy I agree I've meet alot of bad ass women when i was in I was just stating from a different point of view but because most guys are dicks they have to deal with so much more bs then they should
@Matt None that is true which is why historically men have done the fighting. Bringing women into men’s spaces always changes the dynamics. This who equality thing is really new. If we were still swinging swords I doubt society would be pushing for females to go into combat roles. That is why I think the physical standards need to be the same for males and females.
Bro in my basic at Jackson they put me against a female and I decked her ass. They teach you that you don’t see gender. They have to hold their own just like we do. I served with some damn strong woman.
My heart left with my son yesterday as he left MEPS and went onto the bus to the airport ....... Please pray for all our soldiers. Thank you for this video ....This is one scared and sad Momma........ I love my son & Pray for him and all soldiers!!!!!! GO ARMY I LOVE YOU HAYDEN
I right there with you. My son left for Basic Training Feb 11. Miss him terrible but he and his platoon are doing very well. Trust that he is in good hands. Army Strong.
Lmfao dude and I thought MEPS was bad 😂 reception was a week of meps... basic was 10 weeks of reception, and AIT was like college for people that shouldn’t be in college.
I'm sure there is a good reason, but Army Basic training looks like the boy scouts now?? I went in 1982 at Ft. McClellan. They never stopped smoking us , yelling day and night , no one wanted to smile we were miserable the first few weeks, it was called shock treatment phase. Out of 172 92 graduated. We were constantly being shuffled as people were being dropped etc etc.They mentioned it was going to get softer , but man after this video I couldn't believe how these soldiers in basic were casually talking and waiting around??? Like What??? In 1982, my Basic training was very close to the Marine corps training, there was intensity , screaming all the time. Day and night. Our Drill Sergeants were in shape. These drills look like they need to go on a diet. We didn't have to say Drill Seargent 10 times when responding , it was just sergeant yes sergeant no sergeant. Basic Training does look fun now. It makes me worry a little about the Army's training methods. Like Kindergarten. Piece of cake.
I went through boot camp at FLW in 1983.....I know for a fact it was harder as far as the Drill Sergeants smoking us and swearing and intimidation etc.....we were also segregated as far as females and males not bring together which was good for many reasons.....but I will say that they are getting better/more training then we got back then.....
@ Joshua Butler, im 54, i went in in 85 Ft. Knox Kentucky and i too sr would go back in at the age i am now if they would let me, those were great days and I miss the team work. ARMY
Damn I was there 8 months ago lmfao. 14G. If you are nervous about it, don’t be. Just do the right thing, keep your head low and focus on why you arrived at basic. Y’all got this.
@GhostFaceInter you’ll have fun! Just say yes drill sergeant or no drill sergeant and memorize your info and you’ll do great! Don’t be a bitch either in the bay. People are stupid but don’t throw punches. That’s how you become a holdover.
@@justanothergrunt9053hey I'm going to join after I graduate in May is there any thing u recommend like practice workouts or anything? so I can be fully prepared because I want to join.
@@outsmokeu1933 My Comment got deleted. Not sure why so I will shorten it. Focus on running (15 miles a week), push-ups (200 a day), squats (at least 135lbs 15x5), deadlift 210 (15x5), pull-ups (at least 30 a day). Cardio will kill you, you will be hungry. Don’t try and be a bad ass. I injured myself in AIT after basic. Get into the real deal and get hurt, otherwise it will hold you back. Good luck.
@@outsmokeu1933 I tore all of my ligaments in Poland and the system doesn’t give you the help you need. I am big on fitness and my left leg is 2/3 the size of my right know. Stretch and stay healthy. You are in charge of your health and NEVER play sports in the military. You will get hurt.
My best friend is at fort sill right now just starting basic training. Beyond proud of him! Thank you to all the men and women who have served and are currently serving
TheJoyousDays yeah it does . And you have to deal with grown ass men in your platoon that your assigned to that act like little kids and can’t act straight .
@Man In The Arena they've softened up, they now have stress cards, my nephew told me and i almost passed out, i told him if anyone said anything about stress, the whole platoon got smoked and the stress was gone.
KORN 1999 the classic stress card meme. It’s not even true. The closest thing we got to a “stress card” was a card that told us what to do if we feel stressed. It pretty much just said things like “Drink more water” or “make sure you don’t eat like crap” or “physical exercise can improve mood.” Or “talk to a battle buddy” or “talk to a chaplain if you’re into that” it’s pretty much a nicer way to tell us to go fuck our selves and deal with it after training if we were “stressed.” Not a get out of training card
Graduated basic in 18. Now I'm a Sgt going into ALC for SSG. My advice is just keep going. You will get tired and want to quit or just be depressed, but that's all part of turning you from a civilian to a soldier.
This shit is nuts when i went through basic in 2005 we got a rifle like 2 days after we got to our unit. We didnt turn it in for 20 weeks until the day before family day.
This is insane to me. I joined in early 2006 and there was no smiling and talking amongst ourselves unless we were alone in the barracks doing cleaning or something else. The drill sergeants here are so calm. I'm actually kind of jealous.
Don’t be jealous because they edit those videos to encourage people who want to join army but afraid of taking a step. I guess it’s harder in real life
There is no such thing as Relaxin Jackson..... Graduated in May.... Nothing was relaxin about Infantry Drill Sgts shaping us into Soldiers. I'm a beast at 34 yrs old... Having a Professional Career already (I'm in the US Army Reserves) I literally lost 30pounds from BCT and AIT Training. If you are a Bay Boss, PG, or Student first...There was nothing relaxin about FT Jackson.
I'm sure there is a good reason, but Army Basic training looks like the boy scouts now?? I went in 1982 at Ft. McClellan. They never stopped smoking us , yelling day and night , no one wanted to smile we were miserable the first few weeks, it was called shock treatment phase. Out of 172 92 graduated. We were constantly being shuffled as people were being dropped etc etc.They mentioned it was going to get softer , but man after this video I couldn't believe how these soldiers in basic were casually talking and waiting around??? Like What??? In 1982, my Basic training was very close to the Marine corps training, there was intensity , screaming all the time. Day and night. Our Drill Sergeants were in shape. These drills look like they need to go on a diet. We didn't have to say Drill Seargent 10 times when responding , it was just sergeant yes sergeant no sergeant. Basic Training does look fun now. It makes me worry a little about the Army's training methods. Like Kindergarten. Piece of cake.
I was deployed for Army basic Training to Fort Bliss TX, OSUT facility in 1986, and the Drills were alot more brutal, they screamed at us horribly and intimidated us beyond belief and the training was more brutal, you were not allowed to relax and they pounded military bearing into our souls, but when we graduated we were made into proud fighting soldiers and were later treated with respect as long as we respected our superiors.
I went to the Army at Fort Leonard Wood MO, BKA Fort Lost in the woods in 1982, My Drill Instructors were all Vietnam guys they were mean as nails called us every name in the book, we rode in 'CATTLE CARS' if we were lucky, after basic we were proud soldiers.
There have been instances when I cried in basic training releasing inner frustrations I had with trying to qualify for riflemanship in White Phase. And that gas chamber was no joke. I coughed and heaved so hard salivating while flapping my arms coming out of there. I literally had saliva dripping from my gas mask when I took it off. That's how heavy I salivated. And I threw up a little 😞. Tear gas smells like Death. It causes a burning sensation in the throat, eyes, and nose, and makes you cough really hard. And I had hard laughing moments as well at the things my roommates and sometimes drill sergeants said.
@@TewifyingUwU Did you still make it through despite getting injured? Getting injured and stress fractures was one of my biggest fears in basic training.
Thank you for his service. Mention it to him. He wont have a problem. The video shows that it is a lot easier now than years ago. Our training years ago was totally different . He will be ok . Good luck and thank him for all of us.
@@brandiryan90Pallo wish him luck and to write to him often. It gets lonely in BCT without letters and phone calls are very rare unless it's an emergency.
@@themysticsupreme5946Boyscout, yup you are correct. BCT was so lonely when I was there. My family didn't write much and I didn't call them until I was done with BCT.
I finished my training at Leonard wood very recently, I assume that there are a lot of people watching this that are preparing to ship for basic and are looking to see how it's going to be, I did too. The one thing I didn't realize until I was there for a bit is that everything except the specific graduation requirements can be completely unique to your company, I started in a quarantine environment and that company was completely different than the one I ended up in
I started mine in June of last year, they don’t show all the screaming and stuff in this one and what some of the trainees went through, it’s what you make of it though and what you learn from it
@@milkbag1 Wow...im devastated. You have obliterated me with pure intellect. How could i let this happen? Its not like i just saw the video for the first time or anything and came across you having a brain aneurysm in the comments. I must now take my own life as i have dishonored my family.
I just graduated BCT at Fort Jackson 2-60 and currently at AIT 42A i must say BCT is mentally Challenging than it is physically. Its mind over matter. Looking back now, I cant believe i made it through but guess what set your mind and tell yourself you can do it. Others have done it, many will do it and so can YOU. Shout out to all my Army family.
Steven Rahn it’s also important to not touch your eyes, nose or mouth as that will reactive the CS crystals and make them burn like hell. CBRN soldier here!
Good luck I am doing split ops that means I did basic last summer and doing my infantry ait this summer it sucks but in the end it’s worth just have fun with it and learn and I might see you there I am leaving on the 20th to go back
@@jamesdouglass800 you're gonna be in a pog BCT company, you wont be with the infantry dudes lol. Yourr basic is gonna be easy af. Literally every signal guy that has went to Benning has told me it was too easy. Yall get phones and shit now too.
It has been well over 25 years since I've through Ft. Leonard Wood, but if I'm ever given the opportunity to go through it all again, I'd jump right into it in a heart beat!
Our Sergeant made us volunteer, after ending CBRN training, to enter the gas chambers without masks, for a 'last man standing'. Still remember the tears of acid burning my cheeks, but fun as hell nonetheless.
@@Downtime_videos no i read it, and your comment correctly. When a DS says "volunteer" they mean "if you choose not to, then its going to bite you in the ass later" .. So "made us volunteer" simply means either do it, or pay the price later. At which point you know to just do it.
Decided to watch this just to at least get a rough idea of what I'm getting myself into. Despite only showing what is, undoubtedly, the best parts of training, I'm ready for the worst parts of it. Eye on the prize, and that prize is the honor of being a soldier in the United States Army. I leave March 2nd for BCT, wish me luck!
Hes getting smoked, runnin his ass off, gettin yelled at being told hes doin everything wrong even blinking wrong. I promise u this, who he was when he left wont be who he is when he gets back. Did my stint of hell at Ft. Leonardwood MO, A35th Eng batt, 1st Eng Bridgade OSUT (12B)
@@alexworsham5358Nodal Network Systems Operator / Maintainer is a very important function in battle field readiness and success to every operation. Pay attention in Signal Corp AIT because the guys in the shit will need those comms for CAS/MedEvac/Evac/QRF
I went through BCT at Fort Dix ,10-14-68. The drill sergeants were all Viet Nam veterans and crazy as hell. This documentary is tame compared to what we endured, but by the end ,graduated 12/22/68 , we would have walked through HELL for these guys. My company broke the proficiency park record and the training field first sgt treated us to Wild Turkey in the day room. WETSU. I still sing to my grand babies a marching cadence we used “the prettiest girl I ever saw was sipping bourbon thru a straw etc. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
biggreenleaf For one thing, coed basic training, scopes on rifles, protective eye wear to name a few. I think post 9-11 they made some changes and/or add more
Alright future soldiers . I Kno things are way different now but I'm sure it will challenge you. Keep your head up . Listen to your NCO'S . Never quit. .. Welcome to the brotherhood. SSG. Mac. 1999-2012
I would actually love to ask some questions from a decorated soldier. I've always wanted to serve in the army and have always wanted to travel around the world and help out wherever I can, I'm a certified welder who wants to go into that field but I have been doubting if I can stand even basic training and boot camp cause I've heard so many stories of people leaving or not being fit for it. Any tips?
@@midmin375 .... I was a recruiter for the Army at one point also. The job of " your recruiter" is to ensure that you are ready to enter basic training. If you are alittle behind on something ....he or she will work with you. I ran with my future soldiers . Push-ups situps. I taught them rank structure ...lots of things . ITS THEIR JOB to assist you. Give your local recruiter a call ...set up an appointment. And good luck trooper. 💪
I just Finished BCT , I was part of Echo Battery 1/19 and I met most of these drill Sgts and the 1SG this was the best experience of my life and I genuinely enjoyed it all.
I did Army Basic in 1990, we had a soldier named DAY... He got us smoked Daily. We supported him and got him through basic. Instead of being upset, we got stronger and helped the weak DAY
It is the proudest moment when you go from being trainee to soldier by your drill sgt. It was for me, Goodluck to you all getting ready to go. Rely on, and be there for your battle buddies and you'll get through easily. 😎
Thank you drill Sargeants for your service and commitment. God bless you for what you do to make our Army #1 across the world. This we'll defend. Your professional and moral standards is exceptional. Women thank you for you service. All battles keep up the great work.
I was in 1982. Doesn't this video look a little soft? compared to what we went through?? How do these guys fight?? No intensity , the drills are out of shape, the Privates are laughing talking while on the courses . Holy Sht!!!
@@michaelm9649 Piss off, ....grandpa. You were PEACE TIME army. I don't care how "hard" your basic was. You're not a combat vet. You're not a killer. You weren't in Vietnam, you weren't in the Iran Iraq war. You didn't get any. So beat it. If you were sent to war like my guys were in 2007, during the Surge, you'd have pissed your pants in that demon that's Baghdad. So fuck off and stop belittling the training "these days". You're a has been
My Nephew goes to Army Boot Camp this coming Monday. I expect him to do exceptionally well at it, as he’s been well informed on exactly what he can expect. He’s going to be an outstanding soldier.
When I joined in 1995 RUclips didn't exist or the internet and I did not know what I got myself into. I wanted to back home at first but I lasted four years. I think it's less shocking nowadays because you have videos like this one to prepare you for what's to come.
Wow. These kids look so much younger than when I went into the Infantry. No worries, it is just a thing. Loved the hand grenade throwing part, but more should be spent on chucking one in through a window or a slightly open door. That was my combat experience. A big airborne salute to all new soldiers. I am so proud of you.
Basic Training sure has changed since I was in 1984 to 1990, had my Basic training at Fort Sill. Bayonet Training there also, I remember the D S would say there are two different types of Bayonet Fighters, "The quick and the Dead". You was either quicker than your enemy or you was dead in Bayonet Fighting that is. In every life or death situation, you can use that piece of advice to survive. I went on several tours of Duty. I used that piece of advice drilled into my head to survive the firefights. The generation now going into the Army or any armed forces can use that same piece of advice, it will save there butts.
I remember back in 2009 seeing the lights of the Barracks at the bottom of that last hill and knew that long death march was almost over lol. The ceremony at the end where our Battery commander pulled the sword out of the fire and told us all that we have become solders and I put on that beret was one of the proudest moments of my life 2nd to the birth of my daughter
For those who take issue with the newer, kinder BCT I will say that while it was tougher when I went through, they pretty much made sure that even the weakest trainees had a chance to recycle. That was before 9-11. My drill sgt. told me that it was up to the permanent duty units to either get them up to speed or chapter them out. I suspect that hasn't really changed. No matter how tough or easy BCT is, it will he the standards of the permanent duty units that these recruits will have to meet. I was in a few units that each and every day made BCT seem like the easy part and I was in a few that made it seem like the hardest part.
I’m in Korea on a 24 hour shift right now and I’m bored out of my mind so I’m watching videos like this and I found one of my former drill sergeant’s in this video. 😂😂😂
Nah some of em are mine boy the part with the helicopter those were Charlie 1-31 drill sergeants just graduated 2 weeks ago from this shit, kinda miss it
Wow...I went BCT in the 90s, I remember a lot of yelling, four letter words and pushups along with training. They look like they're having too much fun.
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The right place at the right time in the right uniform with a positive attitude you will be fine. Retain everything that you learn because you will use those tactics when you deploy.
It turned into summer camp. I'm sure there is a good reason, but Army Basic training looks like the boy scouts now?? I went in 1982 at Ft. McClellan. They never stopped smoking us , yelling day and night , no one wanted to smile we were miserable the first few weeks, it was called shock treatment phase. Out of 172 92 graduated. We were constantly being shuffled as people were being dropped etc etc.They mentioned it was going to get softer , but man after this video I couldn't believe how these soldiers in basic were casually talking and waiting around??? Like What??? In 1982, my Basic training was very close to the Marine corps training, there was intensity , screaming all the time. Day and night. Our Drill Sergeants were in shape. These drills look like they need to go on a diet. We didn't have to say Drill Seargent 10 times when responding , it was just sergeant yes sergeant no sergeant. Basic Training does look fun now. It makes me worry a little about the Army's training methods. Like Kindergarten. Piece of cake.
@@michaelm9649 YEP I DONT THINK ITS WORTH IT JOINING THE MILLITARY TODAY BACK THEN LIKE YOU SAID THEY TRAINED FOR WAR FOR BATTLE KNOW THERE ALL IN AFGANISTAN SIR THIS IS JUST TRASH TIME TO CHECK OUT OTHER BRANCHES
It's a low crawl. you drag your gun through the dirt on a low crawl. It's fine if your dust cover is closed and you have a mag in. They didnt have mags in, probably because they were going to clean them too.
@Lui well I guess that's true, but regaurdless they r supposed to be taught to keep them up. And as I recall, there were still bullseyes we were supposed to shoot after the low crawl. Then some weapons would jam...
We cleaned our weapons every day, from week 1 to week 10. If one person's weapon didn't pass inspection, everyone had to go outside, drag their weapons through the mud pit (TIME FOR THE DRAG!), and do it all over again. One night, someone got sick of cleaning weapons and informed our SDS of their displeasure. We dragged again, then cleaned our weapons in the front leaning rest. It was awesome.
The drill sergeant on the left at the very start of the video was in my battery when I went through about two years ago. On the third day of the cycle she called me to do something and my gung ho ass ran up to her without a battle buddy and she pantomime sparta kicked me and made me shuttle run the parking lot for 20 minutes. That was fun.
I see myself getting cheated on already at this moment and I am not even at basic training yet. I don't leave until November. It's been days since I last talked to him. It's almost like we don't talk anymore.
Joshua Rowlett aye man I heard reception is like meps but 10x worst😭 congrats on making it to boot camp🤞🏽 if you’re watching videos like this it means your ready brother ‼️
@@michaelm9649 I went in 1982 at Fort Leonard Wood, MO BKA Fort Lost in the woods, my daughter is in the Military she told me about some time out cards, I just laughed and said your training is soft compared to back in the day, we used to get yelled at cursed, and called every name on earth, I had a ball in basic, you see some funny things.
The reason why I’m watching this video is Because my 19 years old is attending the basic training right now. She wrote me a Letter saying it’s tough. May God bless her. 🙏🏻I miss her so much
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We would do it again. Myself USMC, boot camp, Parris Island Oct-Dec 1973..
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Even thought I am 13 I am still think about going into the Army
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@@chelseamccain1007 same
During my basic, we actually had a trainee fall from a tower and land on her neck, becoming momentarily paralyzed. It was pretty horrifying to me as a recruit, but our Drill Sergeant got a team together to get her onto a stretcher and get her to an ambulance. I was one of them. It took the medical training to a whole different level.
She made a full recovery, and was able to graduate on the next class.
Praise God. For those newly joining the Army soon, the drill sergeants are soft squishy people, too, and shed the cap from time to time, we promise. They just don't always show it.
Was that at Ft. Jackson? They told us about stuff like that happening.
I will be joining soon!! Do you ever regret joining ? Do they pay decent and do you have freedom ??? I feel like they’d be on your sack 25/8
Drew Dabs p”Pays like shit but it’s a steady paycheck. But the benefits are fucking awesome. Depends on the unit.
In my basic I knew 2 guys who both fell wrong when doing combatives, pinched a specific nerve in their leg and lost most of their feeling in their leg. One guy lied through his teeth about it said he felt fine so that he could still graduate basic, and he did. The other guy told them and was medically discharged. It makes you realize how fragile the human body really is
Who watching this Bc there going into the army as well
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Word up, I’m leaving to Sill in January.
Israel J. Peralta Yeah most likely because there’s a camera on. Why do you jarheads think your branch is the cream of the crop lol.
@@JonnyCalmBruv BOOT!
Nah this was just in my recommended...Marines all the way for me🇺🇸
Last word from my DS: "If you mess up here you will get yelling from me. But if you mess up on the battlefield you will get blood on your hands or your body. Now I am calling you soldiers. Good luck soldiers" Never forget it.
Just listen to your DS, and you'll be perfectly ok, they've all done this training, and know alot more than you👍🇺🇲
I want to be in the Army when I turn 18 and that just hit hard.
Here’s my advice to make it through BCT:
1. Don’t volunteer for anything.
2. Make sure you AND all of your battle buddies equipment is secured in your lockers.
3. Follow instructions and do what you’re told.
4. Don’t get caught sleeping until lights out.
5. Don’t get caught talking out of turn.
6. Don’t get caught with contraband.
7. Never leave your post.
8. Don’t make enemies with your battle buddies.
9. Respect everyone.
10. DON’T VOLUNTEER FOR ANYTHING.
Follow all of that and you’ll be fine.
should you volunteer for anything ?
Thanks imma need this I leave next week
Actually if you don't volunteer it could be worse if they pick you
@@antoniobrown247 Thank you for your service
Also don’t leave your damn TP out of your footlockers. Don’t SIT on the bed until it’s close to lights out. Accept that a drill sgt will most likely give you nickname if you stand out even a little bit. Realize that your 1st sgt and Cpt are there to say things and leave most times.
A few tidbits from my own personal Army BCT experience:
0. Pay attention during reception. Make sure the clothing and boots you are issued fit you. It is better to speak up right then and there than to march off with boots or headgear that are too small and try to resolve it later. Some of the civilian workers are helpful, and some aren't. Either way, make sure everything fits!
1. I could not tell you what any of my Army Drill Sergeants looked like for at least 2-3 weeks. You see them in the periphery. The booming voice and DS headgear are unmistakable, but you never look at them directly.
2. During shakedown, all your stuff will be kicked into piles with other people's stuff. You will end up with stuff that isn't yours, like boots that are two different sizes, and uniforms with someone else's name.
3.. The food in the DFAC is always very good and filling. But EAT FAST or you will be throwing most of it away. Like 2 minutes fast. Forget about passing the condiments and table manners. Look at your plate and eat. FAST. We had dinner at like 1600. By 2100 you are hungry again, but too tired to care.
4. Lock your wall locker. Unsecured wall lockers will have all the contents thrown out in a pile. Foot powder, mouthwash, shaving cream all over. Everyone who is near you will get smoked too. You won't be given time to clean it up. But it still has to be cleaned up. This may mean sneaking around quietly in the dark after lights out. If it is still there in the morning, stand by to stand by!
5. Stay with your battle buddy, and don't get left behind. Early on, I was the last out of the DFAC, and I got delayed by another company entering after we were done. I exited the DFAC, and my company was gone. I didn't know where to go, as there are rows and rows of buildings that all look exactly the same. I tried to ask a different Drill Sergeant for help but he yelled at me to go away. Learn your surroundings and the signs, etc.
6. You WILL be put into situations where there is no solution, no matter how smart or fast you are. This is where you either get frustrated and give up, OR keep working the problem with relentless moto until they tell you to stop. Hint: Do the second thing.
7. The human mind has an incredible ability to adapt to new surroundings and challenges. There are inevitable moments of regret and despair early on in BCT, but they will pass and you will settle into your new life before you know it.
8. Before you know it, you are graduating. For us, the long march back from the 3 day FTX culminated with a bonfire and short ceremony where we were told we had made it and had become actual soldiers. The reward was basically a big breakfast and enough time to eat it, which was a HUGE luxury.
9. With all of the above said, would I do it again? ABSOLUTELY. It is a transformative experience and you are made a better person for it. I hope this anecdotal information is useful to anyone considering military service. GOD BLESS AMERICA.
Great advice.. anything I should expect or prepare for when it comes to exercise ? Just wanna know so I can start preparing my body.
Excellent explanation. Thank you!
This was an awesome comment! My son is currently going through BCT at Fort Benning. Next week, February 10 is his turning green ceremony and I can't wait to to see him! He is doing well, or so he says, every time he calls. Wish he could have read this comment before he went.
Amen brother I could not have given better tips except this one right place right time right uniform
Thank you for your service. This gave me a new perspective 9n basic training / boot camp. I love my father all the more for having served 20 years on the Army. Go Army!.
This seems so chill after having watched marine basic training lol
All they do is yell same stuff
My dad was a marine and he said they would sometimes hit him
@@dunofrio27 not in modern days. They are not allowed.
Fuck modern fucking days men are no longer as tough as before even the millitary im not saying they are not tough they have balls of steel and are tough but back in the days they were much tougher “The more you sweat in training the more you bleed in war”
just watched it before this one
Was thinking about joining the Navy or Army all throughout high school, but after I graduated I was diagnosed with a heart condition... which meant no military 🤷🏾♂️ . It feels extremely good to watch young recruits become soldiers, puts a smile on my face
Not true. you could join if you get clear by a Medical Waiver. and by the healing process. you should not quit on your dreams. I'm in the process of joining the Army. December 2021 I'm taking my Asbav
@@nadiathearmyandcoastguardw6423 I'm completely healed from the heart issue, but I have since moved on to new dreams. Good luck on your asvab
@@JavaBott well I'm happy your beautiful ♡ is great. and thanks alot.
Be glad that you avoided the military. The propaganda got to your head during high school. I despise the fact that the military goes onto high school campuses to prey on young teens and fill their heads with bs
I wish this “documentary” actually captured what BCT is really like. This made it look soft. I went through last year and it most definitely wasn’t like this.
You’re right it was way softer
Tyler Benson it’s probably to give the impression for those interested in joining. But in reality when the cameras are off is when the fun begins
Tyler Benson where’s all the yelling at? Lmao
This is also a POG basic
I went through 10 years ago...
This narrator sounds exactly like the voice for how its made.
Blarmarsa Gaming It has to be him lol
He is the one of the drill instructors when he yells in your face its relaxing.
I’m dead
Sounds like the guy from socom lol
I wonder how much he gets paid lol
i feel women should also do hand combat training with men because if they get into real hand to hand combat its most likely gonna be with a man
That is not the case studies prove men like this will not only risk there life for another man but even more for women
@Barnacle Boy I agree I've meet alot of bad ass women when i was in I was just stating from a different point of view but because most guys are dicks they have to deal with so much more bs then they should
@Matt None that is true which is why historically men have done the fighting. Bringing women into men’s spaces always changes the dynamics. This who equality thing is really new. If we were still swinging swords I doubt society would be pushing for females to go into combat roles. That is why I think the physical standards need to be the same for males and females.
@@drano551 Females don't lack testosterone. They have it in smaller amount though. They are equally strong as males although it depends on induvidual.
Bro in my basic at Jackson they put me against a female and I decked her ass. They teach you that you don’t see gender. They have to hold their own just like we do. I served with some damn strong woman.
My heart left with my son yesterday as he left MEPS and went onto the bus to the airport ....... Please pray for all our soldiers. Thank you for this video ....This is one scared and sad Momma........ I love my son & Pray for him and all soldiers!!!!!! GO ARMY I LOVE YOU HAYDEN
I right there with you. My son left for Basic Training Feb 11. Miss him terrible but he and his platoon are doing very well. Trust that he is in good hands. Army Strong.
Can you help m to get applications papers for the military?Juan-Jacquesbotha98@gmail.com
My grandpa 1917-1919. My dad USMC WW 2 1944-49. I did it and served 9 yrs 83-93. My son 2011-2016 Afghanistan US Army! Now my youngest is signing up.
SICK!
Thank you for their service!
Damn
Dope!
They should do a whole 12 hour long documentary on reception. That’s the worst part of basic
My daughter said the same thing!
Worst month of my life.
It REALLY sucks
Lmfao dude and I thought MEPS was bad 😂 reception was a week of meps... basic was 10 weeks of reception, and AIT was like college for people that shouldn’t be in college.
That's how long it lasted for me. What do you expect them to do? Just film you all.dau and release the footage unedited?
I'd go back to basic in a heartbeat. That shit was fun once you get into the everyday routine
I'm sure there is a good reason, but Army Basic training looks like the boy scouts now?? I went in 1982 at Ft. McClellan. They never stopped smoking us , yelling day and night , no one wanted to smile we were miserable the first few weeks, it was called shock treatment phase. Out of 172 92 graduated. We were constantly being shuffled as people were being dropped etc etc.They mentioned it was going to get softer , but man after this video I couldn't believe how these soldiers in basic were casually talking and waiting around??? Like What??? In 1982, my Basic training was very close to the Marine corps training, there was intensity , screaming all the time. Day and night. Our Drill Sergeants were in shape. These drills look like they need to go on a diet. We didn't have to say Drill Seargent 10 times when responding , it was just sergeant yes sergeant no sergeant. Basic Training does look fun now. It makes me worry a little about the Army's training methods. Like Kindergarten. Piece of cake.
Michael Yeah this is a video though. Imagine it when the cameras are off. I think it’s for people to get interested and join.
I went through boot camp at FLW in 1983.....I know for a fact it was harder as far as the Drill Sergeants smoking us and swearing and intimidation etc.....we were also segregated as far as females and males not bring together which was good for many reasons.....but I will say that they are getting better/more training then we got back then.....
WHAT THE FUCK!
@ Joshua Butler, im 54, i went in in 85 Ft. Knox Kentucky and i too sr would go back in at the age i am now if they would let me, those were great days and I miss the team work. ARMY
I still remember my drill sargent saying if I stop yelling I stop caring those words have stayed with me forever
I get anxiety every time I see a soldier with a grenade.
Bitch
She screamed "fire" when she threw it lol I'm a inantry combat vet man that made me laugh she was supposed to say "frag out" when u throw a grenade
Cody 11B she did say frag out lol
@@perryn53 negative ghost rider she said fire
Cody 11B if you say so 🤷🏽♂️
Damn I was there 8 months ago lmfao. 14G. If you are nervous about it, don’t be. Just do the right thing, keep your head low and focus on why you arrived at basic. Y’all got this.
@GhostFaceInter you’ll have fun! Just say yes drill sergeant or no drill sergeant and memorize your info and you’ll do great! Don’t be a bitch either in the bay. People are stupid but don’t throw punches. That’s how you become a holdover.
@@justanothergrunt9053hey I'm going to join after I graduate in May is there any thing u recommend like practice workouts or anything? so I can be fully prepared because I want to join.
@@justanothergrunt9053 and also is the asvab hard to pass because school and math and all that was never my strong suit
@@outsmokeu1933 My Comment got deleted. Not sure why so I will shorten it. Focus on running (15 miles a week), push-ups (200 a day), squats (at least 135lbs 15x5), deadlift 210 (15x5), pull-ups (at least 30 a day). Cardio will kill you, you will be hungry. Don’t try and be a bad ass. I injured myself in AIT after basic. Get into the real deal and get hurt, otherwise it will hold you back. Good luck.
@@outsmokeu1933 I tore all of my ligaments in Poland and the system doesn’t give you the help you need. I am big on fitness and my left leg is 2/3 the size of my right know. Stretch and stay healthy. You are in charge of your health and NEVER play sports in the military. You will get hurt.
My best friend is at fort sill right now just starting basic training. Beyond proud of him! Thank you to all the men and women who have served and are currently serving
I leave for Fort Jackson in 2 days. I will come back to this video in July with updates
Good luck
I just graduated a week ago , the corona virus canceled combatives , n u have to wear a mask the whole time
bandy4h oof bro that sucks
TheJoyousDays yeah it does . And you have to deal with grown ass men in your platoon that your assigned to that act like little kids and can’t act straight .
bandy4h jeez that sucks
Man the Army needs to make a new 2019 in depth Army basic training documentary. The Navy and the Marines documentary are way better than the Army.
@Man In The Arena they've softened up, they now have stress cards, my nephew told me and i almost passed out, i told him if anyone said anything about stress, the whole platoon got smoked and the stress was gone.
@@31kiloradioraven63 stress cards??? WTF!!!!
@@KORN-ne5er yep, that was my reaction also.
31 kilo radio raven I never got my stress card? I think I got cheated. Instead I got to low crawl for 3 hours on the sand pit.
KORN 1999 the classic stress card meme. It’s not even true. The closest thing we got to a “stress card” was a card that told us what to do if we feel stressed. It pretty much just said things like “Drink more water” or “make sure you don’t eat like crap” or “physical exercise can improve mood.” Or “talk to a battle buddy” or “talk to a chaplain if you’re into that” it’s pretty much a nicer way to tell us to go fuck our selves and deal with it after training if we were “stressed.” Not a get out of training card
To the guy who dropped his mask at 9:54. RIP
Ikr RIP
RIP
F
Drill saw it too. Probably made him do it again.
I'm watching this in my comfy bed
Same😂
Same, don’t know why I decided to come here when I have no interest in joining the military
@@DDDiego I'm weakkkk lol!!
Graduated basic in 18. Now I'm a Sgt going into ALC for SSG. My advice is just keep going. You will get tired and want to quit or just be depressed, but that's all part of turning you from a civilian to a soldier.
Old comment but damn, brother. Made 6 in 4? That's crazy. Must be infantry or some shit, we don't get those kinds of promotion rates here in MI.
@@sickcallranger2590 national guard mps get promoted fast
I love how they use literal hand guns and they make sound effects! XD
*When you play guns as a kid*
BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG
This shit is nuts when i went through basic in 2005 we got a rifle like 2 days after we got to our unit. We didnt turn it in for 20 weeks until the day before family day.
Went thru basic you don’t get ammo for three weeks after the medical lanes because drill sergeants don’t trust you for shit
It's called bang bang budget cuts
Adrian Shelnutt-Stroud Except the US Military steadily gets increases in funding for some dumb reason but okay.
Documentary: During Red Phase recruits get to overcome fear at treadwell tower
Video: shows a 4 meter high wall
Facts😂😂😂😂😂
There was a taller one
The marines get to do a 47 foot one
A 4 meter high wall will not kill you if you fall... but it'll hurt like hell.
Treadwell tower is 40 feet, the practice tower where they do a dry run is 12 feet tall
I can't wait to join the Army. It's my calling, I want more from life and to better myself and fight for my country. 🇺🇸
You never truly fight for your country....it is always another country that you are fighting for....
This is insane to me. I joined in early 2006 and there was no smiling and talking amongst ourselves unless we were alone in the barracks doing cleaning or something else. The drill sergeants here are so calm. I'm actually kind of jealous.
Don’t be jealous because they edit those videos to encourage people who want to join army but afraid of taking a step. I guess it’s harder in real life
It looks like a high school ROTC class
there just tricking you, they know there on camera so they get people to join thinking theres just benefits and fun but they play you
I went to relaxin Jackson 10 years ago and this looks like Mr. Rogers neighborhood compared to that
I joined in 06 right before the pc crowed started getting their nasty paws into everything.
There is no such thing as Relaxin Jackson..... Graduated in May.... Nothing was relaxin about Infantry Drill Sgts shaping us into Soldiers. I'm a beast at 34 yrs old... Having a Professional Career already (I'm in the US Army Reserves) I literally lost 30pounds from BCT and AIT Training. If you are a Bay Boss, PG, or Student first...There was nothing relaxin about FT Jackson.
Went to Jackson as well. Delta Co 3-13 04.
I'm sure there is a good reason, but Army Basic training looks like the boy scouts now?? I went in 1982 at Ft. McClellan. They never stopped smoking us , yelling day and night , no one wanted to smile we were miserable the first few weeks, it was called shock treatment phase. Out of 172 92 graduated. We were constantly being shuffled as people were being dropped etc etc.They mentioned it was going to get softer , but man after this video I couldn't believe how these soldiers in basic were casually talking and waiting around??? Like What??? In 1982, my Basic training was very close to the Marine corps training, there was intensity , screaming all the time. Day and night. Our Drill Sergeants were in shape. These drills look like they need to go on a diet. We didn't have to say Drill Seargent 10 times when responding , it was just sergeant yes sergeant no sergeant. Basic Training does look fun now. It makes me worry a little about the Army's training methods. Like Kindergarten. Piece of cake.
@@michaelm9649 It had to get watered down for the Liberal PC police and the treatment of female soldiers. Thank you for your service!
If the Chinese get ahold of this video, we're doomed.
We good David Lee...
If we go to war with the Chinese we are doomed anyway! Their army out numbers us 10 to 1!!
@@tommysimpson8198 But that's why you have the Navy, so that we bring the fight to them.
PLA training is harder than infantry OSUT.
*made in China*
I was deployed for Army basic Training to Fort Bliss TX, OSUT facility in 1986, and the Drills were alot more brutal, they screamed at us horribly and intimidated us beyond belief and the training was more brutal, you were not allowed to relax and they pounded military bearing into our souls, but when we graduated we were made into proud fighting soldiers and were later treated with respect as long as we respected our superiors.
I went to the Army at Fort Leonard Wood MO, BKA Fort Lost in the woods in 1982, My Drill Instructors were all Vietnam guys they were mean as nails called us every name in the book, we rode in 'CATTLE CARS' if we were lucky, after basic we were proud soldiers.
Our granddaughter has signed up to become a soldier of the United States Army. Kaydence we are so proud of you !
I'll never forget the day I joined the army... it was definitely a life changing experience!
A.K Carter how?
Tyler Ertley what do you mean how?
Kenny beyo like I hear alot the military changes people’s lives. I have always been curious about what that means
Tyler Ertley teaches you how to be a team player
@@tylerertley5169 why don't you join and find out
My son just started basic last week at Fort Benning! Can't wait to hear his experience. Army strong!
At Benning it's a lot harder and they never will be the same when on camera. They are way nicer when on camera. I was at Benning for 4 months
@@28dirtj I don't think for a second it's easy! Thank you for your service, Jake... I hope you're living your best life :)
Basic training was fun. It’s not always gonna be hell. There will be times where u laugh through the pain
There have been instances when I cried in basic training releasing inner frustrations I had with trying to qualify for riflemanship in White Phase. And that gas chamber was no joke. I coughed and heaved so hard salivating while flapping my arms coming out of there. I literally had saliva dripping from my gas mask when I took it off. That's how heavy I salivated. And I threw up a little 😞. Tear gas smells like Death. It causes a burning sensation in the throat, eyes, and nose, and makes you cough really hard. And I had hard laughing moments as well at the things my roommates and sometimes drill sergeants said.
Brittany Scott same! At least we made it through the hard part
@@epjpeg Yeah. And that's what's important.
@@Mariescott3380 It was hard and I got injured but I made some very amazing unforgettable memories
@@TewifyingUwU Did you still make it through despite getting injured? Getting injured and stress fractures was one of my biggest fears in basic training.
Thank you to all Men and women who have served and currently serving in the military!
My husband just left to army boot camp yesterday and I miss him already but I’m so happy and proud for him and the man he is becoming😇
Thank you for his service. Mention it to him. He wont have a problem. The video shows that it is a lot easier now than years ago. Our training years ago was totally different . He will be ok . Good luck and thank him for all of us.
Cassandra Gonzalez you cheat on him yet?
@@placeboism LMAO
@@placeboism😂😂😂😂
I met someone who was in the Army. He said he trains almost everyday and he's going to be deployed again in 2022. I wish him good luck.
Shipping out on June 18, 2019!
Wish me luck at Fort Jackson! I'm a 68 Whiskey, combat medic.
Super pumped for the medical training.
Good luck, soldier sister.
Ex 88M (03Jun-13 May).
Uncle Sam's U haul company.
Encourage your family and friends to write often.
My best friend shipped out June 18 to Fort Lenordwood.
@@brandiryan90Pallo wish him luck and to write to him often. It gets lonely in BCT without letters and phone calls are very rare unless it's an emergency.
@@themysticsupreme5946Boyscout, yup you are correct. BCT was so lonely when I was there. My family didn't write much and I didn't call them until I was done with BCT.
I finished my training at Leonard wood very recently, I assume that there are a lot of people watching this that are preparing to ship for basic and are looking to see how it's going to be, I did too. The one thing I didn't realize until I was there for a bit is that everything except the specific graduation requirements can be completely unique to your company, I started in a quarantine environment and that company was completely different than the one I ended up in
How was Leonard wood? I'm shipping out next month for Basic
I’m shipping out next week for Leonard Wood
I'm only 12. When I am 18-19-20 I'm going to join the U.S ARMY. Wish me luck in 6 years
Me too bud
Never ever lose your pride or momentum, the US needs people like you
@@markus1657 I won't. Thanks
Good luck man, thank you. I wish you the best of luck I leave in 2 weeks
Herowwill409 same here. Except I wanna join the marines.
Just remember everyone basic training is different
I started mine in June of last year, they don’t show all the screaming and stuff in this one and what some of the trainees went through, it’s what you make of it though and what you learn from it
Boys get ready, we gonna be doing this soon
You're not worth shit. Idiot thinking killing a Iranian General is going to start a world war.
This ain't shit lol this is the easiest boot camp I've ever seen I was in for 7 years and 3 tours to Afghanistan lol I was infantry
@@milkbag1 its called a "joke" ever heard of em?
@@thejoester1011 you're 2 months late buddy :)
@@milkbag1 Wow...im devastated. You have obliterated me with pure intellect. How could i let this happen? Its not like i just saw the video for the first time or anything and came across you having a brain aneurysm in the comments. I must now take my own life as i have dishonored my family.
My son just left for Ft. Sill basic training yesterday-thank you to everyone that has served 🇺🇸
I just graduated BCT at Fort Jackson 2-60 and currently at AIT 42A i must say BCT is mentally Challenging than it is physically. Its mind over matter. Looking back now, I cant believe i made it through but guess what set your mind and tell yourself you can do it. Others have done it, many will do it and so can YOU. Shout out to all my Army family.
Why would you chose 42A?
Ha! I'm in this. One of the instructors for the CBRN training. Short guy with sunglasses on.
Why do they have the recruits flap their arms while leaving the chamber?
@@crimson4996 it helps get the particles off or the uniform.
Steven Rahn it’s also important to not touch your eyes, nose or mouth as that will reactive the CS crystals and make them burn like hell.
CBRN soldier here!
Wish me luck guys I leave in 13 days for my basic for 11B/C at Benning 😬😬
fernando Garcia just graduated. Good luck.
Lane Smith from Benning ? And thank you brother
Good luck I am doing split ops that means I did basic last summer and doing my infantry ait this summer it sucks but in the end it’s worth just have fun with it and learn and I might see you there I am leaving on the 20th to go back
We're in the Same cycle. I leave for Benning as well in 13 days, gonna go on to Gordon for 25/S after
@@jamesdouglass800 you're gonna be in a pog BCT company, you wont be with the infantry dudes lol. Yourr basic is gonna be easy af. Literally every signal guy that has went to Benning has told me it was too easy. Yall get phones and shit now too.
It has been well over 25 years since I've through Ft. Leonard Wood, but if I'm ever given the opportunity to go through it all again, I'd jump right into it in a heart beat!
Our Sergeant made us volunteer, after ending CBRN training, to enter the gas chambers without masks, for a 'last man standing'. Still remember the tears of acid burning my cheeks, but fun as hell nonetheless.
BlackS0l how the fuck do they make you volunteer lol it’s either you volunteer for it or you dont! 😂
@@Downtime_videos you dont quite understand what it means when a DS says "volunteer" do you
RFS apparently you cant read! He said “made us volunteer “!! Not asked to volunteer
If i make you do something its not voluntary!
@@Downtime_videos no i read it, and your comment correctly. When a DS says "volunteer" they mean "if you choose not to, then its going to bite you in the ass later" .. So "made us volunteer" simply means either do it, or pay the price later. At which point you know to just do it.
THEOFFICIAL KINGDAVID you literally need to stop talking before you embarrass yourself further.
Decided to watch this just to at least get a rough idea of what I'm getting myself into. Despite only showing what is, undoubtedly, the best parts of training, I'm ready for the worst parts of it. Eye on the prize, and that prize is the honor of being a soldier in the United States Army. I leave March 2nd for BCT, wish me luck!
How is it man? Do you enjoy it?im going in june
@1 2 oh shit.
@1 2 wait what?!! How?
My bf is in basic training right now so I’m trying my best to understand what his going through
i can relate
Hes getting smoked, runnin his ass off, gettin yelled at being told hes doin everything wrong even blinking wrong. I promise u this, who he was when he left wont be who he is when he gets back.
Did my stint of hell at Ft. Leonardwood MO, A35th Eng batt, 1st Eng Bridgade OSUT (12B)
@@John-se7kl That's where I'm going, not osut though (25N)
@@alexworsham5358Nodal Network Systems Operator / Maintainer is a very important function in battle field readiness and success to every operation. Pay attention in Signal Corp AIT because the guys in the shit will need those comms for CAS/MedEvac/Evac/QRF
Just word of advice don’t send to many letters or he’ll become the drills Seargent’s “favorite”
I went through BCT at Fort Dix ,10-14-68. The drill sergeants were all Viet Nam veterans and crazy as hell. This documentary is tame compared to what we endured, but by the end ,graduated 12/22/68 , we would have walked through HELL for these guys. My company broke the proficiency park record and the training field first sgt treated us to Wild Turkey in the day room. WETSU. I still sing to my grand babies a marching cadence we used “the prettiest girl I ever saw was sipping bourbon thru a straw etc. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
So much has changed since I went to basic training back in ‘89.
Like what
biggreenleaf For one thing, coed basic training, scopes on rifles, protective eye wear to name a few. I think post 9-11 they made some changes and/or add more
@@tatsuo71 oh
Yup I joined March 12 1989 went to fort Dixs NJ!
Tommy Simpson Fort Leonard Wood (Lost in the woods 🤣) Missouri
Leaving for basic training in February. This was a good insight on what to expect.
Same here
Good luck! Remember to drink water and keep your head up
Don’t say yes sir to the drill sergeants
I got Molested posed to say yes drill sergeant
Me too bro fort sill
Alright future soldiers . I Kno things are way different now but I'm sure it will challenge you. Keep your head up . Listen to your NCO'S . Never quit. .. Welcome to the brotherhood.
SSG. Mac.
1999-2012
I ship off for basic training July 8th, and I'm heading to Fort Jackson South Carolina
@@huntermadden2619 . Good luck trooper
When did I die
I would actually love to ask some questions from a decorated soldier. I've always wanted to serve in the army and have always wanted to travel around the world and help out wherever I can, I'm a certified welder who wants to go into that field but I have been doubting if I can stand even basic training and boot camp cause I've heard so many stories of people leaving or not being fit for it. Any tips?
@@midmin375 .... I was a recruiter for the Army at one point also. The job of " your recruiter" is to ensure that you are ready to enter basic training. If you are alittle behind on something ....he or she will work with you. I ran with my future soldiers . Push-ups situps. I taught them rank structure ...lots of things . ITS THEIR JOB to assist you. Give your local recruiter a call ...set up an appointment. And good luck trooper. 💪
I just Finished BCT , I was part of Echo Battery 1/19 and I met most of these drill Sgts and the 1SG this was the best experience of my life and I genuinely enjoyed it all.
I did Army Basic in 1990, we had a soldier named DAY... He got us smoked Daily. We supported him and got him through basic. Instead of being upset, we got stronger and helped the weak DAY
Military training looks so easy to do i wish I was in the army I love to give my life for people freedom
You can still join.
It is the proudest moment when you go from being trainee to soldier by your drill sgt. It was for me, Goodluck to you all getting ready to go. Rely on, and be there for your battle buddies and you'll get through easily. 😎
Thank you drill Sargeants for your service and commitment. God bless you for what you do to make our Army #1 across the world. This we'll defend. Your professional and moral standards is exceptional. Women thank you for you service. All battles keep up the great work.
My mom and dad both went through this. I’m impressed
Impressed with what 😂
This takes me back to ‘81. I still remember my Drill Sergeants names. Reese, Hardy, and trainee Davis.
I was in 1982. Doesn't this video look a little soft? compared to what we went through?? How do these guys fight?? No intensity , the drills are out of shape, the Privates are laughing talking while on the courses . Holy Sht!!!
@@michaelm9649 Remember getting "smoked" by the Drill Sergeants?
Well here's to us and those like us.Cheers
@@michaelm9649 Piss off, ....grandpa. You were PEACE TIME army. I don't care how "hard" your basic was. You're not a combat vet. You're not a killer. You weren't in Vietnam, you weren't in the Iran Iraq war. You didn't get any. So beat it. If you were sent to war like my guys were in 2007, during the Surge, you'd have pissed your pants in that demon that's Baghdad. So fuck off and stop belittling the training "these days". You're a has been
My Nephew goes to Army Boot Camp this coming Monday. I expect him to do exceptionally well at it, as he’s been well informed on exactly what he can expect. He’s going to be an outstanding soldier.
When I joined in 1995 RUclips didn't exist or the internet and I did not know what I got myself into. I wanted to back home at first but I lasted four years. I think it's less shocking nowadays because you have videos like this one to prepare you for what's to come.
When he said “today is June 6th” freaked me out because it’s June 6th today lol. Happy 1 year people in the video :).
Devyn Fox june 6th is also the anniversary of D-Day
Wow. These kids look so much younger than when I went into the Infantry. No worries, it is just a thing. Loved the hand grenade throwing part, but more should be spent on chucking one in through a window or a slightly open door. That was my combat experience. A big airborne salute to all new soldiers. I am so proud of you.
Basic Training sure has changed since I was in 1984 to 1990, had my Basic training at Fort Sill. Bayonet Training there also, I remember the D S would say there are two different types of Bayonet Fighters, "The quick and the Dead". You was either quicker than your enemy or you was dead in Bayonet Fighting that is. In every life or death situation, you can use that piece of advice to survive. I went on several tours of Duty. I used that piece of advice drilled into my head to survive the firefights. The generation now going into the Army or any armed forces can use that same piece of advice, it will save there butts.
Thank you to everyone who serves.
My son heads to Ft. Benning tomorrow.
I remember back in 2009 seeing the lights of the Barracks at the bottom of that last hill and knew that long death march was almost over lol. The ceremony at the end where our Battery commander pulled the sword out of the fire and told us all that we have become solders and I put on that beret was one of the proudest moments of my life 2nd to the birth of my daughter
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For those who take issue with the newer, kinder BCT I will say that while it was tougher when I went through, they pretty much made sure that even the weakest trainees had a chance to recycle. That was before 9-11.
My drill sgt. told me that it was up to the permanent duty units to either get them up to speed or chapter them out.
I suspect that hasn't really changed. No matter how tough or easy BCT is, it will he the standards of the permanent duty units that these recruits will have to meet.
I was in a few units that each and every day made BCT seem like the easy part and I was in a few that made it seem like the hardest part.
I’m in Korea on a 24 hour shift right now and I’m bored out of my mind so I’m watching videos like this and I found one of my former drill sergeant’s in this video. 😂😂😂
Proud of all our young men and women for serving our country! God bless you! 🇺🇸
I was a 4th platoon Delta Dog 🤙🏻, these were my drill sergeants
Wow what a hero
Gaul oof
@@AngloImperial damn...... Big Oof
Nah some of em are mine boy the part with the helicopter those were Charlie 1-31 drill sergeants just graduated 2 weeks ago from this shit, kinda miss it
Wow...I went BCT in the 90s, I remember a lot of yelling, four letter words and pushups along with training. They look like they're having too much fun.
I’m so ready to go I know it’s going to be tough but I’m strong and have a success mindset
As a recent IET Army grad, don’t you EVER forget your CAC or dog tags, and if you’re a male, be clean shaven or have a shaving profile on hand
We are thankful for all military personnel from all branches of the US Armed Forces, Reserve and National Guard Components across this Nation and Territories! Truly Second to None worldwide HOOAH 🙏☝️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I’m leaving to fort sill Oklahoma in 2 days
I needed this
10000 Subscribers with videos good luck and don’t quit. It’s worth it in the end. If you’re lucky you’ll get Hawai’i as your first duty station.
Chris P Bacon I’m going to fort Shepard after basic training towards for plumbing school
What is your MOS? I ship Jan. 6th for BCT at Sill and AIT for 13F.
@@kotagavin2955 you'll be doing ait at fort sill as well for 6 weeks I think
@@StreeNee I believe its 6 weeks. They have me for 10 weeks due to holidays that happen between March 23rd and June 5th
OMG, this is so exciting it makes me fall in love with uniform, I can't wait to wear it.
It's an honor !
I'm an old COL now, but that was me May 18, 1983 at Ft. Leonard Wood. Respect! Carry on.
Thank you to all the people who served in the military God bless you❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Gaz chamber 😂 was the most exciting thing I have done in the Navy ⚓️. Thanks for all military member for their service.
kharis zietisa I went through that chamber with a pneumonia thinking it would help me lol by far the dumbest thing I’ve done but hey I did it lol
Great advices: 1.) avoid creating unwanted attention. 2.) observe everything around. 3.) be a team player. 4.) Don't quit / Never give up.
I was one of the last of the old school military when I went through basic training,before women were mixed in.
These people have it easy.
i leave on july 22 for basic. this made me a bit more confident. thanks for posting!!
Keep your head up and keep soldiering on. Hooah . I served from 1999-2012
The right place at the right time in the right uniform with a positive attitude you will be fine. Retain everything that you learn because you will use those tactics when you deploy.
Do a lot of PT before going. Running, push-ups & sit-ups!
Same here. Im leaving july 22nd fort benning 68E
why didn't you choose 11b lol, you could have a lot of fun in sand hill being yelled at, go to winder TMC watch ants for entertainment and eat MREs.
I'm I've got a army course on Monday for British ARMY I can't wait
GOOD LUCK MY FRIEND OVER THE POND!
make sure not to forget your bayonet.
@@geemanamatin8383 okay I'm sure.you I'll know what you mean tommorow
@@geemanamatin8383 I left my rifle for a pee...
that wont do! what if you needed it to fix your bayonet and storm a trench? tisk, tisk, tisk@@meathead9762
Man after watching a 2 hour documentary on Marine basic training and the Seals Bud's training, this looks like summer camp lol
It turned into summer camp. I'm sure there is a good reason, but Army Basic training looks like the boy scouts now?? I went in 1982 at Ft. McClellan. They never stopped smoking us , yelling day and night , no one wanted to smile we were miserable the first few weeks, it was called shock treatment phase. Out of 172 92 graduated. We were constantly being shuffled as people were being dropped etc etc.They mentioned it was going to get softer , but man after this video I couldn't believe how these soldiers in basic were casually talking and waiting around??? Like What??? In 1982, my Basic training was very close to the Marine corps training, there was intensity , screaming all the time. Day and night. Our Drill Sergeants were in shape. These drills look like they need to go on a diet. We didn't have to say Drill Seargent 10 times when responding , it was just sergeant yes sergeant no sergeant. Basic Training does look fun now. It makes me worry a little about the Army's training methods. Like Kindergarten. Piece of cake.
@@michaelm9649 YEP I DONT THINK ITS WORTH IT JOINING THE MILLITARY TODAY BACK THEN LIKE YOU SAID THEY TRAINED FOR WAR FOR BATTLE KNOW THERE ALL IN AFGANISTAN SIR THIS IS JUST TRASH TIME TO CHECK OUT OTHER BRANCHES
I just talked to my recruiter in meeting today, I'm gonna be out there before too long. ❤
Some of them surely jammed their weapons w dirt. They should have gotten on them about keeping their weapons up.
It's a low crawl. you drag your gun through the dirt on a low crawl. It's fine if your dust cover is closed and you have a mag in. They didnt have mags in, probably because they were going to clean them too.
@@aleksfoxtrot8044 but some did not keep it up over their arm. Part of training would be for the DS to yell at them about that and they weren't.
@Lui well I guess that's true, but regaurdless they r supposed to be taught to keep them up. And as I recall, there were still bullseyes we were supposed to shoot after the low crawl. Then some weapons would jam...
We cleaned our weapons every day, from week 1 to week 10. If one person's weapon didn't pass inspection, everyone had to go outside, drag their weapons through the mud pit (TIME FOR THE DRAG!), and do it all over again. One night, someone got sick of cleaning weapons and informed our SDS of their displeasure. We dragged again, then cleaned our weapons in the front leaning rest. It was awesome.
@@yoplaitmajor WOW. Ahh probably sucked but somehow all that shit turns into good memories.
Benning's School For Boys was not like this at all. Where my 11Bs at?
Bobby Johnny that’s cute
Joseph Arce Hooah
Class of 2011
@Bobby Johnny I remember when I had my first beer.
Joseph Arce Right here echo 2-54
I ship in less that 45 days I'm scared and exited
Чарльз Джонсон good luck 👍🏾
@@ramad2704 Thank you!
How it goes? did u survive I guess. Some advices for someone who’s shipping out in 40 days?
The Şavior Ǿf Ỵour Łife just train bro practice while your at home and just don’t be a pussy about shit
The drill sergeant on the left at the very start of the video was in my battery when I went through about two years ago. On the third day of the cycle she called me to do something and my gung ho ass ran up to her without a battle buddy and she pantomime sparta kicked me and made me shuttle run the parking lot for 20 minutes. That was fun.
you always need battle buddy bbruh
Man, I wish my basic training was this in-depth and fun.
Fun? Where?
Brandon Figueroa basic is a fun experience overall, but when I went through basic a year~ ago we didn’t do half this shit.
I love the Army life, it was very hard becoming a civilian after the Army
Raise your hand if you got cheated on while at basic training.
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Damn sorry dude
Bct changed a bit since 2009
I see myself getting cheated on already at this moment and I am not even at basic training yet. I don't leave until November. It's been days since I last talked to him. It's almost like we don't talk anymore.
@@Mariescott3380 yeah hes smashing the black guy next door
@@memeshack9454 Oh. 😔
Watching basic training videos gets me nostalgic for some reason, good to look back at these times. Now I’m a full CBRN soldier!
I leave for Fort Sill Aug 12th as a 15w! wish me luck!
Katodawolf good luck homie I leave tomorrow for ft.Benning 11-X
Joshua Rowlett aye man I heard reception is like meps but 10x worst😭 congrats on making it to boot camp🤞🏽 if you’re watching videos like this it means your ready brother ‼️
Katodawolf thank you man 👊🏼 I got pushed forward I’m on my way to meps now
Good luck young soldier, I did basic there back in 2003.
I dont miss sill at all lmao
I still remember my basic training in FT Dix in 1980 I see some things have changed
1987 is when I went through there. B5/25. I still remember Drill Sgt Rios.
Definately have changed. Its totally went soft. lololol.
yeah, a little too relaxed and too friendly compared to my training in 1986.
@@michaelm9649 I went in 1982 at Fort Leonard Wood, MO BKA Fort Lost in the woods, my daughter is in the Military she told me about some time out cards, I just laughed and said your training is soft compared to back in the day, we used to get yelled at cursed, and called every name on earth, I had a ball in basic, you see some funny things.
ahhh gonna miss the army
- Surgeon Business Class, 75th Chairborne Rangers
@@ViktoriiaKharlan will do fam! 👌
You became a surgeon from the army ?
The reason why I’m watching this video is Because my 19 years old is attending the basic training right now. She wrote me a Letter saying it’s tough. May God bless her. 🙏🏻I miss her so much
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