that man is Leyland Braun. he was my senior drill instructor. 5ft2 of pure intimidation. this man is a staff sergeant now and he has played such a big part of my life. I graduated bootcamp on 8/8/14. fairly recently. this man trained me to work for everything I aspire to be. he made me want to be better than just good enough. the world has its standards, but this man trained me to go above and beyond the standard. to be the best marine I can be. I will try my best to model my life after this man. he has truly changed my life. If I never see you again SSGT I want you to know that you are my role model. like my father, you are my hero. I will do my best. and I will break myself off to be the best. because I know that that is better than any thankyou I could give you.
A great tribute - I can tell you love and respect SSGT Braun (what a name, right?!). His character has already been passed-on in you in your pursuit of excellence. It is that kind of pursuit that will keep this country going - no talk, just do! Keep it up, Mr. Conte - we're rooting for you!
Marc Conte Two degrees from Rutgers University, a job that pays over 120k , 23 years in the military E1 to E7 then a Direct commission and now a Captain. Straight Ds and one F my senior year in high school was even arrested a week before I left for PI. Besides what will be the birth of my son this coming September, SEP 25, 1992 stands as the proudest moment in my life. I still remember all three of my DIs I know there names and where they were from. I feel the same way about them Marc, they had a very positive influence on me. When ever I am at a low point I can still hear their voices saying ' Don't give Up' My wife 's is an MD and she has told me she knows when the Marine comes out. I am in the Army reserve but I will remain a Marine for life. Semper Fi!!
This is the American Dream right here. Coming from hopeless, destitute conditions in Central America to serving in the United States Marine Corps. This man is a great American.
Walter White a fair amount of excellent Marines I met were in fact from 3rd world countries or very poor areas of the world. Really inspired me to care more about what I've got.
@@NWSCS I concur. It's almost like they dont take it for granted here coming from the majority of the world where you have 1/50th the freedoms of this nation
Remember watching this video before I left for boot camp and he ended up being my Senior DI talk about a coincidence one of the most influential persons I have ever met Plt 2025
the corp isn't getting soft, they understand that there is a time and a place for everything and when its time to inspire....you can be damn sure that they'll inspire you to overcome anything from a personal problem to even a god damn mountain. Semper Fidelis
Marines aren't rifle qualifying with iron sights like we did... If the ACOG fails and you have to pull that briefcase handle out, better figure it out quick. SF
Too many people think that 100% yelling and screaming and being a hardass is the best way. Sometimes, it's a quiet voice that imparts compassion that gets through. Nothing is ever 100% this way or that way. Adapt and overcome like this SSGT does.
Facts, i am from a land, a group of people, a group of ethnicity that is to not much of value. However, by the grace of God i was looked upon and brought to this country(long story short) but God granted me his grace and helped me fly on his wings of mercy and today i am able to be in the US Army. I don't take that for granted the processed it took me to be in the Army, now that i am, i am thankful and appreciate that. I'm not necessarily respected but ain't nobody care about that. Most importantly God's eyes are on me and I will do great things by his grace and serve the United States and whomever are placed in my path.
he was my drill instructor sep 9th through december 6th. Best man I've ever met and someone I will take everything he said to me and use it in my life. Never had respect for anyone like I do for Staff Sergeant Braun.
He was my senior drill instructor Ssgt Braun January 13- April 11, 2014 plt 2025 golf co 2nd bn. He is now the follow series chief drill instructor for golf company.
Good luck to you. I am Salvadoran myself...joined the Corps in 2009. It open up a world of opportunities for me and I took them all. I am the man I am today because of my decision.
+William Hernandez not to be disrespectful put I am afraid to join cause of have PTSD cause I want to be an pro actor and don't want that to affect my acting caree
+Miles miller Cristopher Lie (since you want to become an actor, I think you know who he is...) was a soldier during WWI and WWII he didn't fought in the frontline, but London was bombed multiple times in front of his eyes. Also most people don't get PTSD, there is a risk, but most people don't get it. And there are other ways to serve your country, you don't have to be a front line soldier (I don't know about the Marines since I am not American but I am sure in the US armed forces there are communication officers, cookers and so on...) Also if you want to serve your country you don't have to join USMC or the any other branch of the armed forces, There are probably a lot of ways to serve your Country :)
We need more people like this DI. Kids these days have no self disciplined, respect and are spoiled. They don't need sympathy they need to learn reality.
i agree with u , that some kids are spoiled and that they will never grow up until they almost fail completely , i am a 14 year old boy who one day will become a united states air force fighter pilot , yes i am spoiled and disrespectful at times but something im not is lazy , expect it done for me , or undisciplined understand that not all kids are like that and like me w are willing to work to accomplish dreams , we might be a little unconventional but does it matter if it achieves the same result
I agree as well, I'm 14 and I'm respectful and disciplined but could definitely become more respectful/ disciplined. And I recently joined Sea Cadets and I'm going to bootcamp Saturday (it's Monday night) and So this program will help me and my peers gain more respect/ discipline.
tyler durden that happens to at least 50% of instructors.. i joined the air force but my instructor yelled so much the first day, his voice was cracking the 2nd day so he had to swap out lol
I'm a teacher and what this guy represents is what is missing in our children's home and school... we give so many excuses for everyone's behavior but never hold them accountable... he was direct and stern but offered love... And who in the hell dislikes this video??? I'm inspired by this young man
Forget spending $ on the NBA, NFL & MLB we should be paying these guys $$$. A true idol for children & adults. Stop looking up to athletes that play catch for a living! Real patriots like this soldier should be speaking on TED talks.
Even though I am 13 years old, this guy has my respect. He inspires me. That's the reason, that when I got out there, I feel motivated and I feel good.
Wow!I never had a speech like that from my Drill Sergeants when i went through Ft.Benning Ga.For this Marine DI i thank him for giving such a speech of motivation for those new recruits.I love it when he said things are hard but you have to earn it not given to you.
Very motivational I have gratitude towards everything in my life we do have it good in America I just have to push through still listen to this video in 2022 bless!!!
Ooh Rah SSGT, wasn't in his platoon but he was a heavy on a deck above mine, plt 2069 2nd BN Golf Co. I believe, I was 2068, graduated boot camp august 30th 2013, this man is an inspiration
More people need to hear his story. Guys like this makes men and women better, and we need our children to hear this. My NJROTC Asst Instructor was one of these men, he made men out of men and showed women what they can do to be better then men. He was the "father" figure so many seek, even those who had strong fathers in their lives. Even after 25-30+ years, his students still looked up to him, and most said he was the foundation of their success.
That is what TRUE dedication and hard work can do for you. OUT-FUCKING-STANDING MARINE. I'm so damn Proud of you. I went to UNC, graduated, but that was a waste of my time compared to what the Marine Corps did for my life. Hopefully those young kids will listen and you have made a HUGE impact on their life. Semper Fi Marine!
How anyone could watch this and not feel inspired it is beyond me. The peeps that dislike this must have their heart set on receiving handouts and probably have hate rhetoric spinning in their brain constantly. God Bless you Marine!
Months of working with this man and never really need his story, but I count it an honor because many days when he didn't feel like it. I had a hand in reminding him what we live for.
I know that's right hard work and perseverance is what I was Taught while I was living with my grand father who was Marine core down to the bone man saved my life with his teachings. today would have been his 98th birthday R.I.P Arthur LaValee.
Incredible story and a heart warming story of what America can offer ppl. Notice he came to America legally, he integrated in, and he worked for what he got. These are the kind of immigrants America needs, not ppl jumping the border, demanding their hand outs, and demanding America fit into their culture.
salg i believe you are saying its not about that, however, that too would be the antithesis of what means to be apart of this nation, as this nation has something that allows people to say that, called the bill of rights, and according to it, we have the right to say that, we [citizens] dont have the right to forcefully get them off of our country but we can say it however we want
I was his first cycle of recruits and this guy was an absolute menace. I hated him for 13 weeks but after that I have nothing but respect for him. PLT 2002 Oct 2012-Jan 2013
Weird how that turns right? For weeks you wished a piano would fall on these guys. Then literally overnight it switches. You start to understand these are some of the hardest working and incredible people not just in the Marines, but in the country. Inspirational. Theres nobody like them, and their sacrafice is just .....theres a reason the country and world respects the Marines. Guys like this are the gatekeepers. Most dont understand the weight of that during recruit training. I remember after pickup, that black friday chaos. As I passed out I thought this is a show. They couldn't keep this up for 3 months. Boy was I wrong. In 3 months and some change I only saw 2 fleeting glimpses of them turning away to smile. Even after getting our ega...it never stopped. The insults and disparaging remarks dropped a bit. But theyd go you just earned yourself a seat at the table. Now you need to earn a reason for you being there. I really just love those guys. They never let off and did a hey were all Marines, were buddies now. For every difficult and miserable thing we did, it became more and more clear that these guys wanted us to succeed.
SSgt Braun works with my Husband in 2nd BN Golf Co. I am so proud of all of the DIs. They work hard and do things like this. They give up so much of their time to train young men into US Marines! I am willing to give up time with my hubs so he can train these men and to see them walk across that parade deck on grad day with their heads held high. So happy to be apart of this life! I know his wife and children are so proud of him as well! Good Job Braun!! :)
This is very touching and makes you want to cry. this is a real immigrant who supports his country by serving in the military. He has correct beliefs and logical sense, unlike the libtards that want to destroy this country, he would like to defend it.
I love how you can take away him saying "ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country". He probably never heard JFK said that but in his mind he has that view on life. A true American.
This is one of the ways professional Drill Sergeants/Instructors inspire and motivate their troops. Most boots know Basic/Boot is not going to be easy. They NEED to know they will EARN every bit of what they get and absolutely nothing will be given to them. As it is in the Corps, so it is in life
we come from the same place SSGT. Braun, i also from Belize Central America, i speak creole, spanish and now english. i also came to the USA when i was 13...i went ahead and join the army here in Los Angeles CA. Best decision i ever made. i also earned everything that i have, Hard work does pay off!!! HooaHHH!!!!
He was my DI. He struggled at first when it came to being able to march us but he learned and did an outstanding fucking job. He taught me so well January 2012
He was SGT Braun when he was my SOI instructor and he was such a motivator and worked with us after hours and kicked knowledge but i wish i could thank him !!
im going to need you to go ahead and have this play on a loop on every tv screen, monitor and movie screen for about the next 5 years and i think that will about fix every damn problem this country has for the next 100.
SSgt Braun!! You were platoon 2033 drill instructor I was in platoon 2036 but you would have an impression on all of 2nd battalion golf company back in 2012 or 13 forget now but great speech, hell of a man! 🇺🇸
We need more people like staff Sergeant Braun in our world. Especially in our underserved communities in this country. I to serve my country in the U.S. Army once upon a time and I’m a veteran and I am proud. It is very important for young people to have someone to aspire and look up to. This drill sergeant is the true example of what a real hero is. God bless you drill sergeant Brain.
I had the privilege of being a recruit under ssgt braun and I must say I am a better man for that! To all those who are leaving insulting comments and saying negative things about him, you are not even a tenth of a man that he is. I may only be a junior marine at this point in my career but I owe so much to the lessons I've learned from this man. I hope to have the chance to one day show him the marine I've become and all I hope is that he is proud of the man/marine that I am growing into. Oohrah ssgt braun!
this is something that my grandpa and my dad would always tell me and I was never in the military but I've learn to appreciate the little things that I have for me kidd growing up survived phnemonia more than several times in my life 23 nearly had the big c thank God that I'm OK anyway my grandpa was very peaceful and very humble I surly learned alot from him
@@Nick-qt2zn haha, it has been four years lol. Well, I was only given two weeks to study so I went from a 40 to 60 on the ASVAB. Joined as a heavy equipment operator and was stationed in Japan for two years and the last in California. Decided the Marines were not for me and got out. Overall, it was a fun experience
That was fucking beautiful, it's funny Cuz it reminds me of a speech we got from Senior Drill Instructor SSgt Donnovan after we got our EGA...The best moment in my life, earning that Man's respect was the greatest feeling anyone can experience, Parris Island Charlie Company platoon 1017 March 14th 2008...Semper Fi
I love this man. When people talk about how incredible Marine DI's are, this is a great example. Put yourself into a kid on that bus pulling into bootcamp. How the fck are you not just amped listening to him. He is a walking personification of what the Marines produce with their people. And your pulling up and given the chance to become that person. Theres not a stronger culture within any organization on the planet then the Marines.
The dislikes are the people that have been brought up by their parents to believe that life and happiness are owed to them thanks to our present Gov't officials and education. They are poor little people that have no idea what actual hard work is. I was not a Marine but in the USN. And I will tell you we need more people like this young man to teach out children today. God bless him!
This was my DI in boot camp. He gave many similar speeches while i went through boot, some motivational some not. In the end i totally respect him because of all the stuff he tough me through my 3 months of hell with him, not just knowledge, but mental toughness and learning from his example. If you get him as a DI you will learn to hate him and admire him at the same time. Believe it or not just seeing him in this video makes me miss boot camp and maybe one day you will understand.
This is great. When I went to boot camp there was nothing like this, just getting told I was disgusting shit and that I'd never make it, over and over. Five years later, I'm a Sergeant, and I'm getting out of the Corps tomorrow. Funny how things change.
I remember getting out of the Air Force about 6 years and 9 months ago. It was a bittersweet breath of air when I drove out of those gates for the last time, held out a peace sign out my window to my gate guards and zoomed off. Things were harder on the outside for me, but I think I've managed relatively well as of recent. Part of me sort of regrets leaving my military opportunity, being able to hit E-5 in 5 years. Perhaps I coulda done more. As you say, it's funny how things do indeed change. Saw your comment, and just wanted to pop in on a random stranger to say, I hope things have been well over these past ten years since you've made this comment, and I'm sure you've accomplished a lot. I hope you're still accomplishing much more. Godspeed.
This man hit on many great points and any branch of service is a great place place to start, Had it not been for the US Army and the men and women I served with who were brothers, Sisters and role model's I would not have made it in life. It put me on the right track and I stayed there the rest of my life.
SSGT Braun is one of my All time Favorite Marines. Ive known him for years. He has always been an inspiration to me and i wanted to be the type of Marine that he is. 1/9
I'm going through a lot of self confidence issues right now and this inspired me to keep pushing to be happy of who I am and to accomplish my dreams. I hope everyone else can achieve their goals too.
There are some that don't. While the strife they carry may not be similar to yours or even our elders, it is hard for them. For us, the youth of a soft generation that quits on everything. All I've known is abuse from both my father and my mother. I am the only person in my family that has even graduated high school. Despite that, and the constant discouragement that even some teachers had given me, I still enlisted in the U.S. Army as an 88M - Motor Transport Operator. And when I didn't re-up, I crawled right back to the same shit I started from. And right now, I'm in the enlistment process. I would agree, though. Most people don't really know how easy they have it.
I know there exceptions to what I said. I work in a jail where drug using mothers come in. to the child is doomed from the start unless the mother makes some big changes. im talking about the majority.
If you want it bad enough, and if you work hard enough, you truly can achieve anything. Or at the very least, pave the way for others for them to succeed.
I listen to this at least twice a week. Why? Because I'm in the process of joining the military (not USMC), and whenever some shit comes up and I feel like I won't make it, this motivates the hell out of me.
I can relate to this. Didn't have as hard as a childhood, but my parents were divorced and we grew up poor. I had dreams though, so worked hard in school to get a good scholarship. Did a few years before also losing ambition, joined the Army, came back with strong values, work ethic, and renewed dreams.
felt weak and negative . Kind of feeling ok now after watching it . thanks for uploading and mad respect to the person who gave the short speech. God bless us all
Oorah devil!!!! This is the land of opportunity for many people including my dad....it takes work and dedication. God bless the USA and stay motto Marines....Oorah !!!!!
I was a cadet in MMA and my DI showed my platoon this video. This speech although simple helped me through tough times And now I'm an enlisted recruit waiting to go to boot. My goal of joining is now achieved I must earn my title of marine.
Im 60 my middle school years were spent on Parris Island as the daughter of a DI..I never understood why his boots looked so afraid of him when I would spy him walking them..he was/is the sweetest guy on earth...I married a Soldier, and we raised a Soldier and Marine...it was really weird going back to the island in 2000 to watch my son graduate...
Piece of advice... just remember it's all a mind game and bust your ass. If you haven't already started.... start your PT (physical training) now. It'll only help you in basic. And don't smile.
Holy shit this is one of my drill instructor back on the island he don't talk a lot he even tell u where he born on the crucible he never told me not even at the warriors breakfast. He is a great man SSgt Braun. O311 he is a great man. You guys are lucky he spoke to you. Semper fi
Proud of each and every single one of you there now and who has ever been threw military training no matter the branch of service. We all are there for each other and knowing that if we do fail there will always be someone pushing you to be the best... USA MILITARY MEN AND WOMEN DON'T LET ONE ANOTHER FAIL... KEEP GOING Y'ALL XOXO, ⚓🇺🇸⚓USA NAVY BABY FROM UTAH⚓🇺🇸⚓
solid. I found my d.i.'s were real down-to-earth, after I got out of basic training and did my stint on the same base. shout to ssg perez and huggins, 2/39th..
that man is Leyland Braun. he was my senior drill instructor. 5ft2 of pure intimidation. this man is a staff sergeant now and he has played such a big part of my life. I graduated bootcamp on 8/8/14. fairly recently. this man trained me to work for everything I aspire to be. he made me want to be better than just good enough. the world has its standards, but this man trained me to go above and beyond the standard. to be the best marine I can be. I will try my best to model my life after this man. he has truly changed my life. If I never see you again SSGT I want you to know that you are my role model. like my father, you are my hero. I will do my best. and I will break myself off to be the best. because I know that that is better than any thankyou I could give you.
A great tribute - I can tell you love and respect SSGT Braun (what a name, right?!). His character has already been passed-on in you in your pursuit of excellence. It is that kind of pursuit that will keep this country going - no talk, just do!
Keep it up, Mr. Conte - we're rooting for you!
Tyler Rickert its called respect Mr. Rickert.
Tyler Rickert A dirty nasty civilian should know best.
62 lol. RAHHH even though im PLATOON, 2061. ayee
Marc Conte Two degrees from Rutgers University, a job that pays over 120k , 23 years in the military E1 to E7 then a Direct commission and now a Captain. Straight Ds and one F my senior year in high school was even arrested a week before I left for PI. Besides what will be the birth of my son this coming September, SEP 25, 1992 stands as the proudest moment in my life. I still remember all three of my DIs I know there names and where they were from. I feel the same way about them Marc, they had a very positive influence on me. When ever I am at a low point I can still hear their voices saying ' Don't give Up' My wife 's is an MD and she has told me she knows when the Marine comes out. I am in the Army reserve but I will remain a Marine for life. Semper Fi!!
This is the American Dream right here. Coming from hopeless, destitute conditions in Central America to serving in the United States Marine Corps. This man is a great American.
+doyouWantsomeweed I want some weed.
I find it fascinating how that the greatest Americans are often people who were not born in America.
Walter White a fair amount of excellent Marines I met were in fact from 3rd world countries or very poor areas of the world. Really inspired me to care more about what I've got.
@@NWSCS I concur. It's almost like they dont take it for granted here coming from the majority of the world where you have 1/50th the freedoms of this nation
Rah
Remember watching this video before I left for boot camp and he ended up being my Senior DI talk about a coincidence one of the most influential persons I have ever met Plt 2025
Dang lucky East Coast
the corp isn't getting soft, they understand that there is a time and a place for everything and when its time to inspire....you can be damn sure that they'll inspire you to overcome anything from a personal problem to even a god damn mountain.
Semper Fidelis
yea
Marines aren't rifle qualifying with iron sights like we did... If the ACOG fails and you have to pull that briefcase handle out, better figure it out quick.
SF
Agreed. Beating someone down isn’t the mark of a leader. It’s the mark of a thug.
Too many people think that 100% yelling and screaming and being a hardass is the best way.
Sometimes, it's a quiet voice that imparts compassion that gets through.
Nothing is ever 100% this way or that way. Adapt and overcome like this SSGT does.
Good speech, but respectfully God Last name is not Damn.
God, Country, Corp!!
Simper fi.
This is a man of valor, of integrity and quality. I am not worthy to stand in his shadow.
Don Strevel yes u are why Not?
Hell yeah!!!!!
This guy is 100% pure, Grade A, BADASS.
This is why I love this country you actually have opportunity but people these days dont seem to see this oppurtunity.
Jay R bs
Jay R its comfortzone
I did, 🇺🇸🇺🇸
You hit it right on-they don’t see it.
Facts, i am from a land, a group of people, a group of ethnicity that is to not much of value. However, by the grace of God i was looked upon and brought to this country(long story short) but God granted me his grace and helped me fly on his wings of mercy and today i am able to be in the US Army. I don't take that for granted the processed it took me to be in the Army, now that i am, i am thankful and appreciate that. I'm not necessarily respected but ain't nobody care about that. Most importantly God's eyes are on me and I will do great things by his grace and serve the United States and whomever are placed in my path.
As soon as his cover was put on "OKAY SIT UP STRAIGHT AND LOOK AT ME RIGHT NOW."
Broseidon aye aye sir
I was thinking that same thing.
WHEN I TELL YOU AND ONLY WHEN I TELL YOU YOU ARE TO GRAB WHATEVER YOU TOOK WITH YOU AND GET OFF MY BUS DO YOU UNDERSTAND
Prison Mike YES SIR!
he was my drill instructor sep 9th through december 6th. Best man I've ever met and someone I will take everything he said to me and use it in my life. Never had respect for anyone like I do for Staff Sergeant Braun.
Platoon 2098, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Batallion. December 6, 2013.
Feliciano My boy. RAHHHHHHHHHHHHH
He was my senior drill instructor Ssgt Braun January 13- April 11, 2014 plt 2025 golf co 2nd bn. He is now the follow series chief drill instructor for golf company.
Chief Drill Instructor? Damn, he was our heavy.. In Sep 09 to Dec 06, 2013 King Leonidas
I'm a Salvadoran with a chance to join the USMC and this video helped me so bad to take that decision.
Good luck to you. I am Salvadoran myself...joined the Corps in 2009. It open up a world of opportunities for me and I took them all. I am the man I am today because of my decision.
+William Hernandez not to be disrespectful put I am afraid to join cause of have PTSD cause I want to be an pro actor and don't want that to affect my acting caree
+Miles miller Cristopher Lie (since you want to become an actor, I think you know who he is...) was a soldier during WWI and WWII he didn't fought in the frontline, but London was bombed multiple times in front of his eyes. Also most people don't get PTSD, there is a risk, but most people don't get it. And there are other ways to serve your country, you don't have to be a front line soldier (I don't know about the Marines since I am not American but I am sure in the US armed forces there are communication officers, cookers and so on...) Also if you want to serve your country you don't have to join USMC or the any other branch of the armed forces, There are probably a lot of ways to serve your Country :)
What?
Michael White thanks
We need more people like this DI. Kids these days have no self disciplined, respect and are spoiled. They don't need sympathy they need to learn reality.
i agree with u , that some kids are spoiled and that they will never grow up until they almost fail completely , i am a 14 year old boy who one day will become a united states air force fighter pilot , yes i am spoiled and disrespectful at times but something im not is lazy , expect it done for me , or undisciplined understand that not all kids are like that and like me w are willing to work to accomplish dreams , we might be a little unconventional but does it matter if it achieves the same result
Nezieryiah Rose Semper fi. it is good seeing young people wanting to do what i do wanting to be a United States Marine.
Nezieryiah Rose just do it.. I am I Proud MARINE and I wouldn't change it for the whole.
I agree as well, I'm 14 and I'm respectful and disciplined but could definitely become more respectful/ disciplined. And I recently joined Sea Cadets and I'm going to bootcamp Saturday (it's Monday night) and So this program will help me and my peers gain more respect/ discipline.
Preparing young people for the real world is one of the most authentic forms of sympathy in existence.
poor guy lost his voice to teach and motivate others
tyler durden that happens to at least 50% of instructors.. i joined the air force but my instructor yelled so much the first day, his voice was cracking the 2nd day so he had to swap out lol
No one believes you^
Chacho Ramirez that's cool
The DI iconic voice
It's the standard issue Marine Corps DI voice
the fact that I had the honor of having this man as a drill instructor makes me happy plt 2098 drill instructor SSgt Braun Sep-Dec 2013
OOh Fucking Rah Einzelgänger Teufel Hunden
Drill instructor Staff Sergeant Braun, you are the man
I'm a teacher and what this guy represents is what is missing in our children's home and school... we give so many excuses for everyone's behavior but never hold them accountable... he was direct and stern but offered love... And who in the hell dislikes this video??? I'm inspired by this young man
Keep teaching. You have a very important job. Disregard the political bs and teach those kids how to achieve their dreams.
Powerful speech, my son is in marine. Boot camp right now I am from Guatemala my husband from El Salvador. God Bless our troops, and God Bless America
Forget spending $ on the NBA, NFL & MLB we should be paying these guys $$$. A true idol for children & adults. Stop looking up to athletes that play catch for a living! Real patriots like this soldier should be speaking on TED talks.
not a solder, a marine.
Send our tax dollars to them instead of to the government!
NOW GET OFF MY BUS!!!!!!!
PRIVATE PYLEEE!!!! YOU ARE A WORTHLESS PIECE OF SHIT AINT YA? THE F*XKING WAR WILL BE OVER BY THE TIME WE GET THERE WON'T IT????
imagine censoring everything you curse on a video streaming platform comment section
How can 55 people NOT like this? This man is an American hero!
Even though I am 13 years old, this guy has my respect. He inspires me. That's the reason, that when I got out there, I feel motivated and I feel good.
Woah he is tho
Congrats on 19
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How are you in life now 7 years later?
Chills down my spine. That was incredible. Even the smallest of speeches make an impact.
That there is the American spirit! Something that can be had by any and all. Not given but EARNED!
Too many people in America have forgotten stuff like this. Everything takes hard work.
Wow!I never had a speech like that from my Drill Sergeants when i went through Ft.Benning Ga.For this Marine DI i thank him for giving such a speech of motivation for those new recruits.I love it when he said things are hard but you have to earn it not given to you.
Very motivational I have gratitude towards everything in my life we do have it good in America I just have to push through still listen to this video in 2022 bless!!!
i thuaght about giving up in school and dropping out but now that i listened to this mans voice its time i get my shit together
How you doing nowadays man?
I've had the pleasure of meeting and working alongside this leader of Marines... just amazing advice and knowledge to pass on. Semper Fi!
That was deep man. Thank you for serving our country.
Get Some!!! I love how most of us Marines have a similar story and found a way through our beloved Marine Corps. Best decision of my life. 2001-2006
Ooh Rah SSGT, wasn't in his platoon but he was a heavy on a deck above mine, plt 2069 2nd BN Golf Co. I believe, I was 2068, graduated boot camp august 30th 2013, this man is an inspiration
More people need to hear his story. Guys like this makes men and women better, and we need our children to hear this. My NJROTC Asst Instructor was one of these men, he made men out of men and showed women what they can do to be better then men. He was the "father" figure so many seek, even those who had strong fathers in their lives. Even after 25-30+ years, his students still looked up to him, and most said he was the foundation of their success.
That is what TRUE dedication and hard work can do for you. OUT-FUCKING-STANDING MARINE. I'm so damn Proud of you. I went to UNC, graduated, but that was a waste of my time compared to what the Marine Corps did for my life. Hopefully those young kids will listen and you have made a HUGE impact on their life. Semper Fi Marine!
THIS MARINE DRILL INSTRUCTOR. GIVES OFF SO MUCH MOTIVATION, INSPIRATION AND SUCH A BADASS TRUE STORY.
This is a great man. Wow. We need more like him.
How anyone could watch this and not feel inspired it is beyond me. The peeps that dislike this must have their heart set on receiving handouts and probably have hate rhetoric spinning in their brain constantly. God Bless you Marine!
This guy has a lot of character. I wish the entire community had his attitude and character.
Was lucky to have Gunny Braun in my unit. He is 100% a legit good freaking guy. He never let anything corrupt his heart.
God bless SSgt. All kinds of Awesome!!!! Semper fi.
Months of working with this man and never really need his story, but I count it an honor because many days when he didn't feel like it. I had a hand in reminding him what we live for.
I know that's right hard work and perseverance is what I was Taught while I was living with my grand father who was Marine core down to the bone man saved my life with his teachings. today would have been his 98th birthday R.I.P Arthur LaValee.
Incredible story and a heart warming story of what America can offer ppl. Notice he came to America legally, he integrated in, and he worked for what he got. These are the kind of immigrants America needs, not ppl jumping the border, demanding their hand outs, and demanding America fit into their culture.
Stark contrast to the democrat party voter registration drive going on at the southern border today.
salg i believe you are saying its not about that, however, that too would be the antithesis of what means to be apart of this nation, as this nation has something that allows people to say that, called the bill of rights, and according to it, we have the right to say that, we [citizens] dont have the right to forcefully get them off of our country but we can say it however we want
I was his first cycle of recruits and this guy was an absolute menace. I hated him for 13 weeks but after that I have nothing but respect for him.
PLT 2002 Oct 2012-Jan 2013
Weird how that turns right? For weeks you wished a piano would fall on these guys. Then literally overnight it switches. You start to understand these are some of the hardest working and incredible people not just in the Marines, but in the country. Inspirational. Theres nobody like them, and their sacrafice is just .....theres a reason the country and world respects the Marines. Guys like this are the gatekeepers. Most dont understand the weight of that during recruit training. I remember after pickup, that black friday chaos. As I passed out I thought this is a show. They couldn't keep this up for 3 months. Boy was I wrong. In 3 months and some change I only saw 2 fleeting glimpses of them turning away to smile. Even after getting our ega...it never stopped. The insults and disparaging remarks dropped a bit. But theyd go you just earned yourself a seat at the table. Now you need to earn a reason for you being there. I really just love those guys. They never let off and did a hey were all Marines, were buddies now. For every difficult and miserable thing we did, it became more and more clear that these guys wanted us to succeed.
SSgt Braun works with my Husband in 2nd BN Golf Co. I am so proud of all of the DIs. They work hard and do things like this. They give up so much of their time to train young men into US Marines! I am willing to give up time with my hubs so he can train these men and to see them walk across that parade deck on grad day with their heads held high. So happy to be apart of this life! I know his wife and children are so proud of him as well! Good Job Braun!! :)
I’m honored to be in the same branch of military as men like this. Semper Fi Sir.
This is very touching and makes you want to cry. this is a real immigrant who supports his country by serving in the military. He has correct beliefs and logical sense, unlike the libtards that want to destroy this country, he would like to defend it.
so true my friend
RK NINE because theyre shitbags
I love how you can take away him saying "ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country". He probably never heard JFK said that but in his mind he has that view on life. A true American.
This is one of the ways professional Drill Sergeants/Instructors inspire and motivate their troops. Most boots know Basic/Boot is not going to be easy. They NEED to know they will EARN every bit of what they get and absolutely nothing will be given to them. As it is in the Corps, so it is in life
we come from the same place SSGT. Braun, i also from Belize Central America, i speak creole, spanish and now english. i also came to the USA when i was 13...i went ahead and join the army here in Los Angeles CA. Best decision i ever made. i also earned everything that i have, Hard work does pay off!!! HooaHHH!!!!
Hooah
That's Sgt Braun( now SSgt). He was my ITB instructor in 2006 at Camp Geiger. No idea he went to be a DI.
He was my DI. He struggled at first when it came to being able to march us but he learned and did an outstanding fucking job. He taught me so well January 2012
Somebody give that man a glass of water
He was SGT Braun when he was my SOI instructor and he was such a motivator and worked with us after hours and kicked knowledge but i wish i could thank him !!
This man is an example of what makes America great.
This is my old units INI 1st sgt. God bless this man and all he has done
im going to need you to go ahead and have this play on a loop on every tv screen, monitor and movie screen for about the next 5 years and i think that will about fix every damn problem this country has for the next 100.
This definitely inspired me. Its people like this marine that make me want to push harder when I lose confidence.
SSgt Braun!! You were platoon 2033 drill instructor I was in platoon 2036 but you would have an impression on all of 2nd battalion golf company back in 2012 or 13 forget now but great speech, hell of a man! 🇺🇸
We need more people like staff Sergeant Braun in our world. Especially in our underserved communities in this country. I to serve my country in the U.S. Army once upon a time and I’m a veteran and I am proud. It is very important for young people to have someone to aspire and look up to. This drill sergeant is the true example of what a real hero is. God bless you drill sergeant Brain.
That sweet sound of ruptured vocal cords. That's experience right there.
I had the privilege of being a recruit under ssgt braun and I must say I am a better man for that! To all those who are leaving insulting comments and saying negative things about him, you are not even a tenth of a man that he is. I may only be a junior marine at this point in my career but I owe so much to the lessons I've learned from this man. I hope to have the chance to one day show him the marine I've become and all I hope is that he is proud of the man/marine that I am growing into. Oohrah ssgt braun!
Good luck man, hope you're doing well now.
this is something that my grandpa and my dad would always tell me and I was never in the military but I've learn to appreciate the little things that I have for me kidd growing up survived phnemonia more than several times in my life 23 nearly had the big c thank God that I'm OK anyway my grandpa was very peaceful and very humble I surly learned alot from him
Was going to go to bed, but now I'm going to study some more until I get a 95 on the ASVAB and a 28 on the ACT
Well... how'd it go
@@Nick-qt2zn haha, it has been four years lol. Well, I was only given two weeks to study so I went from a 40 to 60 on the ASVAB. Joined as a heavy equipment operator and was stationed in Japan for two years and the last in California. Decided the Marines were not for me and got out. Overall, it was a fun experience
@@jradeky6461 rad lol
That was fucking beautiful, it's funny Cuz it reminds me of a speech we got from Senior Drill Instructor SSgt Donnovan after we got our EGA...The best moment in my life, earning that Man's respect was the greatest feeling anyone can experience, Parris Island Charlie Company platoon 1017 March 14th 2008...Semper Fi
thank you
I love this man. When people talk about how incredible Marine DI's are, this is a great example. Put yourself into a kid on that bus pulling into bootcamp. How the fck are you not just amped listening to him. He is a walking personification of what the Marines produce with their people. And your pulling up and given the chance to become that person. Theres not a stronger culture within any organization on the planet then the Marines.
I don't understand why are there people who dislike this vid. He gave a great speech! Respect!
I would pray to have an inspiring and good DI like this in the future. He's a great man.
I have respect for you sir I love the marine corps and I been wanting to join
most motivating speech i ever hear after serving 12 years in navy and army, was just waiting for now get off my fin bus.
I was also born in Belize Central America. This man is a hero please contact me from one Marine to another Much love and respect
The dislikes are the people that have been brought up by their parents to believe that life and happiness are owed to them thanks to our present Gov't officials and education. They are poor little people that have no idea what actual hard work is. I was not a Marine but in the USN. And I will tell you we need more people like this young man to teach out children today. God bless him!
This was my DI in boot camp. He gave many similar speeches while i went through boot, some motivational some not. In the end i totally respect him because of all the stuff he tough me through my 3 months of hell with him, not just knowledge, but mental toughness and learning from his example. If you get him as a DI you will learn to hate him and admire him at the same time. Believe it or not just seeing him in this video makes me miss boot camp and maybe one day you will understand.
This is great. When I went to boot camp there was nothing like this, just getting told I was disgusting shit and that I'd never make it, over and over. Five years later, I'm a Sergeant, and I'm getting out of the Corps tomorrow. Funny how things change.
I remember getting out of the Air Force about 6 years and 9 months ago. It was a bittersweet breath of air when I drove out of those gates for the last time, held out a peace sign out my window to my gate guards and zoomed off. Things were harder on the outside for me, but I think I've managed relatively well as of recent. Part of me sort of regrets leaving my military opportunity, being able to hit E-5 in 5 years. Perhaps I coulda done more. As you say, it's funny how things do indeed change. Saw your comment, and just wanted to pop in on a random stranger to say, I hope things have been well over these past ten years since you've made this comment, and I'm sure you've accomplished a lot. I hope you're still accomplishing much more. Godspeed.
Outstanding message!
This man hit on many great points and any branch of service is a great place place to start, Had it not been for the US Army and the men and women I served with who were brothers, Sisters and role model's I would not have made it in life. It put me on the right track and I stayed there the rest of my life.
THIS MAN IS A GOD SEND.
SSGT Braun is one of my All time Favorite Marines. Ive known him for years. He has always been an inspiration to me and i wanted to be the type of Marine that he is.
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I'm going through a lot of self confidence issues right now and this inspired me to keep pushing to be happy of who I am and to accomplish my dreams. I hope everyone else can achieve their goals too.
30 dislikes? pathetic beings....
THAT WAS AND IS AWSOME... DAMN I WISH KIDS GET A CLUE ON HOW EASY THEY HAVE IT.
There are some that don't. While the strife they carry may not be similar to yours or even our elders, it is hard for them. For us, the youth of a soft generation that quits on everything. All I've known is abuse from both my father and my mother. I am the only person in my family that has even graduated high school. Despite that, and the constant discouragement that even some teachers had given me, I still enlisted in the U.S. Army as an 88M - Motor Transport Operator.
And when I didn't re-up, I crawled right back to the same shit I started from. And right now, I'm in the enlistment process.
I would agree, though. Most people don't really know how easy they have it.
I know there exceptions to what I said. I work in a jail where drug using mothers come in. to the child is doomed from the start unless the mother makes some big changes. im talking about the majority.
I ship out tomorrow. US Navy but this inspired me a lot. Appreciate it
Did you graduate?
@@micahgotracksplays340 Negative. They moved my ship out date to June 2nd cuz they fucked up my papers at meps last minute🤦🏽♂️ I was ready to leave.
Oh I hope you graduate I’m 10 and when I turn 18 I wanna be a marine or airman wish the best of luck to you 👍🏾👍🏾!!
that is a beautiful speech! i was in a MCJROTC before i moved and this makes me miss it even more!
If you want it bad enough, and if you work hard enough, you truly can achieve anything. Or at the very least, pave the way for others for them to succeed.
This man is so inspirational makes me proud to see ,we have people like him immigrating to this wonderful nation
I am former Army of 3 n a half years out of Ft. Campbell Ky, and I have been through a similar experience. Keep up the inspiration!!!
I listen to this at least twice a week. Why? Because I'm in the process of joining the military (not USMC), and whenever some shit comes up and I feel like I won't make it, this motivates the hell out of me.
It's been 7 years what have you done so far
I can relate to this. Didn't have as hard as a childhood, but my parents were divorced and we grew up poor. I had dreams though, so worked hard in school to get a good scholarship. Did a few years before also losing ambition, joined the Army, came back with strong values, work ethic, and renewed dreams.
This was one of our DIs at mini boot camp at Fort Custer.
felt weak and negative . Kind of feeling ok now after watching it . thanks for uploading and mad respect to the person who gave the short speech.
God bless us all
Oorah devil!!!! This is the land of opportunity for many people including my dad....it takes work and dedication. God bless the USA and stay motto Marines....Oorah !!!!!
Came to the USA as a refugee in '89. Agree with every single word here.
I was a cadet in MMA and my DI showed my platoon this video.
This speech although simple helped me through tough times
And now I'm an enlisted recruit waiting to go to boot. My goal of joining is now achieved I must earn my title of marine.
Lmfao....this will be the one calmest conversation they will ever enjoy until the proud parade ground march....
Semper Fi DI school 3-12 we made through DI school he is a great man
You are what our country is all about.
Im 60 my middle school years were spent on Parris Island as the daughter of a DI..I never understood why his boots looked so afraid of him when I would spy him walking them..he was/is the sweetest guy on earth...I married a Soldier, and we raised a Soldier and Marine...it was really weird going back to the island in 2000 to watch my son graduate...
you rock man... I would follow you anytime ! What a great attitude and leader!
I cannot wait to join this beloved Corps, God bless all of the Marine Corps brothers and sisters! OORAH!!
Piece of advice... just remember it's all a mind game and bust your ass. If you haven't already started.... start your PT (physical training) now. It'll only help you in basic. And don't smile.
Jamie Erickson Of course, thank you!
Holy shit this is one of my drill instructor back on the island he don't talk a lot he even tell u where he born on the crucible he never told me not even at the warriors breakfast. He is a great man SSgt Braun. O311 he is a great man. You guys are lucky he spoke to you. Semper fi
Proud of each and every single one of you there now and who has ever been threw military training no matter the branch of service. We all are there for each other and knowing that if we do fail there will always be someone pushing you to be the best... USA MILITARY MEN AND WOMEN DON'T LET ONE ANOTHER FAIL... KEEP GOING Y'ALL
XOXO,
⚓🇺🇸⚓USA NAVY BABY FROM UTAH⚓🇺🇸⚓
solid. I found my d.i.'s were real down-to-earth, after I got out of basic training and did my stint on the same base. shout to ssg perez and huggins, 2/39th..
My senior DI, plt 2025, golf co., 2nd recruit training battalion. One hell of a Marine