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  • Big thanks to the Norwegian Army for letting me be part His Majesty the King's Guard, military drill is not easy! Check out www.forsvaret.no for more info about the Norwegian Army.
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  • @dubzxi2979
    @dubzxi2979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3210

    Plot Twist Magnus actually joined the army, and now he's just vlogging it.

    • @ELeonko
      @ELeonko 3 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      They would def not treat him like this if he had

    • @antonioandresbascurescobar5052
      @antonioandresbascurescobar5052 3 ปีที่แล้ว +148

      @@ELeonko re plot twist: Magnus is actually the son of a norwegian general so he has special treatment

    • @georgf9279
      @georgf9279 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      @@antonioandresbascurescobar5052 The last thing you want is special treatment because you have a relative in the forces. Quite to the contrary you better get treated extra strikt so nobody starts rumors about special treatment.

    • @plastare
      @plastare 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

      Plot twist, the norwegian army joined magnus.

    • @Ryunoku
      @Ryunoku 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@georgf9279 we had some kid who was a colonel's son in the af and he called his dad to snitch on our CIVILIAN instructor at our job training, in which the instructor told the COLONEL what was really happening. That boy was a good boy ever since

  • @vegardarntzen1556
    @vegardarntzen1556 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2929

    I was in the military about a year ago. One time we had some people from the kings guard stay in our barracks. They made their beds too well for our standards, so we had to make their beds less perfect so that their standards would not become our new standard in the company.

    • @momatotsosrorudodi
      @momatotsosrorudodi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +216

      I had my recruit period with the Kings Guard, but I wanted to be a guard so we were transferred and got mixed with MP recruits and some from the Air Force. Me and the others from the Kings Guard were using our debit cards to get rid of wrinkles and creases, but the MP and Air Force recruits just stuffed the excess sheet into the sides and that was good enough.
      I felt so cheated.
      I glad I experienced some cool exercises and learned some skills instead of just getting really good at SLO(the drills they perform).

    • @kongkjetil
      @kongkjetil 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      : D

    • @johannestollefsenskeie3266
      @johannestollefsenskeie3266 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@momatotsosrorudodi hørtes ut som sessvoll?

    • @momatotsosrorudodi
      @momatotsosrorudodi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johannestollefsenskeie3266 Yes🙃 Kunne vært Akershus Festning også🌝

    • @blodhevn2353
      @blodhevn2353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      i was in the kings guard, it was strict but the drill troop is a lot stricter.

  • @thedjpetersen
    @thedjpetersen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1493

    The level of English of everyone in Norway is absolutely incredible

    • @themadhatter3d417
      @themadhatter3d417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Pretty incredible when we compare it to the amount of bilingual people at home (TX, USA for me). Lol

    • @winterkeptuswarm
      @winterkeptuswarm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@themadhatter3d417 Don't Texans have plenty of bilingual English/Spanish speakers? Texas is pretty diverse!

    • @themadhatter3d417
      @themadhatter3d417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@winterkeptuswarm Yes and no really. So, the biggest thing about TX is how many Hispanic people live here. So, that means that if they were born in like Mexico then they are like 95% likely that they speak Spanish and 65% English. (This is coming from my home town at least).
      But, the big kicker is that when you are born here (any race) you take Spanish as a kid but no one uses it so we all loose it. It's really only the Hispanic households that use the language enough to keep it. My ex gf was Hispanic and she didn't speak Spanish even though her whole family did.
      It's just so impressive to me to see people in other countries be able to retain multiple languages. Maybe it's like an incentive or just part if the culture? But, for me and I guess "us" it's not really important. I've kinda always thought that it's really just because we are already using the most or one of the most popular languages in the world and on top of that if you are traveling here you most likely can speak english...so none of us care enough to keep another language past taking our classes in school.

    • @lester8403
      @lester8403 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      In generelt all Scandinavian countries are pretty good at speaking and writing English and I think they are all in the top 5 of best non native English speaking countries

    • @kebman
      @kebman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@LiquidTVUK Don't feel bad. Call them dialects. Most Norwegians are proud of their dialects. Be proud of yours too!

  • @zyth6125
    @zyth6125 3 ปีที่แล้ว +638

    The one guy who has donated his rifle to Magnus and does everything perfect with no rifle.. the real MVP

    • @OHOE1
      @OHOE1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      invade norway

    • @tankman1214
      @tankman1214 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I bet they just use finger guns in combat

    • @h0lm1
      @h0lm1 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I thought he had the invisible rifle

    • @ericmyrs
      @ericmyrs ปีที่แล้ว +16

      You need to practice that, because you will drop your rifle eventually.

    • @einkeks445
      @einkeks445 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@h0lm1 new premium skin

  • @brukernavnfettsjit
    @brukernavnfettsjit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3805

    Marinejegerne = Norways "navy seals". Vote this up I think Magnus would be in for the physical challenge of his life!

    • @SuperFunnyTingz
      @SuperFunnyTingz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      he will probably not be allowed

    • @SebHaarfagre
      @SebHaarfagre 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      @@gunnar5489 Yes and no, I just think there's a bigger difference between kids in of the new gen. Our sport talents and "oppegående" (cognizant/fit/etc) teens are as present as ever, if not more. There's just more extremes I think both ways...
      Marinejegerne only recruits those who are good enough, and only people who sign up by own volition will be considered.
      Maybe they just need more people to consider them?

    • @jon-kennethklemmetsmo2877
      @jon-kennethklemmetsmo2877 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Atleast try the MJK selection fitness test. Splitted over two days. let me know if you want to know how they split it

    • @TheMikkelFox
      @TheMikkelFox 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Anything connected to FS would be awesome. Also 330 squadron "Redningsmann" would be cool to see.

    • @nikmer1900
      @nikmer1900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@gunnar5489 they reject candidates that are good enough to join every year because there are not enough spots, so no they have enough recruits

  • @AntonFomenko
    @AntonFomenko 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1855

    Magnus gained next level of trust from government!
    Its impressive that you have access to be there! 😎
    Production quality so amazing! Looks like documentary film!

    • @traumiweber6600
      @traumiweber6600 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      I mean it is a good advertisement, way more honest then something like the Bundeswehr tries to do with their channel

    • @harshkaushik4634
      @harshkaushik4634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      O mg, Anton and magnus together once again, its so good to see!!!

    • @julianflores6708
      @julianflores6708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@harshkaushik4634what you mean "once again"? Anton comments in almost every single magnus video xD

    • @no_idea_is_above_scrutiny
      @no_idea_is_above_scrutiny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You'll get there, your work ethic is every bit as good as Magnus's

    • @livm.6825
      @livm.6825 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      now i'm picturing anton doing crazy hardcore russian army drills. probably something like wrestling a bear in siberia.

  • @soup5344
    @soup5344 3 ปีที่แล้ว +460

    This is the video definition of "He's a little confused, but he's got the spirit."

    • @OHOE1
      @OHOE1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      invade norway

    • @gandalf_thegrey
      @gandalf_thegrey ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@OHOE1 me, a german:
      *dont do it, dont do it, dont do it, dont do it, dont do it*

  • @timetorelaxmusicnature2431
    @timetorelaxmusicnature2431 2 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    I don't know what is more impressive, Magnus effort in trying to get this right or the Norwegian Army allowing him in to try this stuff. So amazing,

  • @rintje6507
    @rintje6507 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1021

    "We're not gonna do a collab with the Norwegian king."
    Aight that needs to happen now.

    • @riftborn1058
      @riftborn1058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Considering his current health i think unnecesary risks are avoided, and sadly a "collab" with a youtuber isnt worth the risk

    • @floijd
      @floijd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      @@riftborn1058 Magnus seemed in pretty good health to me. Also, I didn't know the norwegian king was a youtuber.

    • @riftborn1058
      @riftborn1058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@floijd nice

    • @alphasharp
      @alphasharp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The question is who really is the true Norwegian king - King Magnus or King Harald?

    • @martincrash1
      @martincrash1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What are you talking about? Magnus is THE King!

  • @colep9247
    @colep9247 3 ปีที่แล้ว +753

    “Don’t touch the bayonet like that.”
    “Oop sorry” 🤣🤣

    • @K_eroz
      @K_eroz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @mikin lirou we are actually really antisocial and kind of a depressing country

    • @veitspeer1284
      @veitspeer1284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@K_eroz That wasn't my impression when i was in norway. Even the busdriver stopped and told me that now im here where i want to be. It really doenst seemed so that norwegian are antisocial and depressed.

    • @annaf617
      @annaf617 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@veitspeer1284 I agree I think it’s just more about privacy

  • @josephallen2672
    @josephallen2672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Magnus did amazing. Honestly, there’s always a moment in Drill and Ceremony where the person has reached mental saturation after they have begun to get better at simple things. They stop actively thinking about those simple things and mistakes happen. The muscle memory isn’t there yet, but the mental memorization almost is. That usually takes longer than just a couple hours. You can see this moment in Magnus’s face when he knows he shouldn’t have made a simple mistake. But, then there is always a period of growth directly after that where those simple movements become reinforced and more complex movements become possible for memorization. All in all, excellent job.

    • @josephallen2672
      @josephallen2672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This can be applied to people first learning how to climb as well. Those simple fundamentals of climbing need to be remembered and reinforced before moving on to more complex movements. This concept explains why you see “peaks and valleys” in your training ability. Your brain literally needs time to process what it has learned (usually during sleep).

  • @MrFrexxia
    @MrFrexxia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +728

    For people complaining about the lack of climbing content: Keep in mind that we're in the middle of a pandemic, and that gyms are closed in the region around Oslo (where Magnus is at). I'm sure he'll do more outdoor climbing once it gets slightly warmer.

    • @wrongwayup.
      @wrongwayup. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      I for one think Magnus and his team are natural at making these almost... documentary type videos. I've been enjoying them a lot.

    • @peteandenzo19
      @peteandenzo19 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He can get in to gyms as he's technically working when filming 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @ollep2118
      @ollep2118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It is so much fun that he is trying new stuff!

    • @16m49x3
      @16m49x3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@peteandenzo19
      No Oslo is a fascist state at this point

    • @kendobc
      @kendobc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@16m49x3 Im thinking you don't understand what fascist means.

  • @Zach-ul5fm
    @Zach-ul5fm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +372

    I love how relaxed Andreas looks all the time. Even with his arms crossed he's so chill.

    • @Mike-ko6mf
      @Mike-ko6mf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      You could tell, every time he was on the screen, he was enjoying himself so much haha

    • @Thrusthamster
      @Thrusthamster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      He seems to be a captain (three stars) so he outranks everyone else around, that might help

    • @feonor26
      @feonor26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Thrusthamster Three stars is a captain, yes

    • @andulasis6283
      @andulasis6283 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Thrusthamster thats a low rank tho no? like the 3rd rank you can get. Thats usually quiet a low rank in my countries Military

    • @Thrusthamster
      @Thrusthamster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@andulasis6283 As an officer it's the third rank I believe. But the only captains we had were the company commander, and that guy was the highest ranking guy we were ever in contact with as privates. So compared to everyone else in that hall, he probably outranks all of them

  • @gawge_9609
    @gawge_9609 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    As an ex-British King's Guard, this is super interesting to see. I always felt like the Norwegians do this stuff a lot better than we do. And I think this video confirmed it. Thanks!

    • @KazuDiabolis
      @KazuDiabolis 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It looks like they’d be great performers in color guard or flag-throwing 🤣 I’m failing to see the practical applications of their “showmanship” lmfao. They’re a little silly; I can’t help but chuckle at them. Hard to take them seriously haha

    • @PSvarang
      @PSvarang 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@KazuDiabolis It takes discipline coordination and skills to perform these acts and is very popular amongst the norwegian people to watch. The kings guard is one of the branches in the army with the highest standards when it comes to discipline. Show respect.

    • @KazuDiabolis
      @KazuDiabolis 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PSvarang i respect how funny they look 💀

    • @PSvarang
      @PSvarang 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@KazuDiabolis Dare you to say that to their face

    • @KazuDiabolis
      @KazuDiabolis 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PSvarang i would. if they're really that disciplined, i doubt they'd let any insults get under their skin, so it'd be nice to put it to the test

  • @pluushynor
    @pluushynor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Oh dear, how this brings back memories from 2016-2017. It looks awfully strict, and that's because it is.. However, it's something you grow to love over the one year in that company:
    - Strategies to get rid of wrinkles and stay wrinkle free.
    - Folding a nice wardrobe.
    - Way too much to do in a short amount of time. Most days eating was a rush, and you learned to eat a full dinner in just a few minutes to get back to business (Also, from the point you start to perform for an audience, it can and will be extremely tight schedules.)
    - Late nights practicing outside in temperatures below 0 degrees C.
    - The hardened bump you got on your hip-bone from smacking the M1 with force against it during training and pain-tests between us for fun. Some got bruises that looked like galaxies around that area.
    - The sound of marching and the M1 Garand became quite arousing when it was JUST right. The more everyone put into it, the better it sounds, and it felt powerful. The sound of a good "holdt" (stop) was intense.
    - The overly strict inspections. (Sgt. Gresseth always found a new spot with some traces of dust with every inspection, it's frightening what that man would do to make sure he found something. In a good way, hahah.)
    - And of course: the maintaining of the spit shine that took 20m-1h every night. And the movies and improving of the spit shine during weekends. (If you made a mistake or were a bit careless, you'd have to fix it asap and it would ruin your sleep. You use them even while you train, so it's common to smack the Garand a bit too close to your shoe, as in on your toes.)
    Really been looking forward for some more exposure of that company. I love these bits on TH-cam, but it's a lack of them sadly. It's not really just something you do, it becomes a lifestyle you grow to enjoy and love.

    • @BjarneJSutherland
      @BjarneJSutherland 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      #hoftekam FTW!

    • @wenbinxu1951
      @wenbinxu1951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What is the brand of the boots used by the platoon?

    • @jorgenr
      @jorgenr ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wenbinxu1951 Alfa M/77 Marsjstøvel

    • @feonor26
      @feonor26 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@wenbinxu1951 It's the standard boots of our army, called M77 and it is utter shit 😅 I remember I had a pair for a while and suddenly the bottom would just crumble up in the middle of an exercise. The Drill and Music platoon have to spit shine them tho to the point where you can see your own reflection on them.

  • @lorenzoalmond7522
    @lorenzoalmond7522 3 ปีที่แล้ว +593

    That one guy without a gun was still killin it!

    • @marcogsponer6991
      @marcogsponer6991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      The gun that Magnus had was thegun of this guy.

    • @xXShadowDXx
      @xXShadowDXx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +142

      Just to correct a bit. The man without the gun probably had some minor injures to his hand or wrist caused by the heavy 5-6kg weapon they use. I was in this platoon last year and experienced that myself

    • @Daimaiju
      @Daimaiju 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Ikr it is probably so hard to do all the right movements without the actual weapon in hand. Looked pretty impressive.

    • @aresares262
      @aresares262 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@xXShadowDXx You have probable right.

    • @Azzo-Ash
      @Azzo-Ash 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@xXShadowDXx 😂😂😂👌 spot on as always

  • @nathanolien
    @nathanolien 3 ปีที่แล้ว +492

    It’s amazing to see how much Magnus looks up to these guys, just smiling ear to ear the whole time

    • @TheAtl0001
      @TheAtl0001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Great men are humble and recognize, respect other great men.

    • @DeuPKay
      @DeuPKay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@TheAtl0001 Strong, well-integrated men recognize other strong men and there is a natural brotherhood. Military (especially special units) do a good job weeding out weak, weasely men.

    • @TheAtl0001
      @TheAtl0001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@DeuPKay It is not a question of weeding out, although you have hopeless cases. Yet it is also encouraging, enhancing the greatness that most men do have in them (given for some deeply hidden) and transforming, become a better version of yourself. This not only applies to a military setting but life in general.

    • @DeuPKay
      @DeuPKay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheAtl0001 It absolutely is a question of weeding out those who are not capable and willing... The whole military enrollment process is designed to do that... what are you talking about.

    • @TheAtl0001
      @TheAtl0001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@DeuPKayMy statements apply to life in general (Magnus is not military). FYI I am an ex-commando (Reserve-LT) and I can tell you I have seen quite some transformations. Of course, you start with minimum requirements but basically most can meet those standards. Moreover, you start with the premise of inclusiveness and not exclusiveness. Not everybody is equal (though everybody's WORTH is equal!!) and the most important part, the REAL differentiator is character, mental toughness, fortitude, self-discipline and being a team-player. Given a few exceptions, these qualities can be instilled in people, especially when they are young and still moldable. Selection process is not a purview of the military, it is in all parts of life, and you can train and prepare for it, ie. Change for the better. People are not static, people CAN change.

  • @Themaritimes99
    @Themaritimes99 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Great job Magnus. Having been a member learning drill, then teaching it, then overseeing the teaching of it throughout my career I can say that if all of our candidates picked it up as fast as you we would be lucky!

    • @McMxxCiV
      @McMxxCiV ปีที่แล้ว

      So, honest question here: is this only a matter of ceremony, or do these guys actually have a military role as well?

  • @Sebak222
    @Sebak222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    It takes a lot of courage to jump in with such a professional organization and do your best when you know you are not meeting expectations. I am quite impressed in your behavior through this experience, Magnus.

    • @thanossnap4170
      @thanossnap4170 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No kidding! These guys are in their unit for just a year, usually. And they are frequently the biggest hit in the drill tattoo gatherings. Mad respect to the guys in the HMKG drill platoon. Magnus probably wouldn't pass :P but i think he did good!

  • @Eggph
    @Eggph 3 ปีที่แล้ว +622

    As a gymnast and a former soilder in the drill platoon, I must really say I've been enjoying your videos lately. I must have spent more than a thousand hours going back and forth in that hangar, and I can literally smell this video. Giving me a nostalgia trip like nothing else. I think you did great! Keep up the epic videos!

    • @krykkatorix
      @krykkatorix 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Felt the same seeing the red brick and cube hall. Kp1 1204.

    • @wenbinxu1951
      @wenbinxu1951 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Any memorable stories you want to share?

  • @Gieslly
    @Gieslly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +184

    So glad Magnus is learning how to walk :D

  • @Atlas531
    @Atlas531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Magnus, you really put yourself out there. To be in a hall with so many professionals and not being overwhelmed is as impressive as your pull-up records!

    • @Tobiasm1
      @Tobiasm1 ปีที่แล้ว

      The best part is that none of them are proffesional, all of them except officers are changeed out at ish 9 month intervalls :) edit: to clarify, they are all in "førstegangstjeneste", the mandatory 1 year military service.

  • @exitspree
    @exitspree ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Love Norway! Not only your military, but your entire country oozes professionality, decency, responsibility, intelligence, calmness, strength, trustworthiness and wit. I live in The Netherlands and I see you as our slightly calmer, more calculated brothers. Much love from NL!

    • @marius5723
      @marius5723 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      thanks for the compliments, the Netherlands are very close tho, northern Europe in general is the best place to live in the world.

    • @Delibro
      @Delibro ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@marius5723 As a German, I second that, northern Europe is such a good place to live.

  • @Henoik
    @Henoik ปีที่แล้ว +2

    His Majesty the King's Guard is pretty much the gold standard of the Norwegian Armed Forces when it comes to discipline and respect to the service. I am in Norway's UDT unit, and we're not nearly as disciplined as these guys. There is a reason why they rank top 3 in every Edinburgh military tattoo... I am in awe of these guys

    • @baardarnesen7902
      @baardarnesen7902 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      His Majesty The Kings Guard got best in show this year at Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

  • @anuragandanujclimbing7219
    @anuragandanujclimbing7219 3 ปีที่แล้ว +454

    12:20
    Magnus: I'm prolly gonna make a fool outta myself.
    Seconds later: *makes a fool outta himself*

    • @Tosti3
      @Tosti3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It has been a long time since I laughed so much over a TH-cam video, hahaha

    • @ChessMasterNate
      @ChessMasterNate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was a nice effort. Simply impossible not to stick out.

  • @iwonadacka2015
    @iwonadacka2015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    Norwegians all seem so friendly and kind. Maybe it's just Magnus presence, but everybody is so nice 🙂

    • @DeuPKay
      @DeuPKay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Are you American?

    • @ravener96
      @ravener96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +71

      one thing we hate here is people acting like they are superior to you. most people will speak to you as your peer, so even in the military you can usually have friendly chats across vast gaps in ranks just due to everyone wanting to keep each other comfortable and friendly. obviously when its business time orders go out in one direction, but when it's chilling time we're all just norwegians.

    • @MrTurboTash
      @MrTurboTash 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      It's a trait they all seem to have, Sweden is the same.

    • @Vincent-fv1ch
      @Vincent-fv1ch 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It is because of the camera, duh!

    • @jkoperski9925
      @jkoperski9925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ravener96 Is this linked to janteloven? I read something about it once.

  • @lunaottosen
    @lunaottosen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    LOVING this series, Magnus. It's like a very personalized documentary. Well-produced, good music, good quality all around. It is easy to see the effort you put into the whole thing. Thank you - it's paying off! Your humor and humility also makes a nice contrast to the strictness of the military. It is also so interesting to see these drills! I would love an entire series where you just visit and try out loads of different physical careers or sports. It's really educational and fun!

  • @thomasdawson93
    @thomasdawson93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Have been in the Navy for 10 years, thank you for these videos Magnus has brought back so much nostalgia from my early days as a trainee back at the academy! I haven't done serious drill like these guys in years, but I know how hard it is!
    You looked pretty good for someone with a few hours' practice!! Can't wait to see more :)

  • @sinveb9935
    @sinveb9935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    I was in 4th Company, Platoon 2 in 2018. This guy came to train us before our "SLO"-exam, and my god was he strict. Seems he went easy on you haha.

    • @sebastianbjrnson1199
      @sebastianbjrnson1199 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I feel like I've seen him before on a documentary on TV about the kings guard, but I'm not sure. They are for sure strict tho

    • @pluushynor
      @pluushynor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Sgt. Gresseth seems strict, but he's so pure. He just wants everything to be as good as it can get :) Definitely a guy to look up to! - 3rd Company, Drill platoon 2016-2017.

    • @blarfroer8066
      @blarfroer8066 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Maybe he was told to take it easy on Magnus, to not scare off potential recruits.

    • @sinveb9935
      @sinveb9935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Yeah, tbf, we had been there for 3 months, he had been there for 3 hours 😅

    • @pluushynor
      @pluushynor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@blarfroer8066 Possible, but Sgt. Gresseth seemed pretty normal to me, but of course his expectations is extremely low and nothing is on the line.

  • @almaudo3
    @almaudo3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    This is freaking sick! WE WANT MORE WITH THE MILITARY

  • @brian.7966
    @brian.7966 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    they have my full respect. best regards from the UK.

  • @Onkruidentuintje
    @Onkruidentuintje 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Magnus in climbing videos: superhuman abilities and skill
    Magnus in the army: normal human being
    Honestly these are a lot of fun, unqiue opportunity for us to see and nice to watch you do something that's kinda out of your comfort zone. 20-30 minute videos that I have no problem watching at all:)

  • @epicscoreCS2
    @epicscoreCS2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +205

    the guy doing all the moves without a gun perfectly in the middle ..

    • @MeEraVideo
      @MeEraVideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I honestly did not realize he wasn`t holding a rifle in hand until I read the comments section.

    • @ChessMasterNate
      @ChessMasterNate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Magnus probably had his gun.

    • @k1ckass748
      @k1ckass748 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChessMasterNate fr

  • @gouravthakur8094
    @gouravthakur8094 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I love how there was a calm & relaxing piano playing on the background while they were being absolute badasses, I mean look at them!

    • @OHOE1
      @OHOE1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      invade norway

  • @thomas3602
    @thomas3602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Served in 2013 for HMKG, Gresseth was the strictest sergeant we had. He was incredibly strict with the drill.
    Think you're doing a great job for just one day!

  • @914Rocky
    @914Rocky 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Those guys are way talented. I could watch them drill for hours. Very very impressive.

  • @arnodecabooter8083
    @arnodecabooter8083 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    this is IN-SANE huge respect!
    the soldier without the gun just blew my mind.. 13:44

    • @mamavswild
      @mamavswild 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It looks like Magnus had his gun and he just got on with it.

    • @camf7522
      @camf7522 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rifle please.

    • @feonor26
      @feonor26 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They train for that. Sometimes during shows it happens that one of them drops their gun. Then they will just go on as if nothing has happened and believe it or not most of the audience won't even notice he dropped it.

  • @HrPedrosak
    @HrPedrosak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    "Don´t touch your bayonette like that!" Bad boy, Magnus! 😂

  • @mangochango234
    @mangochango234 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Huge huge amount of respect. From a previous Irish Defence Forces Recruit ❤❤❤

  • @rvail136
    @rvail136 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a US marine, so while the details of the Norwegian drill are different, the overall efficiency much the same. It's great to see allies guard companies drill just as hard as we do. We'll done Norway!

  • @JoeKunsch
    @JoeKunsch 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    As someone from the U.S. Navy, I understand what he is going through. If he wasn't there, and someone was messing up that bad, they would get worked! That being said, the recruits have a lot more time than he does and I was terrible at first. Loved seeing you go through something that takes a different discipline. Thanks Magnus!

  • @mania.v
    @mania.v 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    The synchronized "tsch-tch" sounds they make while handling the weapons are soo soothing

  • @emiliagranqvist4770
    @emiliagranqvist4770 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As a dancer I must say that I am truly impressed with the coordination and the control in movements of thees guys. It's hard work getting it to perfection! Good work for the brain aswell as the body 👌🙌

    • @Delibro
      @Delibro ปีที่แล้ว

      As a former circus artist that's what I thought too.

  • @TheGustavFTW
    @TheGustavFTW 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What you experienced is what recruits go through for their first few weeks in almost all basic training for militaries around the world (learning commands, how to march and perform in cadence, establishing proprioception while performing). Watching people attempt to fix their squaregating (stepping off on the wrong foot, with the wrong arm being swung forward, making an unnatural step) is always funny, but something we all experience :).
    And the unit you are with, they are employed (role wise) to be perfectionists at this, so naturally you are seeing people at their best with the basics/intermediates perfected. Its awesome watching this content because it brings back memories for me and I know the experience would have been interesting for those outside of the forces.
    Hope you enjoyed it, as much as I enjoyed watching it :).

  • @MrDmuncaster
    @MrDmuncaster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Now Magnus knows what new climbers feel like watching him climb!

    • @OHOE1
      @OHOE1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      invade norway

  • @lottelouise4195
    @lottelouise4195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Finally, an activity that is more impressive with a whole hand than one finger on this channel (checking for dust)

  • @achair7598
    @achair7598 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    13:41 doing perfect hand movements without a weapon is astonishing. Guy really got the pattern down.

  • @grimreaper1542
    @grimreaper1542 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    "I mean, you guys should try this - it's harder than it looks."
    "That's the easy part."

  • @aaronhalminen1838
    @aaronhalminen1838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Around a week ago, I got the "24 hours in Norwegian Army" in my recommendations. I loved it and the two after it, very entertaining. Greetings from Finland

  • @hushij2256
    @hushij2256 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    When he started trying to march with them i laughed so hard he looked trying his best but still looked so funny

    • @jaapelseth
      @jaapelseth 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Honestly almost lost it when he walked with us, fun times

  • @JasonWilliams84
    @JasonWilliams84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    By the end I couldn’t help but imagining Gunnery Sergeant Hartman screaming at Magnus every time he messed up... 😆
    In all seriousness though this was a cool step outside your comfort zone and looked super challenging. Nice work as usual Magnus!

  • @user-xs1pz3gg5s
    @user-xs1pz3gg5s 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is actually very cool! The amount of time and commitment to get to this level of discipline is insane. I would be too nervous the entire time to even attempt what Magnus did in this video.

  • @tubesvor
    @tubesvor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    Haha, you kinda look like a toddler walking next to them

    • @tubesvor
      @tubesvor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@bonk4225 ye, but he looks like a toddler that has just learned to walk, and is trying to observe how to do it better.

    • @angienelson4940
      @angienelson4940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Like bambi

  • @WEKUU
    @WEKUU 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I went to army in Finland, this strict style is also present there. Brought back so many memories. Great video as always!

  • @Overlycomplicatedswede
    @Overlycomplicatedswede 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Gresseth seems like the an amazing teacher and also a very chill and nice guy.
    love from your neighbor Sweden

  • @robertstark8527
    @robertstark8527 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Saw these boys at the Edinburgh tattoo they are simply amazing and very smart in their HM Kings Guard uniforms. They are a great credit to Norwegian youth and represent the very best of the Norwegian military.

  • @madhursaigal142
    @madhursaigal142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Norwegian Army looks cool. You're doing a good thing at representing norway. 👍

  • @gaz0463
    @gaz0463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I’m a Brit, ex military and I have a lump in my throat. To serve your country is the ultimate commitment and sacrifice! Love this video.

    • @ctogive
      @ctogive 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I just wonder how this (specifically the drills and parading) really serves the country. No disrespect but one could argue a garbage truck driver serves the country more.

    • @-hypn0s_255
      @-hypn0s_255 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ctogive I think it's mostly just about the old traditions. A few hundred years ago, giving your life to protect the one of the King would mean great honor. But idk, I haven't really interacted with the military although they have my greatest respect for serving their country.
      And yes, garbage truck drivers are severely underpaid for their work

    • @treninjector2245
      @treninjector2245 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ctogive they serve no defensive purpose, they serve a purpose to show of the armed forces as a professional and prestigious force. But yes, the things they do here do not give them anything in terms of competence in combat and actually defending the country.

    • @fynnla.e
      @fynnla.e 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@treninjector2245 Teaches discipline, an undisciplined military turns to a complacent, lazy and unskilled military.

    • @treninjector2245
      @treninjector2245 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fynnla.e literally no, the most able fighters in the military have very little dicipline, they don't care if they behave correctly or if their room is tidy and neat, what matters is how good you are in the field, how good you are with your firearm and how well you can work with others in such situations.

  • @marcwagner5898
    @marcwagner5898 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    sooo cool well done to them for sharing this with the world! respect to you who played along such a huge role and a true job for those boys!

  • @YOU2pressDELETE
    @YOU2pressDELETE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Honestly, it's such an inspiration how wholesome Magnus is.

  • @mehmatrix
    @mehmatrix 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I recently found this channel with the previous military pull-up video... I like the humble attitude that you guys have in general even though you have godly skills and physic.. Thanks for the content. Keep it up :)))

  • @aidjunkie5335
    @aidjunkie5335 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done Magnus, you did great. I visited a friend in the Kings Guard in Oslo. An excellent team who represent a fantastic country and dedicated, well trained and disciplined armed forces.

  • @annsolorzano6817
    @annsolorzano6817 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a Scandinavian, this was fun to see. Tack. Kiitos. Thank you.

  • @tonycrispin
    @tonycrispin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Jeeeze that synchronization is seriously impressive! So cool that they let you in there to film all of this, thanks for sharing with us!

    • @OHOE1
      @OHOE1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      invade norway

  • @omariscovoador7486
    @omariscovoador7486 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I had one year of military service, and i remember how hard it was to coordinate every movement with 100 men, just seeing these guys sincronism is so satisfying 😂 They are pros!

    • @fuglstad_explores
      @fuglstad_explores 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They're actually recruits and have less than a years training. Which makes it even more impressive.

    • @jaapelseth
      @jaapelseth 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      At this point we had been training for about 4 months straight

  • @Zhaineification
    @Zhaineification 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Might be a little late to the party but full credit to Magnus. He took it seriously and gave it his all.

  • @muzzaball
    @muzzaball ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Holy shit that looked difficult. So many small steps going together to form a seamless routine. Well done Magnus to even give it a go. Cheers mate.

  • @donovan4881
    @donovan4881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Dayum, at this point Magnus is just a national treasure, the army just likes to have him around.

  • @aleksa1696
    @aleksa1696 3 ปีที่แล้ว +211

    "not a lot of people get to see this"
    ME:i am special

    • @athanalon3234
      @athanalon3234 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      9 months to long spent in that prison :p

  • @squarecircle1473
    @squarecircle1473 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I completely forgot i was watching a TH-cam channel. This is a proper documentary. Great work, Magnus Midtbø. Really love this military series! Greeting from the Netherlands :)

  • @Bespelled22
    @Bespelled22 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This really takes me back to my High School days in JROTC doing drill competitions. I live in the USA so it’s very interesting to see the minor difference in the movements but overall it’s very similar. It’s been 35 years but I can still remember every movement.

    • @michaellastname4922
      @michaellastname4922 ปีที่แล้ว

      Even worse ... or better? ... I think I could still feld strip and clean an M-1, some 60 years later. Plus I learned to read and work with maps, so not bad for JROTC at PHS.

  • @DamnDstryr
    @DamnDstryr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    And again, it reminds me of Monty Python... but this time the military sketch :D "MARCHING UP AND DOWN THE SQUARE AIN'T ENOUGH GOOD FOR YA?!" :D It was such a good collaboration, lots of respect for norwegian military and for you Magnus, for trying it! :)

    • @stefanmaddock5516
      @stefanmaddock5516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've got a book I'd like to finish reading...

  • @tacticalveterinarian
    @tacticalveterinarian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "I'll just focus on not stabbing anyone else" LOL Excellent job Magnus! Considering you only trained for a few hours, You're a natural! Loving these collaborations

  • @Korkinator17
    @Korkinator17 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    What actually impresses me the most is that everyone speaks English properly. Where I come from, it seems most of the guys in the army did not have a proper school education.

    • @hotshot17225
      @hotshot17225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same in my country. I'm not sure if our average soldier would be able to show Norway on a map.

    • @atariks1475
      @atariks1475 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The background of this: In Norway or scandinavia in general it isn't a thing to translate every movie. So everyone learns English every day from their first days on. Somebody told me everyone under the age of 50 to 60 is able to speak English more or less fluent.

    • @themadhatter3d417
      @themadhatter3d417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@atariks1475 Wow that is pretty incredible. I am from TX, USA and a second language will be taught in school, however, there is absolutely zero incentive to use the second language outside of class. So, all of us forget the language. For me I learned French, but like I said there is no incentive for me to use it. So, it is mostly gone.

    • @minirille3031
      @minirille3031 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@themadhatter3d417 you also learn a third language like French German or Spanish in school

    • @NicR94
      @NicR94 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Had a chance to meet and trade items with these guys when they were staying in the barracks next door in Quantico, Virginia. Gresseth was there too. He was a cool guy to chat with

  • @yack7403
    @yack7403 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    its insane how well trained these dudes are with their drills, its like they float across the floor

    • @Jonas_æ
      @Jonas_æ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All you got to do is roll your feet, make each step as long as the last (85cm to be exact), keep your back straight, chest out, shoulders back, and probably the most corrected posture for new drill guards: KEEP YOUR DAMN CHIN UP.
      So you know, just a couple things to keep in mind to be able to walk 😂

    • @yack7403
      @yack7403 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Jonas_æ Just a couple 😂

  • @ryanedgar9967
    @ryanedgar9967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Literally never rockclimbed in my life but I've been sat here the past 3 days just watching all your vids, keep it up bro

  • @gekquad116
    @gekquad116 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I love the star spangled banner playing in the background at the start. How you know Magnus did his research into how to make Americans feel patriotic. 🤣

    • @limegreenmamba5218
      @limegreenmamba5218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      America the Beautiful, not the national anthem.

  • @sebatr0509
    @sebatr0509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Having served in the Kings Guard myself, Magnus did really well considering this was his first time ever doing military drill. Managing to adapt to the pace pretty well in such a short time was impressive. A nice trip through memory lane for me

  • @glacialblueberry
    @glacialblueberry 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Above your aptitude of picking up skills and techniques easily, this video shows that you're not afraid to be vulnerable, humble and to sometimes feel like a beginner again. And that's what differentiates these videos from so many posers out there. Really enjoy this content!

  • @swgz600
    @swgz600 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    That was intense, the organization is outstanding

  • @sjimmie007
    @sjimmie007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is so awesome. These are the things combined I really enjoy. Climbing, the army and drill platoons. I saw HMKG live ones and I was a fan immediately. It's really great to see this collaboration and a small peek in the daily live of these dedicated soldiers. Thank you very much Magnus!!!

  • @ibiskiils
    @ibiskiils 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For some days ago (17th of May) They got to show their skills again after A year of just training, training and Even more training!❤️Loved that You tryied this🇳🇴

    • @ibiskiils
      @ibiskiils 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just to say facts

  • @ToddWBucy-lf8yz
    @ToddWBucy-lf8yz ปีที่แล้ว +3

    In the US Army basic training we did Drill and Ceremony (D&C). For me personally the best part of the whole experience was the D&C competition at the end of training between the different platoons. The sense of comunitas was extraordinary, it wasn't until then that felt like a true soldier. The only time I ever got to do D&C again was for funeral duty, which we treated with great reverence and took great pride in. It was a great honor for me personally to participate in sending our Soldier to their final resting place and in brining some small measure of peace to the family that was left behind.

  • @r.schumacher
    @r.schumacher 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have so much respect for their commitment.
    Imagine doing this outside in summertime for weeks...

    • @feonor26
      @feonor26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      To join the drill team is an adventure. They get to perform and represent the Norwegian army many places both domestic and abroad.

    • @Jonas_æ
      @Jonas_æ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@feonor26 Got to visit Halifax, Canada during my time there. We went to perform at the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo.
      Would love to visit Canada again sometime, as a civilian this time around.

  • @slowfoods6018
    @slowfoods6018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Dude, this series is siiiiiiiiick!

  • @RobespierreThePoof
    @RobespierreThePoof ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Magnus. Not only are you insanely handsome but you always manage to surround yourself with all these hunky men.
    I swear you are just trying to make us jealous.

  • @Klokkeklar
    @Klokkeklar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The guy without a gun is a kung fu master or a pacifist who vowed to never kill or carry a gun. True story.

  • @petervanloose4023
    @petervanloose4023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Now al! MAGNUS MIDTBO!!

  • @sebastianpog
    @sebastianpog 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I recognize the sergeant from a another youtube video called "Recruit's Trial: Drill platoon 2016".
    Very insightful and definitely worth a watch.

  • @larrychandler607
    @larrychandler607 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Honestly those Gents do a fine job at Drill. As a Marine there is a familiar feeling when doing Port arms and Carry Arms with the clicks and pops sounding so beautifully that it just makes doing it so pleasing. Anyone seeing this and wanting to do it , I shall implore you to but when learning. Learn it as you wood an instrument , for that is what they are Instruments of destruction ready to die but never will.

  • @KimAndrewsbykimbo
    @KimAndrewsbykimbo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    By the end I was shouting "other way up, wrong hand, facing in..." I so wanted you to get it right. That looked totally impossible, well done. Great fun.

  • @qcheg
    @qcheg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Been watching your videos for 2 hours, and just as I have to leave this gets uploaded

  • @balkamp8888
    @balkamp8888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was pretty damn good for only a few hours! Kudos to them for teaching you and letting you practice with them, it's really amazing to watch them in action

  • @KaptajnKaffe
    @KaptajnKaffe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    drill was not only used to get an army to do what you wanted, but it was also used for absolute terrifying display of power!

  • @federicotarroni2335
    @federicotarroni2335 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Magnus you seem to pick up the concepts with ease, damn... good job

  • @darrenmarrs6698
    @darrenmarrs6698 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Yes!!!! Finally early! Magnus, you're channel is amazing. You should honestly project perfecto mundo! You have crazy pinching strength, and single finger strength, both of which are required to get through the crux mono pocket to pinch move. You're a champion, you've definitely got that ability in you! Keep crushing it, and go easy on the chalk

  • @connor19873
    @connor19873 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Not bad going for just a few hours of training 😅
    These army videos have been fantastic! Thank you ❤️

  • @milhane7448
    @milhane7448 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I m not even Norwegian but I found the video so interesting. I have learned so many things!

  • @iiiaiiin
    @iiiaiiin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super soldier Midtbø. Leader of the climbing unit

  • @andrechavez7619
    @andrechavez7619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Magnus, you're freaking awesome 👌