As an Army vet myself I have to tell you, it's pretty hard not to laugh at this lol. I was in during the pre-9/11 days and let me tell you, it was five hundred times crazier. I once had a female drill sergeant tell me I was so ugly that my mother didn't really love me, she just felt obligated to not give me up for adoption lol. I actually enjoy watching these because it gives me terrific memories lol.
Trust me it may not be as bad as it was back then but once those cameras go off it's a much different. I graduated back in 2017 and can attest to this.
@@KennyA09 Yeahhh nope. I came through in 2000. It was MUCH harder than but also we had some problems with drill sergeants that were overly tough. In other words, assault. At least that was gone by your time.
Yes I was In the military too you no wat all that terrorists enter from Canada no from Mexico if you was a military you had too no from where they enter to USA
I joined the Army when I was 17. Took my basic training between 11th and 12th grade of high school. Noticed a big difference in maturity returning back to school. The gas chamber was horrible but definitely clears your sinuses. We also did confidence courses but the Marines have the most difficult training in all the US military branches. Completing that training made me realize that I can do anything if I put my mind to it. Definitely helps one to push through difficult times because we’ve already been through difficult situations. Loved your reaction.
Thank you for your TH-cam broadcasts I really enjoy them. I am a US military veteran I am so proud to have serve my country here in the United States and you guys have such wonderful respect for the United States I really enjoy watching all your videos..
I love the video Sam and you Nadine and the kids Atlanta and Denzel are amazing as a former soldier and Graduate of Fort Benning 3 Battalion 32 infantry Echo company your support of the Men and Women who serve is greatly appreciated Very much respected God bless you all
I’m a U.S veteran. Did one combat deployment and i appreciate y’all re-teaching some Americans the pride we’re supposed to have that a lot take for granted or don’t understand what our men and women sacrificed for. Our hero’s are the ones who gave their life. We were left behind to tell their story! God bless y’all! Much love from Texas!
It is volunteering to serve our country it may be pride it may be family, my father was in the army, Myself and 2 brothers were Navy. My brother-in-law was Air Force his 2 sons one was Army the other Air force. The one thing in common is this. We Are Veterans. We left home as teenagers for an unknown adventure. We loved our country enough to defend it and protect it with our own life. We said goodbye to friends and family and everything we knew. We learned the basics and then we scattered in the wind to the far corners of the Earth. We found new friends and new family. We became brothers and sisters. We had plenty of good times, and plenty of bad times. We didn’t get enough sleep. We smoked and drank too much. We picked up both good and bad habits. We worked hard and played harder. We didn’t earn a great wage. We experienced the happiness of mail call and the sadness of missing important events. We didn’t know when or even if we were ever going to see home again. We grew up fast, and yet somehow, we never grew up at all. We fought for our freedom as well as the freedom of others. Some of us saw actual combat, and some of us didn’t. Some of us saw the world, and some of us didn’t. Some of us dealt with physical warfare, most of us dealt with psychological warfare. We have seen and experienced and dealt with things that we can’t fully describe or explain. Not all of our sacrifices were physical. We participated in time honored ceremonies and rituals with each other, strengthening our bonds and camaraderie. We counted on each other to get our job done and sometimes to survive it at all. We have dealt with victory and tragedy. We have celebrated and mourned. We lost a few along the way. When our adventure was over, some of us went back home, some of us started somewhere new. Some of us never came home at all. We have told amazing and hilarious stories of our exploits and adventures. We share an unspoken bond with each other that most people don’t have, and few will understand. We speak highly of our own branch of service, and poke fun at the other branches. But we know that if needed, we will be there for our brothers and sisters and stand together as one in a heartbeat. Being a veteran is something that had to be earned, and it can never be taken away. It has no monetary value, but at the same time it is a priceless gift. People see a veteran and they thank them for their service. When we see each other, we give that little upwards head nod, or a slight smile, knowing that we have shared and experienced things that most people have not. So, from myself to the rest of the veterans out there, I commend and thank you for all that you have done and sacrificed for your country. Try to remember the good times and forget the bad times. Share your stories. But most importantly, stand tall and proud, for you have earned the right to be called a Veteran.
That's probably the best comment I've ever read about veterans. Thank you for your service and also for your very well written tribute to all the others! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
My husband served in the army and still talks about boot camp, the tear gas chamber, and all the "fun" stuff he experienced. He said he left home a selfish, rude teenager and came back a respectful, humbled young man who was so grateful to his parents and everything they did for him. He's so thankful for his experience serving in the US military.
My reason for enlisting was that many of my family served. My grandfathers,, uncles, and male cousins. I was the first woman in my family to serve in the US military. Pride is a big reason for most people. The military also offers a lot of benefits for those who serve
Believe it or not, this brought back great memories. Crossing the stage at graduation to shake the drill sergeant's hand was a very proud moment. Especially because I was following in the footsteps of my dad and both grandfathers who served before me.
I served in the Army 2 combat tours in Iraq….I served because I came from poverty and shit and had no resources to better myself, people around did not want the best for me and I had enough I needed change. I became a better person and have had great opportunities in life because of the Army and I got to serve my country and the people.
1st Engineer Battalion, Fort Riley, KS, 1 tour in Iraq from 09 to 10, thank you for your service, the Army did the same for me, made me a stronger and better man
I just thought I would clear something up real quick since you went from the marine Boot Camp 13 week video to the Army infantry 22 week program. This Army basic training location is specific to infantry soldiers ONLY, meaning that it’s a combination of basic training and job training for Infantry Soldiers. In the Marine boot camp video, that is solely Boot Camp. Upon a graduation from Marine Boot Camp, they then move onto separate occupational school programs. The marine infantryman program then begins after the 13 week Boot Camp as a separate school. Even Marines that just graduated that are not infantry, still attend an additional combat training program, before going on to their job school. In summary, the difference between the two is that the Marines divide various stages of training into separate training programs, the Army integrates them into one main overall program. At the end of the videos, graduating Marines will still go on for more training somewhere, and the army soldiers will go to their main duty stations.
US Army veteran; 1996-2016; OIFx3, OEFx1, USFKx3 Remember Basic Training like it happened yesterday. You literally feel yourself changing, both inside and out. Truly a life changing experience.
My brother trained at Fort Benning. It's also where he was deployed to Afghanistan and where he came back a year later. I have a lot of memories from his time at Ft. Benning. We watched him graduate there, watched him load onto the bus to leave for Afghanistan, and also watched the cargo plane land to bring him back to us after a year. He landed at 3am. The only time in my life that I have burst into happy tears was when I finally saw him again and he was ok.
The one who yelled at the tall guy, it wasn't so much that he was yelling at him because there was something wrong with being tall. It was kind of a warning for the rest of his training. As the tallest guy in the group, if he's doing something incorrectly he's going to be the one that the instructors always notice and reprimand, because he stands out in the crowd. Someone average height or shorter who blends in might be able to get away with more that the instructors just don't catch. That was that drill instructor's way of warning him to make sure he's always on his game because he won't be able to get away with any slacking off.
That's true, I'm 5'8. The only thing I was reprimanded for during basic was not shaving my sideburns enough during bay area inspection and my trousers not being tucked all the way underneath my boots.
I remember all of this all too well. The military gave me PTSD. I joined in 1992 and I enlisted in the army reserves. I did my basic training for Jackson South Carolina and I did my AIT in fort Lee Virginia. It was something that I wish I never would have done but it made me the person that I am today. I can't believe it's been 30 years since that day. Thank you for posting this video It brought back memories some good and some bad.
The Army has an obstacle course everyone goes through, similar to the Marines. We also have a 5 day training exercise at the end of training called FTX. Hike out 10+ miles stay in the field doing more training then hike back out. The final week is getting your dress uniforms ready barracks squared away and told where you will be stationed.
I did Basic in Ft. Jackson, SC. FTX was one hell of an adventure there. We had unofficial competitions between platoons to see which ended up with more coral snakes. Nasty vipers.
My father was in the army and was a paratrooper in vietnam. He later became a drill sargeant. I enjoyed watching this video it brought back so many memories of stories he shared with me during the past 7 years that i took care of him in my home. He passed away 6 month ago I miss him so much.
I’m actually in the u.s. army currently deployed overseas. I love watching your videos, makes me feel like I’m home with my wife and 3 kids. Thanks for making videos!
You all are awesome! I spent 25 years in the army and it still smashes me. Your videos actually bring me back to why I started my military career. Your videos bring back some very good memories of my military brothers and sisters. Thank you!
Hey NZ Fam! Hope you remember me....I also sent a package in Nov I'm hoping you have, and looking forward to you trying the snacks I sent. As I'm active duty US Navy, I feel responsible for representing the best branch of US armed service. Our boot camp has changed much over the years. Unlike other branches, we have a shorter boot camp (only 8 weeks of training) which everyone goes to. But then each rate (like an Army MOS...it's a specialty) goes to their individual "A" schools for anywhere from an additional 2 weeks to many months. Then most people pick up a "C" school, where they specialize in a specific field in their rate. That can be up to another year or so. So sometimes a Sailor has been in service for almost 2 years before getting to their first ship or command. Most don't wait that long however. Still, the attached video is the most current version of our training, and was produced only a few years ago. It was split up into parts and released over time, but this is the entire supercut. It's almost an hour long, so I don't suggest trying to watch it all in one go. But I think it's a great production, because instead of just showing you what the training consists of, it actually talks with the Recruits about what they're experiencing and feeling, and you can see the impact boot camp has on them. As you'll see, not everyone is cut out for Military service. Cheers! - FCC (SW/AW) Warshaw th-cam.com/video/pDwLsrmDBF0/w-d-xo.html
I'm also a Navy Veteran. One thing all branches have in common is day one you are probably regretting your decision, but by the end you are glad and proud of what you've done. Also the gas chamber isn't as bad as it looks.
The mail service between the US and Australia/New Zealand has been nothing short of horrific. My Christmas cards mailed from Honolulu, Hawaii on December 1st just arrived in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide yesterday, January 28th. All of the cards had water damage. I sent packages back in September 2020 via Air Mail. The cost was nearly $200. I was told it would be 8-10 days. It was 4 months before they finally got them. In other words, don't give up. They will eventually get there. Enjoy your weekend. Cheers from Las Vegas.
I graduated from Benning March 24th, and basic was definitely an experience. It definitely was very difficult, but it had its good days. Made some great memories, as well as meeting some great dudes. There was no better feeling wearing my pinks and greens and having my dad pin my cross rifles.
It's so much more than just simply wanting to serve your country. There's the change of scenery from home, seeing new places, the on-the-job experience, the physical training, a sense of purpose, on and on. I lived in California for three years, Texas for 4-1/2 years, Louisiana for a year, Japan for a year, Germany for 2-1/2 years, and spent time in Korea, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Virginia, South Carolina, and the Middle East for the first Gulf War...active duty from 1980-1992. I miss it a lot and would do it all again in a heartbeat!
Hello from the backyard of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. Watching your lovely family is most enjoyable. I would love to see the US Navy represented, for instance, Seal training, aircraft carrier flight deck preparation, submariner training, etc. My name contains a clue to my USN experience😊 Thanks for sharing your videos, please keep them coming.
It's all designed to get you in shape, condition you to follow orders without thinking, and increase your resistance to pain. Special forces training carries on from that point, should you want to go that route.
Hey my, New Zealand family. As a father of a American soldier ,the day he came home from high school and told us about he had enlisted in the army was a shock to us. That was in 2008. Much respect from Texas.
I absolutely love watching you guys. Thanks for all you do! Just wanted to say I am a VERY PROUD USArmy BRAT. My father joined the Army in 1957 and married my Mom in 1962. Older sis born in Alaska and my twin sister and I were born in Ft. Lee, Virginia. We've lived in many places but I consider Germany my home. We lived in Europe for 8 years of my young life. When Dad was still alive, he once watched the movie Full Metal Jacket...he said that was the first movie he'd ever seen that portrayed boot camp to be like what he went through. 😳 We were shocked. I definitely would not let your kids watch it. It's pretty gruesome but very true to the US Army of decades ago. Back in the early '70s to late '70s, Dad got us C-rations....the equivalent to MREs of today. We thought we were special until we were told to open the cans with a small tool called a p-38. We tried...failed. 🤣 So Dad showed us how to use it. I'm 56 years old now and still carry one on my keychain...y'know...just in case. 😏 When Dad retired, we moved back to the U.S. What a shock that was for us. Not a good shock. 😔 But we managed. To this day, I miss the military lifestyle. So, thank you for this video. You brought back some memories! 🥰 love you guys!
Hi, folks! Former Army here. In regards to your question at the beginning, the Army does have paratroopers. I went to airborne school at Fort Benning and spent most of my enlistment at Fort Bragg, N.C., in the XVIII Airborne Corps. That was 20 years ago, but this video definitely brought back memories! If you can find a video on airborne school, it would definitely be worth checking out!
Wow minute 10, ssg laitila, we served together in Afghanistan, we were stationed in germany together, then i saw him again in the air assault school at campbell , great guy, glad he is teaching new generations of soldiers
This was toned down from my days (mid 90's). The Army also does have the same type of obstacle courses and things like the Marines but they didn't show it. Shark attacks were brutal and in my training I was only talked to in a calm manner was on the gun range otherwise full head on scream fest. Love the videos
I remember my time at basic being tough. But that was late 90's. I imagine that the training is still intense and a 20 min shark attack is because they figured out getting smoked for 6 hours day one only hinders them. Much love brothers and sisters. US Army Medic
Love your channel! Thanks for learning about our US military. I'm the daughter of an Army Veteran, a wife of an Air Force Veteran and Mom of an Army veteran. Plus a mom to a son who's in the Air Force now. That son was also born at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, USA. Check out the Air Force boot camp!
My one son graduated from Benning. I went to his graduation. He stayed at Benning for additional training. Got his wings. 4 tours. Served active for 13 years. Retired as a Staff Sgt. My daughter did her Green to Gold, she's a Captain, now. 3 tours 16 years in. She's a lifer. She too, has her wings.
Its a little different than when I was there in 2003. The memories of Sand Hill. I had allergies 24/7 from the dame pine trees. Had my basic in Spring. Had some nice monsoons that flooded our tents over and over.
This video brought back some good memories. I went to Fort Sill OK Artillery and then stationed at Fort Bragg, and deployed to Desert Storm for 10 months and went to South Korea. Total 7 yrs served and don’t regret it, it was a life experience, with life friends made and it molded the person I am today.My Dad served in Navy, my grandfather was in Army along with my two uncles one in Army and the other Marines, so it’s partially patriotic,but for me it was generational.
Note that Marine Corp 13 week boot camp only covers very basic infantry training (every Marine is , first, a rifleman). After boot camp, they are sent to their assign MOS (Military Occupation Skill) School which covers a very broad range of skills such as cook, avionics, armor, artillery, air traffic control, motor transport, supply, field radio operator, etc. Most will be sent to either Camp Lejeune North Carolina or Camp Pendleton, California Infantry Training School for much more advanced Infantry Training.
I went through basic and was stationed at Fort Benning 28 years ago. it's an experience you will never forget, especially the gas chamber. if you take to big of a breath like I did, it will put you to the ground quick. Training methods are different in the stress department now. By the end of basic for me , my Drill Sargent had become like a father figure.
I just graduated from Fort Benning last month, it’s funny watching this and comparing my experience to the video. Love the reaction thank u for the support!🇺🇸
a lot tougher than my days in the Navy Reserve, lost about 20 lbs, walked/marched many miles a day, you had the fear, locker inspections had to be perfect by your bunk - you had to make up your bunk to ensure the sheets were tight, you would go underneath and pull strings of cloth to ensure it - I failed one inspection, Chief called me out in front of everyone - everyone enjoys a 2 mile run courtesy of me, and I stayed at the barracks. If you had a few demerits, you'd go to "marching party" this was in San Diego when it was hot, doing calesthenics, etc, 8 weeks of this - at one point my Chief said "I hope you enjoy your time going through a new class next week" which would have meant i would have to spend another 8 weeks in bootcamp, he called me aside the next day - and said he was having a bad day and that I'd graduate the following week
Actually when you get set back in Navy boot camp you go back 2 weeks… I saw close to a dozen guys get set back from my company and sister company in boot camp.
I really love and appreciate the respect you show for the US military. My dad is a Vietnam vet and my grandpa served in WW2. Sending love from Utah and the USA ❤️
Having a Nor’easter tonight in Maryland along the East Coast! Look that up for some fun! 🌬☃️⛄️☃️⛄️ I love your videos! I love the price comparisons that you do! Happy Friday from Charlestown Maryland USA!
In other words its equal discrimination if youve got something they can use to break you mentally they will, because its an important part of the forging process, they start with a hunk of metal (quality varies), and they have to beat it into the shape of a soldier
i did my Basic and AIT (OSUT) at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri. Military Police (Alpha 787 MP Co) training was about 6 months long. we did all of that and then some. i can tell you while we were doing our training it was not easy and pushed us hard but the day we graduated will forever be one of the very best days of my life! after training was over i looked back at it and see it in a totally different light. IT WAS SO MUCH FUN! we did things very few people ever get to do. this was a good video but there were a whole lot of training events that were left out. P.S. i loved gas chamber day. they say 1 out of every 1000 soldiers are not effected as bad by CS gas. that was me. they made me go through the gas chamber 4 times because they couldnt believe it didnt bother me. it made my eyes and throat burn a bit and my nose run but thats was all.
I am a female veteran from the USNAVY I enlisted when I was 17 because my opportunities for college were limited. I will have to say that it was the best thing that I could have done. I never thought of my time as any different than working. I am still in touch with members of my squadron 33 years later. I consider them my brother’s. The number of women that were in was low compared to men. I worked right along side them everyday. Miss the way that everyone had their job and they did it.
I am a US Army wife. I have been a wife for just about a year now. I am so proud of your family respecting the US🇺🇸. I am also a New Zealander myself. Thank you so much!
You know, I served with the US Army (MOS 15Y), but I have to say, that video didn't show the really tough parts (at least for me) of BASIC. My unit was one of the last to train at Ft. Knox, then I went to Ft. Rucker for the advanced training.
Yeah, that video did seem to skip over just about everything except in-processing and a little bit of rifle range and MOUT. What a video can't really show is how much of BASIC is just sitting and waiting (usually either in the freezing cold or blazing heat) to be told what to do next!
@@theawkwardcameraenthusiast5044 Yes... for me, the hardest part was the PT in the morning. The "sitting and waiting"... in the rain. I actually enjoyed the rifle range. No mention of the confidence course, nor the road marches (or more accurately: road-runs). That hated command: DOUBLE TIME MARCH!
I went through United States Army Basic Training in Oct 1982 at Ft. Leonard Wood located in Missouri. Back then training was a 8 week program after doing one initial week of orientation and getting shots, haircuts, and uniforms and taught Military Drill and Ceremony, then when that was done the eight week program begin. I t seems from the video you shared that the Drill Sergeants are not as brutal as wen I went thru because they were always in our faces and riding our backs until the day before we graduated from the course. I come from a long line of men in my family who have served in the US Army with several uncles cousins and my brother. My father was a Paratrooper in the 173rd Airborne Brigade and he and his unit were the first US army combat forces sent to Vietnam in 1965 from Okinawa where I and my family lived, they are an elite unit who have the distinction of having the highest number of recipients of the Medal Of Honor than any other military unit!! Anyway you guys wonder if Paratroopers were part of the Air Force. They are not though the Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard send all their members to the US Army paratroop training course because they do not have that course available in their individual branches!! I see that dad thinks that the Marines have a more intense program I would have to disagree on that but I am bias to my branch and I have heard that now the Coast Guard and Air Force Basic Training is on par or even more difficult to the Marines. I suggest you check out their Basic Training especially the Coast Guard (Coasties). Anyway for me serving in the military was never a question. I enlisted at 19 and started Basic Training at 20 years old after two years of college/university and was consider old by my fellow recruits who were 17-18yrs old. Anyway love your posts and I appreciate your interest in all things United States! PS we have the same obstacle courses as the Marines and when I went thru basic the drills did lay their hands very rough and had their spit hitting us from screaming at us, BREAK US DOWN TO BUILD US UP!!!!
When I went to boot camp back in 1968 it's was ten times worse then what those recruits had it. Minor infractions was meet with instantly being knocked on your butt. Your were sworn at kicked slapped abuse was a common even. Didn't hurt me made me more of a man and you realized you did it right the first time you were ok
At 16:00 it’s def a family thing!! I have SO MANY Air Force family members. It’s just something you have a lot of admiration and respect for if you grow up around it.
I recently came out of training from Fort Benning out of their Infantry school. with your question on paratroopers (paratrooper or airborne trooper is a solder in the Army), it's a school that is provided at Fort Benning. the Gas chamber is a requirement for all military personnel. I sent a video in your Instagram DM's that it would be nice if you guys could do a react video.
I was trained as a tanker out of Fort Knox 11 years ago,sheesh has it been that long....but yeah i was the third to last class to graduate from Knox OSUT.if i remember correctly tanker training is a bit longer at 25 weeks. I had to do the gas chamber twice because i got recycled cuz i tore my right acl 1 month into basic
I would really encourage you to look for another Basic Training video. This one skipped the entire portion of obstacle training, rappelling, and didn’t go into as good of coverage for the field training. This one was also specific for infantry basic which is slightly different for a soldier going in for every other career path. Marines basic is considered more challenging because it is longer to allow the implementation of water training since they are an aquatic force.
I served four years in the Marines, and I can tell you when I was in there, they break the seal on the gas mask, it can burn a little where the mask touches your face, but the effect is the same trust me! I was in boot camp in 1977.
There is a really good one for navy seals. It’s more of a speech by a former seal at a college graduation but he still talks about what there training was like.
So you guys got Army and Marines done, I think you guys might really like Navy bootcamp as well. The Navy made a really cool video about it, almost more of a documentary style and it's unique because it follows a couple of the recruits through bootcamp and you get to learn about them and their challenges. It also just so happens to of the guys going through are twin Australian brothers that moved to the states! Edit: Here is the TH-cam link to the full length video th-cam.com/video/pDwLsrmDBF0/w-d-xo.html
I loved this. Thank you so much for playing it. My dad was a drill sgt. He wanted them to understand, without saying it out loud, that what he was doing was teaching them how to survive and how to save fellow soldiers.
Learning to follow instructions and perform to standards under stress is absolutely necessary. Combat or rendering medical aid is no place for hesitation. These skills last your whole life.
Wow!!! So Legend Of You Guys!! To show respect to the U.S. and to educate your viewers... There are so many of my fellow countrymen that are not even aware of this process of the training our soldiers go through...Thank You!!!
About MREs, After Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast we received much aid and assistance from so many wonderful, generous people and agencies. I was one of three strangers who banded together to help each other and anyone else during the first weeks after the storm when the shock had worn off and the serious recovery was in swing. The three of us went to distribution sites and each stood in a separate line: ice, bottled water and MREs. I'd never had an MRE before but they became a staple for a few months after the storm. As a citizen and tax payer I was so grateful to receive such substancial food and proud that our service personnel's meals were so easy to prepare and good to eat. Each meal finished up with a packet of Skittles or M&Ms! I'll NEVER forget watching those US Army trucks rolling into Gulfport.
I went through in 2004, the policies on disrespecting other soldiers or sexual assault were not mentioned. I’m soooo glad the US Army has evolved and done better… Hooah!
My basic trying was in the USAF in 1979 and I served 26 years and loved 90% of it. Most of those who decide to serve in the U.S. military do so out of patriotism along with the desire to receive education benefits. Basic trading in the Air Force has changed greatly since 79, but I was Security Forces and so we had more weapons training than most other members of our branch, plus before it was standard practice to be put through CS gas training, we had to do it as cops because of the nature of our career field. Plus I was part of a Emergency Service Team, or what is called SWAT in the civilian world, and that trains was substantially more involved. Your family is amazing, and you have no idea how much we veterans appreciate your interest in our service. Thank you.
Great reaction -- keep 'em coming! I was a DS @ Fort Knox before the Armor Center relocated to Benning... I will NEVER forget the miles and miles of foot marches... and the three devastating hills... "Agony", "Misery" and "Heartbreak".
I seriously admire the men and women in USA who are recent veterans or the very elderly WW2 veterans- They’re not just ‘veterans’, frankly they’re ALL survivors. A year ago, I double checked the age maximum for new recruits- It’s 35. I’m now three years past it.😕 Also, U.S.A.’s Army Cadet Regulars are not as intensively trained as Marines. Both types are still more epicly honored and last-level cooler than most people in America!🧐👌🏻😎🤌🏻
I am a disabled army veteran and I am proud to have served my country. I served proudly from 1980 to 1984 as an infantryman. I'm impressed these guys got buses we went from processing to our training area in cattle cars and horse trailers. When we went to the gas chamber after everyone went through they asked who wanted to go again and me and three others went thru a second time. We didn't have these MRE's we had C Rations which was canned meals. Not the greatest but it taught me how to eat whats put in front of you because you never know when your next meal is coming. You'll love the Airborne aka paratrooper video section. I had family that served however I not only believed in them but I had a sense of service because before I enlisted I was an EMT and a fireman. Given that I volunteered for the infantry I accepted and made peace the fact that I could die. I didn't, thank God but I am all banged up lol. Thanks for doing this video! You should see if there is a similar video about the U.S. Army Rangers also.
I served in two branches of the military: Navy Nurse Corps during Vietnam conflict and Army Nurse Corps during Desert Storm, Iraq/Afghanistan conflicts. Loved my time! You become a part of a huge “family” and have the pride of serving. Love your videos
I really enjoy your videos. I went through Navy boot camp in 1967. Things change over time. I remember going through the tear gas house and smoke house. Each branch has training specific to that branch. In the Navy we had a week of firefighting which is very important to sailors at sea. The all volunteer military started in 1975. During Vietnam we had the draft in addition to volunteers. Every male at 18 has to register with the Selective Service Commission or face prison. The draft died in 75 but the possibility reinstating the draft looms if a major war should break out, like WWII.
U mentioned how the marines intensity remained high and the obstacle course they go through... the army has the same kind of obstacles too. It just wasn't shown in the video. Plus the army still has their intensity and yelling at the recruits, it's just more for when they mess up with instructions...lol. the army realizes that recruits are easier to train and retain the information when not constantly belittled
I am Brazilian a few years ago I was living in Queenstown in the beautiful New Zealand South Island. Met my wife there she is American. We decided to live in US after our first baby to be near family. Her family have a big tradition in the military, most Navy and some airforce. At the moment I am a soldier in the US army, it’s fun! there is a lot of benefits and it’s good if you want to get some education in America as it’s known to be expensive. Your family is beautiful, good content on the videos!! Cheers!
My father was in the Army prior to me being born. My husband was in the Airforce prior to our meeting. My nephew started out in the Naval Academy but after he graduated from there he became a Marine. One of my sons just informed us that he will be joining the Airforce because it will help him achieve what he wants to become. He already went to a Bootcamp when he was younger for teenagers. They would go there once a month on the weekends during the school year but then for several weeks during the summer months. The majority of the time people entering the military haven't gone to college to specialize in anything. My son has already obtained a bachelor's degree in Network Technology and has also achieved some other accreditation for computers. He has been working for the same company for 4 to 5 years. So he may not have to attend the Bootcamp. Fingers crossed. We are extremely proud of him but at the same time scared considering how crazy the world is today and how volatile things are. God Bless the men and women that have the courage to protect their country and help others around the world.
That was my class Delta 2-29 doing the Combatives! DS Pensado was amazing, and he received the DS of The Cycle Award while I was there! So this video is from 2020! I remember the camera crews in the room with us as we did our little back waddle across the floor! Good times! "Light the Steal!"
Because the Army uses what's called, One Station Unit Training or OSUT, boot camp or basic, actually continues long after the traditional period and extends for a full 13 weeks, just like the Marine Corp. So, depending on your MOS or Military Occupation Specialty, that training begins during basic as a hybrid of on-the-job training and basic training, with no feeling of boot camp ever ending.
All of my uncle's, my dad and grandpa's and my kids dad were in the army. We love our military men and women ❤️❤️❤️❤️ they all trained at ft Benning. I went to a graduation ceremony there it was amazing
As a paratrooper and jumpmaster, I would love to see your reaction to a video on paratroopers. The link below is for a documentary on the US Army's Parachutist School (Airborne School) similar to the one you just reviewed. For clarification, paratroopers are not their own branch. It is an additional skill identifier awarded to those who complete the 15 day parachute school at Ft. Benning, GA. This school is open to all members of the US Military: Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marines; however it is run by the US Army. Paratroopers are members of the US Army who serve in an Airborne unit, i.e. 82nd Airborne Division (maroon beret), 173rd Airborne Brigade (maroon beret), 75th Ranger Regiment (tan beret), Special Forces (green beret), or one of the smaller units and detachments (maroon beret). In order to be a paratrooper, a Soldier has to first attend Airborne School at Ft. Benning. Also, a soldier can attend Airborne school without being assigned to an Airborne unit. That individual will receive a parachutists badge for the uniform, but will not receive any hazardous pay or be allowed to wear the maroon beret. Here's a link for an Airborne School video. th-cam.com/video/VwOMDQAmRtQ/w-d-xo.html
I just found out about you guys, I really enjoy the love you are showing us, US Army retired guy here,24 years, 7 combat tours, I too was an infantry guy, trust me this Army video does it no justice, it has all kinds of training that’s very intense, I can name two that really gave me hell, lol, that I been through, Airborne training and Ranger school, but there are plenty more. The Army is the biggest branch, and it has the most elite units and schools. Trust me this video cut a lot out of it. The Army is the most deployed and longest deployed branch. My first deployment to Iraq was 15 months, I didn’t see my family for a year in a half, then after that it was a year at a time. So I spent half of my career in the combat zone.
Thanks for posting. lots of good nostalgic memories :) of course it looks chaotic, stressful and tough. It is. But it's so fulfilling. One of my best experiences in life
Oh the memories. I was a soldier in the US Army. I was in. JROTC (Junior reserves officer training corp) class in high school and that’s what made me join! I enlisted in 2006 and got completely out in 2012. I went to Ft. Jackson for basic and then Ft. Leonardwood, Mo. for AIT ( I was an 88M, truck driver). After 15 month in Iraq and having to leave my oldest child (who was 7 months old when I deployed) I just couldn’t do it anymore. Now I’m a mom to 3 kids and work at my Local Veterans Affairs Medical Center. I’m so thankful for the experience and the amazing family that I gained! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
For me when i just graduated ouset. You get a day before graduation called family day so you can spend 6 hours with your family and then they can see you graduate the next day. What got me was my drill sergeant actually waved us good bye which was way more impactful than i thought it would be.
I was Artillery (13Bravo) in 1995. My basic training and AIT was in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. I did go on to become a Ranger, which is a branch of special operations in the U.S. Military. I did see Fort Benning then but not every trainee goes to Fort Benning. Normal Army training is not as tough as the Marine Corp. Ranger training is tougher though as it is some of the toughest selection process in the military. It was incredibly hard but I'm proud of what I was able to accomplish while serving. I spent 10 years before leaving after a combat injury. I love watching your guys reactions.
As an Army vet myself I have to tell you, it's pretty hard not to laugh at this lol. I was in during the pre-9/11 days and let me tell you, it was five hundred times crazier. I once had a female drill sergeant tell me I was so ugly that my mother didn't really love me, she just felt obligated to not give me up for adoption lol. I actually enjoy watching these because it gives me terrific memories lol.
When i was in Basic in 81, the female drill sergeant was nastier then the males. but at the end she was a sweetheart.
Trust me it may not be as bad as it was back then but once those cameras go off it's a much different. I graduated back in 2017 and can attest to this.
@@KennyA09 Yeahhh nope. I came through in 2000. It was MUCH harder than but also we had some problems with drill sergeants that were overly tough. In other words, assault. At least that was gone by your time.
I don't know about army but I can say in 2004 female drill instructors at Parris island were just as scary. 4th battalion has no scruples
Yes I was In the military too you no wat all that terrorists enter from Canada no from Mexico if you was a military you had too no from where they enter to USA
I joined the Army when I was 17. Took my basic training between 11th and 12th grade of high school. Noticed a big difference in maturity returning back to school.
The gas chamber was horrible but definitely clears your sinuses.
We also did confidence courses but the Marines have the most difficult training in all the US military branches.
Completing that training made me realize that I can do anything if I put my mind to it. Definitely helps one to push through difficult times because we’ve already been through difficult situations.
Loved your reaction.
actually the coast guard has harder training than the marines, I was Army so not bragging lol just didn't want you to forget about them
Thank you for your TH-cam broadcasts I really enjoy them. I am a US military veteran I am so proud to have serve my country here in the United States and you guys have such wonderful respect for the United States I really enjoy watching all your videos..
Thank you!
Young man thank you for your service .Much respect from Texas
Hua
I just joined like 5 months ago
I love the video Sam and you Nadine and the kids Atlanta and Denzel are amazing as a former soldier and Graduate of Fort Benning 3 Battalion 32 infantry Echo company your support of the Men and Women who serve is greatly appreciated Very much respected God bless you all
I’m a U.S veteran. Did one combat deployment and i appreciate y’all re-teaching some Americans the pride we’re supposed to have that a lot take for granted or don’t understand what our men and women sacrificed for. Our hero’s are the ones who gave their life. We were left behind to tell their story! God bless y’all! Much love from Texas!
It is volunteering to serve our country it may be pride it may be family, my father was in the army, Myself and 2 brothers were Navy. My brother-in-law was Air Force his 2 sons one was Army the other Air force. The one thing in common is this. We Are Veterans.
We left home as teenagers for an unknown adventure. We loved our country enough to defend it and protect it with our own life. We said goodbye to friends and family and everything we knew. We learned the basics and then we scattered in the wind to the far corners of the Earth. We found new friends and new family. We became brothers and sisters. We had plenty of good times, and plenty of bad times. We didn’t get enough sleep. We smoked and drank too much. We picked up both good and bad habits. We worked hard and played harder. We didn’t earn a great wage. We experienced the happiness of mail call and the sadness of missing important events. We didn’t know when or even if we were ever going to see home again. We grew up fast, and yet somehow, we never grew up at all. We fought for our freedom as well as the freedom of others. Some of us saw actual combat, and some of us didn’t. Some of us saw the world, and some of us didn’t. Some of us dealt with physical warfare, most of us dealt with psychological warfare. We have seen and experienced and dealt with things that we can’t fully describe or explain. Not all of our sacrifices were physical. We participated in time honored ceremonies and rituals with each other, strengthening our bonds and camaraderie. We counted on each other to get our job done and sometimes to survive it at all. We have dealt with victory and tragedy. We have celebrated and mourned. We lost a few along the way. When our adventure was over, some of us went back home, some of us started somewhere new. Some of us never came home at all. We have told amazing and hilarious stories of our exploits and adventures. We share an unspoken bond with each other that most people don’t have, and few will understand. We speak highly of our own branch of service, and poke fun at the other branches. But we know that if needed, we will be there for our brothers and sisters and stand together as one in a heartbeat. Being a veteran is something that had to be earned, and it can never be taken away. It has no monetary value, but at the same time it is a priceless gift. People see a veteran and they thank them for their service. When we see each other, we give that little upwards head nod, or a slight smile, knowing that we have shared and experienced things that most people have not. So, from myself to the rest of the veterans out there, I commend and thank you for all that you have done and sacrificed for your country. Try to remember the good times and forget the bad times. Share your stories. But most importantly, stand tall and proud, for you have earned the right to be called a Veteran.
Thank you all for your service!
That's probably the best comment I've ever read about veterans. Thank you for your service and also for your very well written tribute to all the others! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Damn it all if that isn't well said!
Wow brother, very well said. From a Marine veteran to you and all, thank you for your service and sacrifice. OOOORAH!!!
Simper Fi brother!
My husband served in the army and still talks about boot camp, the tear gas chamber, and all the "fun" stuff he experienced. He said he left home a selfish, rude teenager and came back a respectful, humbled young man who was so grateful to his parents and everything they did for him. He's so thankful for his experience serving in the US military.
My reason for enlisting was that many of my family served. My grandfathers,, uncles, and male cousins. I was the first woman in my family to serve in the US military. Pride is a big reason for most people. The military also offers a lot of benefits for those who serve
Thank you!
Thank you for serving
Believe it or not, this brought back great memories. Crossing the stage at graduation to shake the drill sergeant's hand was a very proud moment. Especially because I was following in the footsteps of my dad and both grandfathers who served before me.
I served in the Army 2 combat tours in Iraq….I served because I came from poverty and shit and had no resources to better myself, people around did not want the best for me and I had enough I needed change. I became a better person and have had great opportunities in life because of the Army and I got to serve my country and the people.
Thank you for you service, and I'm glad it presented opportunities for you.
1st Engineer Battalion, Fort Riley, KS, 1 tour in Iraq from 09 to 10, thank you for your service, the Army did the same for me, made me a stronger and better man
@@HellRaider19 ayy, im working a couple sets of barracks remodels right now on fort riley. lol
Well let me told you I was in that military too I Star when I was 17 yeard Old
too bad the country hates you and wants war
I just thought I would clear something up real quick since you went from the marine Boot Camp 13 week video to the Army infantry 22 week program. This Army basic training location is specific to infantry soldiers ONLY, meaning that it’s a combination of basic training and job training for Infantry Soldiers. In the Marine boot camp video, that is solely Boot Camp. Upon a graduation from Marine Boot Camp, they then move onto separate occupational school programs. The marine infantryman program then begins after the 13 week Boot Camp as a separate school. Even Marines that just graduated that are not infantry, still attend an additional combat training program, before going on to their job school.
In summary, the difference between the two is that the Marines divide various stages of training into separate training programs, the Army integrates them into one main overall program. At the end of the videos, graduating Marines will still go on for more training somewhere, and the army soldiers will go to their main duty stations.
It’s nice to see a reaction to this.
Thanks to any armed forces members for serving.
US Army veteran; 1996-2016; OIFx3, OEFx1, USFKx3
Remember Basic Training like it happened yesterday. You literally feel yourself changing, both inside and out. Truly a life changing experience.
Your family is absolutely precious. Retired U.S. Army here, thank you for these vids!
Thank you!
I love your username.I remember that saying from my days in basic.I was a 19K(M1A1 Abrams crewman)
Which unit is the one In your profile picture friend, I think I saw that insignia before
@@johndoe6260 mine was 3rd infantry division
@@Desert_Rogue_Tanker thank you for the info friend
My brother trained at Fort Benning. It's also where he was deployed to Afghanistan and where he came back a year later. I have a lot of memories from his time at Ft. Benning. We watched him graduate there, watched him load onto the bus to leave for Afghanistan, and also watched the cargo plane land to bring him back to us after a year. He landed at 3am. The only time in my life that I have burst into happy tears was when I finally saw him again and he was ok.
The one who yelled at the tall guy, it wasn't so much that he was yelling at him because there was something wrong with being tall.
It was kind of a warning for the rest of his training.
As the tallest guy in the group, if he's doing something incorrectly he's going to be the one that the instructors always notice and reprimand, because he stands out in the crowd. Someone average height or shorter who blends in might be able to get away with more that the instructors just don't catch.
That was that drill instructor's way of warning him to make sure he's always on his game because he won't be able to get away with any slacking off.
That's true, I'm 5'8. The only thing I was reprimanded for during basic was not shaving my sideburns enough during bay area inspection and my trousers not being tucked all the way underneath my boots.
@Great Helm wow that’s pretty lucky
Had a tall soldier in my unit. Said when we lay on the ground prone. I'm just as tall as you lmao.
I remember all of this all too well. The military gave me PTSD. I joined in 1992 and I enlisted in the army reserves. I did my basic training for Jackson South Carolina and I did my AIT in fort Lee Virginia. It was something that I wish I never would have done but it made me the person that I am today. I can't believe it's been 30 years since that day. Thank you for posting this video It brought back memories some good and some bad.
The military gave you PTSD as a reserve that went through basic at Jackson and AIT at Lee? Um, ok. 😏
The Army has an obstacle course everyone goes through, similar to the Marines. We also have a 5 day training exercise at the end of training called FTX. Hike out 10+ miles stay in the field doing more training then hike back out. The final week is getting your dress uniforms ready barracks squared away and told where you will be stationed.
I'd rather do two consecutive FTXs over again than any one of the field ops I did at Campbell.
We use to call it the bayonet. I did it in 2002 though and I dont think they do it anymore
I did Basic in Ft. Jackson, SC. FTX was one hell of an adventure there. We had unofficial competitions between platoons to see which ended up with more coral snakes. Nasty vipers.
@@alexandermiller6317 forreal nobody believes me but OSUT is the easiest part of your infantry career. I’m at Drum.
@@Bleach-my-eyes Exactly. If I were to list the top 10 times I was sucking during my Army career, OSUT wouldn't even come close to making the list.
You guys have such a wholesome family just a true picture of happiness, it's nice to see
It's really great to see!!💞💞💞💞
I'm 64 and served from 1976 to 1979. I am glad i went in, it was rough though. I had a tour over in Germany when it was still east and west!
My father was in the army and was a paratrooper in vietnam. He later became a drill sargeant. I enjoyed watching this video it brought back so many memories of stories he shared with me during the past 7 years that i took care of him in my home. He passed away 6 month ago I miss him so much.
I’m actually in the u.s. army currently deployed overseas. I love watching your videos, makes me feel like I’m home with my wife and 3 kids. Thanks for making videos!
Thank you for your service ☺️
Thank you for your service young man. Much respect from Texas. My granddaughter was born at the hospital in Fort Hood 10 years ago.
Thank you for your service, be blessed by God and come home safe
Thank you for your service 🙏
Thank you for your service
You all are awesome! I spent 25 years in the army and it still smashes me. Your videos actually bring me back to why I started my military career. Your videos bring back some very good memories of my military brothers and sisters. Thank you!
Hey NZ Fam! Hope you remember me....I also sent a package in Nov I'm hoping you have, and looking forward to you trying the snacks I sent. As I'm active duty US Navy, I feel responsible for representing the best branch of US armed service. Our boot camp has changed much over the years. Unlike other branches, we have a shorter boot camp (only 8 weeks of training) which everyone goes to. But then each rate (like an Army MOS...it's a specialty) goes to their individual "A" schools for anywhere from an additional 2 weeks to many months. Then most people pick up a "C" school, where they specialize in a specific field in their rate. That can be up to another year or so. So sometimes a Sailor has been in service for almost 2 years before getting to their first ship or command. Most don't wait that long however. Still, the attached video is the most current version of our training, and was produced only a few years ago. It was split up into parts and released over time, but this is the entire supercut. It's almost an hour long, so I don't suggest trying to watch it all in one go. But I think it's a great production, because instead of just showing you what the training consists of, it actually talks with the Recruits about what they're experiencing and feeling, and you can see the impact boot camp has on them. As you'll see, not everyone is cut out for Military service. Cheers! - FCC (SW/AW) Warshaw th-cam.com/video/pDwLsrmDBF0/w-d-xo.html
good luck with that. i sent one then as well and don't even know if they have it in their possesion.
I'm also a Navy Veteran. One thing all branches have in common is day one you are probably regretting your decision, but by the end you are glad and proud of what you've done. Also the gas chamber isn't as bad as it looks.
The mail service between the US and Australia/New Zealand has been nothing short of horrific. My Christmas cards mailed from Honolulu, Hawaii on December 1st just arrived in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide yesterday, January 28th. All of the cards had water damage. I sent packages back in September 2020 via Air Mail. The cost was nearly $200. I was told it would be 8-10 days. It was 4 months before they finally got them. In other words, don't give up. They will eventually get there. Enjoy your weekend. Cheers from Las Vegas.
@@puupilo96746 I just dont want stuff to expire before they get to anybodys package. Mine tracked and says delivered
@@c4sb2008 Hopefully New Zealand has it together better than Australia Post did. Good luck.
Took BCT/AIT in 1981. Had a Drill who was a two tour Vietnam vet. One very serious dude.
God Bless you, New Zealand Family! 😎🇺🇸✨
I graduated from Benning March 24th, and basic was definitely an experience. It definitely was very difficult, but it had its good days. Made some great memories, as well as meeting some great dudes. There was no better feeling wearing my pinks and greens and having my dad pin my cross rifles.
I love that the kids seam to be very interested in the video. This family is absolutely wonderful.
It's so much more than just simply wanting to serve your country. There's the change of scenery from home, seeing new places, the on-the-job experience, the physical training, a sense of purpose, on and on. I lived in California for three years, Texas for 4-1/2 years, Louisiana for a year, Japan for a year, Germany for 2-1/2 years, and spent time in Korea, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Virginia, South Carolina, and the Middle East for the first Gulf War...active duty from 1980-1992. I miss it a lot and would do it all again in a heartbeat!
Appreciate your service! Did you go to those places with the military or on your own
Middle East I understand
Hello from the backyard of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. Watching your lovely family is most enjoyable. I would love to see the US Navy represented, for instance, Seal training, aircraft carrier flight deck preparation, submariner training, etc. My name contains a clue to my USN experience😊 Thanks for sharing your videos, please keep them coming.
Thank you!
Flight Deck?
@@dannykeever9412 Not understanding your question.🤷🏻♀️
13 year Army combat vet with 4 deployments, infantry leads the way. Love it !!!
Hooah!
It's all designed to get you in shape, condition you to follow orders without thinking, and increase your resistance to pain. Special forces training carries on from that point, should you want to go that route.
Exactly, that’s how boot camp is for any branch of the armed forces
Hey my, New Zealand family. As a father of a American soldier ,the day he came home from high school and told us about he had enlisted in the army was a shock to us. That was in 2008. Much respect from Texas.
I absolutely love watching you guys. Thanks for all you do! Just wanted to say I am a VERY PROUD USArmy BRAT. My father joined the Army in 1957 and married my Mom in 1962. Older sis born in Alaska and my twin sister and I were born in Ft. Lee, Virginia. We've lived in many places but I consider Germany my home. We lived in Europe for 8 years of my young life. When Dad was still alive, he once watched the movie Full Metal Jacket...he said that was the first movie he'd ever seen that portrayed boot camp to be like what he went through. 😳 We were shocked. I definitely would not let your kids watch it. It's pretty gruesome but very true to the US Army of decades ago. Back in the early '70s to late '70s, Dad got us C-rations....the equivalent to MREs of today. We thought we were special until we were told to open the cans with a small tool called a p-38. We tried...failed. 🤣 So Dad showed us how to use it. I'm 56 years old now and still carry one on my keychain...y'know...just in case. 😏 When Dad retired, we moved back to the U.S. What a shock that was for us. Not a good shock. 😔 But we managed. To this day, I miss the military lifestyle. So, thank you for this video. You brought back some memories! 🥰 love you guys!
Well wishes, you and yours!
Thank you guys for the tear jerker videos and the funny ones lol. Most of my family are veterans so seeing these means a lot. God bless you guys
Hi, folks! Former Army here. In regards to your question at the beginning, the Army does have paratroopers. I went to airborne school at Fort Benning and spent most of my enlistment at Fort Bragg, N.C., in the XVIII Airborne Corps. That was 20 years ago, but this video definitely brought back memories! If you can find a video on airborne school, it would definitely be worth checking out!
Wow minute 10, ssg laitila, we served together in Afghanistan, we were stationed in germany together, then i saw him again in the air assault school at campbell , great guy, glad he is teaching new generations of soldiers
This was toned down from my days (mid 90's). The Army also does have the same type of obstacle courses and things like the Marines but they didn't show it. Shark attacks were brutal and in my training I was only talked to in a calm manner was on the gun range otherwise full head on scream fest. Love the videos
Thank you!
A 20 min shark attack lmao that's weak ours lasted hours and the Ds couldn't hardly speak at the end of the shark attack week
I remember my time at basic being tough. But that was late 90's. I imagine that the training is still intense and a 20 min shark attack is because they figured out getting smoked for 6 hours day one only hinders them. Much love brothers and sisters. US Army Medic
Mine was the same way. I went through in 2018 and it was only calm in Garrison scenarios
Love your channel! Thanks for learning about our US military. I'm the daughter of an Army Veteran, a wife of an Air Force Veteran and Mom of an Army veteran. Plus a mom to a son who's in the Air Force now. That son was also born at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, USA. Check out the Air Force boot camp!
My one son graduated from Benning.
I went to his graduation.
He stayed at Benning for additional training.
Got his wings.
4 tours.
Served active for 13 years.
Retired as a Staff Sgt.
My daughter did her Green to Gold, she's a Captain, now.
3 tours
16 years in. She's a lifer.
She too, has her wings.
Well wishes, you and yours!
As someone who's went through this recently, it's very interesting to see other people's experience
Its a little different than when I was there in 2003. The memories of Sand Hill. I had allergies 24/7 from the dame pine trees. Had my basic in Spring. Had some nice monsoons that flooded our tents over and over.
This video brought back some good memories. I went to Fort Sill OK Artillery and then stationed at Fort Bragg, and deployed to Desert Storm for 10 months and went to South Korea. Total 7 yrs served and don’t regret it, it was a life experience, with life friends made and it molded the person I am today.My Dad served in Navy, my grandfather was in Army along with my two uncles one in Army and the other Marines, so it’s partially patriotic,but for me it was generational.
Thank you!
Note that Marine Corp 13 week boot camp only covers very basic infantry training (every Marine is , first, a rifleman). After boot camp, they are sent to their assign MOS (Military Occupation Skill) School which covers a very broad range of skills such as cook, avionics, armor, artillery, air traffic control, motor transport, supply, field radio operator, etc. Most will be sent to either Camp Lejeune North Carolina or Camp Pendleton, California Infantry Training School for much more advanced Infantry Training.
I went through basic and was stationed at Fort Benning 28 years ago. it's an experience you will never forget, especially the gas chamber. if you take to big of a breath like I did, it will put you to the ground quick. Training methods are different in the stress department now. By the end of basic for me , my Drill Sargent had become like a father figure.
I just graduated from Fort Benning last month, it’s funny watching this and comparing my experience to the video. Love the reaction thank u for the support!🇺🇸
a lot tougher than my days in the Navy Reserve, lost about 20 lbs, walked/marched many miles a day, you had the fear, locker inspections had to be perfect by your bunk - you had to make up your bunk to ensure the sheets were tight, you would go underneath and pull strings of cloth to ensure it - I failed one inspection, Chief called me out in front of everyone - everyone enjoys a 2 mile run courtesy of me, and I stayed at the barracks. If you had a few demerits, you'd go to "marching party" this was in San Diego when it was hot, doing calesthenics, etc, 8 weeks of this - at one point my Chief said "I hope you enjoy your time going through a new class next week" which would have meant i would have to spend another 8 weeks in bootcamp, he called me aside the next day - and said he was having a bad day and that I'd graduate the following week
Actually when you get set back in Navy boot camp you go back 2 weeks… I saw close to a dozen guys get set back from my company and sister company in boot camp.
I really love and appreciate the respect you show for the US military. My dad is a Vietnam vet and my grandpa served in WW2. Sending love from Utah and the USA ❤️
Having a Nor’easter tonight in Maryland along the East Coast! Look that up for some fun! 🌬☃️⛄️☃️⛄️ I love your videos! I love the price comparisons that you do! Happy Friday from Charlestown Maryland USA!
Shoot out from Baltimore!
5:10 The scene from full metal jacket sums this up perfectly, "there is no discrimination here, you are all equally worthless"
In other words its equal discrimination if youve got something they can use to break you mentally they will, because its an important part of the forging process, they start with a hunk of metal (quality varies), and they have to beat it into the shape of a soldier
i did my Basic and AIT (OSUT) at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri. Military Police (Alpha 787 MP Co) training was about 6 months long. we did all of that and then some. i can tell you while we were doing our training it was not easy and pushed us hard but the day we graduated will forever be one of the very best days of my life! after training was over i looked back at it and see it in a totally different light. IT WAS SO MUCH FUN! we did things very few people ever get to do. this was a good video but there were a whole lot of training events that were left out. P.S. i loved gas chamber day. they say 1 out of every 1000 soldiers are not effected as bad by CS gas. that was me. they made me go through the gas chamber 4 times because they couldnt believe it didnt bother me. it made my eyes and throat burn a bit and my nose run but thats was all.
I love watching people react to things I and so many others went through to earn the title of Soldier. Thanks for another great reaction.
I am a female veteran from the USNAVY I enlisted when I was 17 because my opportunities for college were limited. I will have to say that it was the best thing that I could have done. I never thought of my time as any different than working. I am still in touch with members of my squadron 33 years later. I consider them my brother’s. The number of women that were in was low compared to men. I worked right along side them everyday. Miss the way that everyone had their job and they did it.
I am a Marine Corps veteran. All branches love to give each other shit, but will have each other’s six’s. We always find a way to have fun.
Army basic training also goes through the “Gas Chamber” as well.
Um- this was showing Army training (OSUT)....
I am a US Army wife. I have been a wife for just about a year now. I am so proud of your family respecting the US🇺🇸. I am also a New Zealander myself. Thank you so much!
You know, I served with the US Army (MOS 15Y), but I have to say, that video didn't show the really tough parts (at least for me) of BASIC. My unit was one of the last to train at Ft. Knox, then I went to Ft. Rucker for the advanced training.
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Yeah, that video did seem to skip over just about everything except in-processing and a little bit of rifle range and MOUT. What a video can't really show is how much of BASIC is just sitting and waiting (usually either in the freezing cold or blazing heat) to be told what to do next!
@@theawkwardcameraenthusiast5044 Yes... for me, the hardest part was the PT in the morning. The "sitting and waiting"... in the rain. I actually enjoyed the rifle range. No mention of the confidence course, nor the road marches (or more accurately: road-runs). That hated command: DOUBLE TIME MARCH!
I went through United States Army Basic Training in Oct 1982 at Ft. Leonard Wood located in Missouri. Back then training was a 8 week program after doing one initial week of orientation and getting shots, haircuts, and uniforms and taught Military Drill and Ceremony, then when that was done the eight week program begin. I t seems from the video you shared that the Drill Sergeants are not as brutal as wen I went thru because they were always in our faces and riding our backs until the day before we graduated from the course. I come from a long line of men in my family who have served in the US Army with several uncles cousins and my brother. My father was a Paratrooper in the 173rd Airborne Brigade and he and his unit were the first US army combat forces sent to Vietnam in 1965 from Okinawa where I and my family lived, they are an elite unit who have the distinction of having the highest number of recipients of the Medal Of Honor than any other military unit!! Anyway you guys wonder if Paratroopers were part of the Air Force. They are not though the Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard send all their members to the US Army paratroop training course because they do not have that course available in their individual branches!! I see that dad thinks that the Marines have a more intense program I would have to disagree on that but I am bias to my branch and I have heard that now the Coast Guard and Air Force Basic Training is on par or even more difficult to the Marines. I suggest you check out their Basic Training especially the Coast Guard (Coasties). Anyway for me serving in the military was never a question. I enlisted at 19 and started Basic Training at 20 years old after two years of college/university and was consider old by my fellow recruits who were 17-18yrs old. Anyway love your posts and I appreciate your interest in all things United States! PS we have the same obstacle courses as the Marines and when I went thru basic the drills did lay their hands very rough and had their spit hitting us from screaming at us, BREAK US DOWN TO BUILD US UP!!!!
When I went to boot camp back in 1968 it's was ten times worse then what those recruits had it. Minor infractions was meet with instantly being knocked on your butt. Your were sworn at kicked slapped abuse was a common even. Didn't hurt me made me more of a man and you realized you did it right the first time you were ok
At 16:00 it’s def a family thing!! I have SO MANY Air Force family members. It’s just something you have a lot of admiration and respect for if you grow up around it.
I recently came out of training from Fort Benning out of their Infantry school. with your question on paratroopers (paratrooper or airborne trooper is a solder in the Army), it's a school that is provided at Fort Benning. the Gas chamber is a requirement for all military personnel. I sent a video in your Instagram DM's that it would be nice if you guys could do a react video.
I was trained as a tanker out of Fort Knox 11 years ago,sheesh has it been that long....but yeah i was the third to last class to graduate from Knox OSUT.if i remember correctly tanker training is a bit longer at 25 weeks.
I had to do the gas chamber twice because i got recycled cuz i tore my right acl 1 month into basic
Thank you!
@@Desert_Rogue_Tanker Thank you!
@@stevenworley6105 no prob
@@stevenworley6105 I knew a Nathan Worley when I did basic in 2010.You guys wouldn't be related now, would you?
I would really encourage you to look for another Basic Training video. This one skipped the entire portion of obstacle training, rappelling, and didn’t go into as good of coverage for the field training. This one was also specific for infantry basic which is slightly different for a soldier going in for every other career path. Marines basic is considered more challenging because it is longer to allow the implementation of water training since they are an aquatic force.
I served four years in the Marines, and I can tell you when I was in there, they break the seal on the gas mask, it can burn a little where the mask touches your face, but the effect is the same trust me! I was in boot camp in 1977.
I went through Marine Corps boot camp in ‘96. They made us take the masks off while still in the chamber and hold them out as we walked out.
There is a really good one for navy seals. It’s more of a speech by a former seal at a college graduation but he still talks about what there training was like.
So you guys got Army and Marines done, I think you guys might really like Navy bootcamp as well. The Navy made a really cool video about it, almost more of a documentary style and it's unique because it follows a couple of the recruits through bootcamp and you get to learn about them and their challenges. It also just so happens to of the guys going through are twin Australian brothers that moved to the states!
Edit: Here is the TH-cam link to the full length video
th-cam.com/video/pDwLsrmDBF0/w-d-xo.html
I loved this. Thank you so much for playing it. My dad was a drill sgt. He wanted them to understand, without saying it out loud, that what he was doing was teaching them how to survive and how to save fellow soldiers.
Learning to follow instructions and perform to standards under stress is absolutely necessary. Combat or rendering medical aid is no place for hesitation. These skills last your whole life.
Wow!!! So Legend Of You Guys!! To show respect to the U.S. and to educate your viewers... There are so many of my fellow countrymen that are not even aware of this process of the training our soldiers go through...Thank You!!!
1:36 Paratroopers are a part of every branch of the military
Oh wow didn't know that!
@@yournewzealandfamily They’re not a branch of the military, but rather a unit of the military.
About MREs, After Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast we received much aid and assistance from so many wonderful, generous people and agencies. I was one of three strangers who banded together to help each other and anyone else during the first weeks after the storm when the shock had worn off and the serious recovery was in swing. The three of us went to distribution sites and each stood in a separate line: ice, bottled water and MREs. I'd never had an MRE before but they became a staple for a few months after the storm. As a citizen and tax payer I was so grateful to receive such substancial food and proud that our service personnel's meals were so easy to prepare and good to eat. Each meal finished up with a packet of Skittles or M&Ms! I'll NEVER forget watching those US Army trucks rolling into Gulfport.
I went through in 2004, the policies on disrespecting other soldiers or sexual assault were not mentioned. I’m soooo glad the US Army has evolved and done better… Hooah!
My basic trying was in the USAF in 1979 and I served 26 years and loved 90% of it. Most of those who decide to serve in the U.S. military do so out of patriotism along with the desire to receive education benefits. Basic trading in the Air Force has changed greatly since 79, but I was Security Forces and so we had more weapons training than most other members of our branch, plus before it was standard practice to be put through CS gas training, we had to do it as cops because of the nature of our career field. Plus I was part of a Emergency Service Team, or what is called SWAT in the civilian world, and that trains was substantially more involved.
Your family is amazing, and you have no idea how much we veterans appreciate your interest in our service. Thank you.
Great reaction -- keep 'em coming! I was a DS @ Fort Knox before the Armor Center relocated to Benning... I will NEVER forget the miles and miles of foot marches... and the three devastating hills... "Agony", "Misery" and "Heartbreak".
I seriously admire the men and women in USA who are recent veterans or the very elderly WW2 veterans-
They’re not just ‘veterans’, frankly they’re ALL survivors.
A year ago, I double checked the age maximum for new recruits-
It’s 35. I’m now three years past it.😕
Also, U.S.A.’s Army Cadet Regulars are not as intensively trained as Marines.
Both types are still more epicly honored and last-level cooler than most people in America!🧐👌🏻😎🤌🏻
I am a disabled army veteran and I am proud to have served my country. I served proudly from 1980 to 1984 as an infantryman. I'm impressed these guys got buses we went from processing to our training area in cattle cars and horse trailers. When we went to the gas chamber after everyone went through they asked who wanted to go again and me and three others went thru a second time.
We didn't have these MRE's we had C Rations which was canned meals. Not the greatest but it taught me how to eat whats put in front of you because you never know when your next meal is coming.
You'll love the Airborne aka paratrooper video section.
I had family that served however I not only believed in them but I had a sense of service because before I enlisted I was an EMT and a fireman. Given that I volunteered for the infantry I accepted and made peace the fact that I could die. I didn't, thank God but I am all banged up lol.
Thanks for doing this video! You should see if there is a similar video about the U.S. Army Rangers also.
Thank you to all who have served, who are serving now and for those who are going to serve in The Military, I am grateful to all of you..
I served in two branches of the military: Navy Nurse Corps during Vietnam conflict and Army Nurse Corps during Desert Storm, Iraq/Afghanistan conflicts. Loved my time! You become a part of a huge “family” and have the pride of serving. Love your videos
I really enjoy your videos. I went through Navy boot camp in 1967. Things change over time. I remember going through the tear gas house and smoke house. Each branch has training specific to that branch. In the Navy we had a week of firefighting which is very important to sailors at sea. The all volunteer military started in 1975. During Vietnam we had the draft in addition to volunteers. Every male at 18 has to register with the Selective Service Commission or face prison. The draft died in 75 but the possibility reinstating the draft looms if a major war should break out, like WWII.
Paratroopers are Army. I was Airborne Infantry and went through basic training, AIT, and Airborne school all at Fort Benning, Georgia in 1986.
U mentioned how the marines intensity remained high and the obstacle course they go through... the army has the same kind of obstacles too. It just wasn't shown in the video. Plus the army still has their intensity and yelling at the recruits, it's just more for when they mess up with instructions...lol. the army realizes that recruits are easier to train and retain the information when not constantly belittled
I am Brazilian a few years ago I was living in Queenstown in the beautiful New Zealand South Island. Met my wife there she is American. We decided to live in US after our first baby to be near family. Her family have a big tradition in the military, most Navy and some airforce. At the moment I am a soldier in the US army, it’s fun! there is a lot of benefits and it’s good if you want to get some education in America as it’s known to be expensive.
Your family is beautiful, good content on the videos!!
Cheers!
2:15 Fort Benning and Fort Lee are mostly for Infantry type professions, Fort Jackson is generally were everyone else goes. I went to Jackson myself.
My father was in the Army prior to me being born. My husband was in the Airforce prior to our meeting. My nephew started out in the Naval Academy but after he graduated from there he became a Marine. One of my sons just informed us that he will be joining the Airforce because it will help him achieve what he wants to become. He already went to a Bootcamp when he was younger for teenagers. They would go there once a month on the weekends during the school year but then for several weeks during the summer months. The majority of the time people entering the military haven't gone to college to specialize in anything. My son has already obtained a bachelor's degree in Network Technology and has also achieved some other accreditation for computers. He has been working for the same company for 4 to 5 years. So he may not have to attend the Bootcamp. Fingers crossed. We are extremely proud of him but at the same time scared considering how crazy the world is today and how volatile things are. God Bless the men and women that have the courage to protect their country and help others around the world.
That was my class Delta 2-29 doing the Combatives! DS Pensado was amazing, and he received the DS of The Cycle Award while I was there! So this video is from 2020! I remember the camera crews in the room with us as we did our little back waddle across the floor! Good times!
"Light the Steal!"
My dad was a drill sgt at Ft. Benning! We lived there for 8 years, brought back memories.
Thanks for sharing. We are so proud of our military men and women.
The reverence and amount repect both your children display while watching and listening to important things always amazes me..
I did basic training fall/winter of 1986 in Ft. Benning. I will never forget.
Because the Army uses what's called, One Station Unit Training or OSUT, boot camp or basic, actually continues long after the traditional period and extends for a full 13 weeks, just like the Marine Corp. So, depending on your MOS or Military Occupation Specialty, that training begins during basic as a hybrid of on-the-job training and basic training, with no feeling of boot camp ever ending.
All of my uncle's, my dad and grandpa's and my kids dad were in the army. We love our military men and women ❤️❤️❤️❤️ they all trained at ft Benning. I went to a graduation ceremony there it was amazing
My husband served in the air forces he told me there is some things he has seen he can't unsee
I really enjoy you sharing your whole story in New Zealand seems like your country's very beautiful I would love to come it's beautiful
My uncle was a marine and then reenlisted in the army huge respect to all who serve/served thank you all🫡
As a paratrooper and jumpmaster, I would love to see your reaction to a video on paratroopers. The link below is for a documentary on the US Army's Parachutist School (Airborne School) similar to the one you just reviewed. For clarification, paratroopers are not their own branch. It is an additional skill identifier awarded to those who complete the 15 day parachute school at Ft. Benning, GA. This school is open to all members of the US Military: Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marines; however it is run by the US Army.
Paratroopers are members of the US Army who serve in an Airborne unit, i.e. 82nd Airborne Division (maroon beret), 173rd Airborne Brigade (maroon beret), 75th Ranger Regiment (tan beret), Special Forces (green beret), or one of the smaller units and detachments (maroon beret). In order to be a paratrooper, a Soldier has to first attend Airborne School at Ft. Benning. Also, a soldier can attend Airborne school without being assigned to an Airborne unit. That individual will receive a parachutists badge for the uniform, but will not receive any hazardous pay or be allowed to wear the maroon beret.
Here's a link for an Airborne School video. th-cam.com/video/VwOMDQAmRtQ/w-d-xo.html
I just found out about you guys, I really enjoy the love you are showing us, US Army retired guy here,24 years, 7 combat tours, I too was an infantry guy, trust me this Army video does it no justice, it has all kinds of training that’s very intense, I can name two that really gave me hell, lol, that I been through, Airborne training and Ranger school, but there are plenty more. The Army is the biggest branch, and it has the most elite units and schools. Trust me this video cut a lot out of it. The Army is the most deployed and longest deployed branch. My first deployment to Iraq was 15 months, I didn’t see my family for a year in a half, then after that it was a year at a time. So I spent half of my career in the combat zone.
Members of my family we have been in every. branch of military service for generations. And we will continue to serve.
Thanks for posting. lots of good nostalgic memories :) of course it looks chaotic, stressful and tough. It is. But it's so fulfilling. One of my best experiences in life
Oh the memories. I was a soldier in the US Army. I was in. JROTC (Junior reserves officer training corp) class in high school and that’s what made me join! I enlisted in 2006 and got completely out in 2012. I went to Ft. Jackson for basic and then Ft. Leonardwood, Mo. for AIT ( I was an 88M, truck driver). After 15 month in Iraq and having to leave my oldest child (who was 7 months old when I deployed) I just couldn’t do it anymore. Now I’m a mom to 3 kids and work at my Local Veterans Affairs Medical Center. I’m so thankful for the experience and the amazing family that I gained! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Damn. A snack pack? I never got anything like that the night I arrived to Great Lakes, IL for Navy Bootcamp.
For me when i just graduated ouset. You get a day before graduation called family day so you can spend 6 hours with your family and then they can see you graduate the next day. What got me was my drill sergeant actually waved us good bye which was way more impactful than i thought it would be.
I was Artillery (13Bravo) in 1995. My basic training and AIT was in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. I did go on to become a Ranger, which is a branch of special operations in the U.S. Military. I did see Fort Benning then but not every trainee goes to Fort Benning. Normal Army training is not as tough as the Marine Corp. Ranger training is tougher though as it is some of the toughest selection process in the military. It was incredibly hard but I'm proud of what I was able to accomplish while serving. I spent 10 years before leaving after a combat injury. I love watching your guys reactions.
"Transformative Process"....best way I ever heard it put!