Americans are enormously proud and respectful of the Marines. Doesn't matter who you are, or if you served. It's a bad day if you have to face a United States Marine in battle.
"They are in front of us, behind us, and we are flanked on both sides by an enemy that outnumbers us 29:1. They can’t get away from us now!” -Chesty Freaking Puller
I was an absolutely horrid teen who was involved in drugs, burglary, and street racing. I joined the Army in 1981 and basic training turned me around immediately upon graduation. I was a high school dropout who now has 2 masters degrees and have retired from a successful career as an aerospace engineer. The military experience turned my life around and I am incredibly thankful for the experience.
I was also on my way to an early grave, drugs, drinking and also racing cars where I should not have been. Joined the US Navy in 1982, did 28 years and was able to obtain a Masters Degree. I would not trade in all the time at sea for anything in this world. Totally changed my life, brought me a beautiful wife of 39 years so far, two wonderful Daughters and literally opened my eyes to an entire World.
I am a USMC veteran. I went to bootcamp at Parris Island SC from Dec 85-mar86. My platoon was in the 5th series of women to qualify on the M16A2 rifle. Serving in the Marine Corps is an honor I will carry with me the rest of my life.
1982 when I was there, new M16 version (less than 1 year) almost every range record was held by WMs. I was headed for it when on the last target, prone, 10 rounds a driving storm hit and the Iron sights were useless. Shot expert, one point off series high from recruit who shot in the morning on exact same number position. The reason why WMs did so well? No bad habits and more flexibility. People who never shot before often did well because they only knew Marine corps shooting.
Thank you Sir for all you do for Our Country. I come from a huge line of miltary in my family. God Bless each of you and your families sacrifice. It's not easy on any of us as well as you kind sir.
As a retired Marine, I appreciate this video. Becoming a United States Marine was so important to me and I am honored to be a member of this group of America’s finest men and women. Yes it is illegal to abandon your post and you will be charged with desertion.
Well said Marine! This families appreciation for our branches of the millitary is so wonderful to me. I was truly honored by their kind words. I constantly feel like due to the actions of a few politicians, our armed forces get crapped on by everyone with a mouth in this world. They don’t realize it but…. They DO NOT want to know what a word WITHOUT the US millitary force looks like! Thank you and God bless brother
The proudest day of my life was when my drill instructor handed my me EGA and called me a marine for the first time. Bootcamp was hell but I’d do it all over again in a heartbeat. Semper Fi
From my experience as a Marine that video skips a bunch of the far tougher things that you go through in boot camp. Joining the Marines changed my life. I was a college student living off of mom and dad with a .5 GPA. Worked as a short order cook at a 24/7 fast food restaurant. Joined the Corps, learned what hard work really is, what discipline is, 5 years later I used my Post 9/11 Gi Bill and graduated with honors from a pretty prestigious college . Now I have a great job making really good money, the title of United States Marine that I will never lose, and the respect of my community. I served from 2003-2008
I thought the same thing - this video seemed tame compared to others I've seen. My daughter is at Parris Island now, and I'm so proud of her. BTW, females have now been integrated at both MCRD PI & SD. Just made the change in the last couple months.
as a heavy weapons specialist who served in the 2nd gulf war, never been so bored and have so much down time. ddnt fire at a single iraqi tank. got my chemical degree though
My son just graduated the Marine Corps on September 3 we were at Paris Island South Carolina for his graduation I’ve never been more proud and what they go through is truly hell
Thank your son for his service for me! My son ships out in June of next year...he's a senior in high school right now in the Delayed Entry Program. I'm so proud of him! Looking forward to graduation!
The true love of my life my first husband became a Marine. He was an amazing guy before but after becoming a Marine he became the best man I have ever known. We started dating when I was 14, and married when I was 17 just before he went to Lebanon. The love of my life never returned, we were married less than 6 mts before I lost him, I was 3mts pregnant when he was killed, he never got to see his son. I am now in my middle 50s, and still miss him, I remarried a great guy, we raised our boys together. My son became a Marine just like his father, and he will retire a Marine. I couldn’t be prouder I know his father is proud also
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. What was your husband's name, Rose? Who did he serve with at Camp Lejeune? I served at Lejeune in 1979-1980 with 2/2. There may be a chance I might have known him.
So sorry for your loss. So many great men gave it all. I’m happy that you found another love. You’re son’s father would be very proud of him. Semper Fi 🥰
I am very sorry for your great loss, my drill instructor in 1976 went to Lebanon in 1983. He went to the hospital ship to get a physical and couldn't get a ride back to the barracks until next day. which saved his life.SemperFi to your son.
It was a bit of a shock to my little Kiwi heart to marry a Marine, but it’s been a hell of a ride. He did a full 20 years, and is proud to be a Mustang - an enlisted Marine who earned a commission. Living on bases was always fun (my accent helped!). Marines are some of the most loyal and kind people I’ve ever known. I treasure every Marine friend I’ve made over the past 30-plus years.
Former lady Marine Here...I went through boot camp in 1986...was definitely hard work...Kudos to my Sisters and Brothers who make it through! I'm proud of your Daughter also😊
I went through that straight out of high school in 1984. Watching this brings back a lot of memories. I actually went to Camp Pendleton in San Diego. To this day, I am proud to be a Marine. Once a Marine, always a Marine! Oorah!
Fun fact: Sgt. Espinoza was one of my drill instructors back in 2018-19. Happy to see him as a senior DI. Definitely one of my favorite drill instructors
“What entices these people to become marines?” Many of us are tradition. My father was a Marine and many of uncles were as well. My first memories were of a parade deck where marine recruits were marching. That rhythmic thump of the boots all hitting at the same time and how sharp their uniforms looked was always something I looked up to. I didn’t find the “honor” or “pride” of serving until I was already in, I will admit I wasn’t mature enough to understand what that really meant.
@@nealramsey4439 I always thought the uniforms were sharp, wearing the green service alphas made me feel like I just stepped out of a time machine. Same with the blues.
Boot camp was brutal but necessary. At 18 years old I honestly felt that there was nothing I couldn't do, no obstacle I couldn't master, no problem I couldn't solve. The confidence, professionalism and relentlessnes was crucial.
I was thinking about the Army after college, but did missions. I wish I would have gone into the Army. Missions did the opposite for me. But I'm recovering. :) I had looked at going into the Air Force because I'm 30 now, but then I was in a car accident and had to have surgery on torn ligaments. Might need to go back and see what's up.
Thanks for Posting kudos WE GET THE JOB DONE ALL WEATHER AT GREAT SACRIFICE IT WAS MY PRIVILEGE TO SERVE WITH THEM USMC RET BLESS YOU STAY WELL 🙏 RESPECT 💝🌹👍
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One of my most problematic students I had in 9th grade, walked up to me years later in dress uniform and respectfully said hello, ma'am, thank you for what you taught me ma'am. I was so very very proud of all "my kids" who entered the armed forces. ❤
I graduated recruit training at Parris Island in the mid 90’s. Wanted to be a Marine since I was a little boy. The finest fighting force in the world! Semper Fi Devil Dogs!!!!
@@123crymylove Semper Fi Devil Dogs, not fucking hard to find that MOS, also don't be trying to prove someone wrong. that's like saying "WhAt'S bRoVo SQuAd IN ThE MariNes" If you've heard bravo nation you would know.
As a Marine Corps Veteran I can assure you there are plenty of great times and laughs with some of the best brothers you'll ever have in your life. After boot camp lol
many members of my family have honorably served our country with a great sense of pride and honor for serving our country, my grandfather fought in WW2, my father fought in Vietnam, my cousin served as a navy seal, my older brother served in the army, I served 4 years in the army and then 4 years in the navy. I alway saw serving as an honored thing all the men in my family have done for generations. I almost forgot about my other cousin who served in the airforce .
My dad was a Marine and went to boot camp in San Diego in the 1970s! Sadly, we lost him to cancer one year ago last Tuesday. 😞My grandad was a Marine too and fought in WW 2. Semper Fi!❤️
Wasn't a dry eye in any platoon as your EGA is getting pinned on and Lee Greenwood was being played over the loud speaker. One of the greatest experiences of my life
@@robertseybert6743 hell yeah. Rounding that corner at Pendleton, hearing that music, and seeing all 50 flags flying. Gives me chills thinking about it. SFMF
Have to agree, went to "summer camp" at Parris Island summer of 85, 3rd Bn, I Co, Plt 3063. Proudest day of my life was when I was called a Marine for the first time, 28 August 1985. The birth of my 3 kids is a close 2nd.
I am touched by how precious and compassionate Atlanta is! She seems to have such maturity and understanding beyond her years. Evidence of great parenting!
"What drives us to want to become Marines?" For me not only the sense of duty but also the challenge. At some point I was ready to give up, but the thought of going home a failure gave me that final push! Standing on that grinder graduation day hearing "GOOD MORNING MARINE" for the first time in font of family made it all worth it!!! Semper Fi!!
I'm a Marine as well as my son. This video brings back memories. I was pre-crucible, but my son did it. The Marine Corps changed my life for the better. I enjoyed my time in, and will never make as good of friends as I did while serving. Semper Fi!
The way that girl answered that question "To server their country". That gives me hope right there. I was watching the reaction of these kids the entire video. Their reactions are so honest and forthcoming.
My father and my brother were both marines. My father taught me the marine corps song when I was a little girl. I sang it at his burial recently as he passed December 27, 2021, two days after Christmas. He lived his life by the marine corps motto which is semper fi which means always faithful.
Thank your father posthumously for his service and thank you for your great love. I am sorry you know the grief of losing a parent but I am glad you know the pride of loving someone who has given selfless service all his life. May God hold you and your family close always. May The Souls of the faithful Departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. I wish I could sing taps for you and your dad.
It's funny because I graduated boot camp 16 years ago in 2005. Still remember my DIs names plt number. I'm not a super nostalgic person about my service but that stuff just sticks with you.
I earned the title of Marine nearly 30 years ago, the traits of being a Marine have stuck with me and one of my sons earned the title as well just a couple of weeks ago. It’s indescribable what pride and honor you have instilled in your body becoming a Marine and then seeing one of kids becoming a Marine, priceless.
I enlisted in the Marines a few years after graduating high school. After entering the work force, I realized having been raised without a father, I didn’t have the skills I needed to succeed in the world. I had no self discipline and sometimes couldn’t motivate myself just to get out of bed in the morning. The Marines changed my life forever. Without that Corps, I would probably still be living with my mother “figuring things out” like so many in my generation. I highly recommend enlistment to any young man or woman struggling to find their place in the world.
Great on you As Your Brother Let Me Personally Say How Proud I Am That You Have Yourself Together & Living The Life You Want & Deserve. I feel the same as i joined to survive as well because i would of ended up dead or in prison now i have a much better lifevi can be proud of to do those before and after me proud!
I can relate. My father died when I was 7. After H.S., I went to college and it took me 3 years worth of college to realize how lost I was. I joined the Marines in Dec. of 1970. I spent New Years Eve standing at attention on the "yellow footprints" at San Diego. From the time I got out of Boot Camp until this point in time, I feel that every male or female should graduate H.S., and as they walk off the stage, go and get on an olive drab bus which takes them to some branch of the military for a minimum of 2 yrs. enlistment.
As an Navy veteran, I too have the same story. It gave me confidence and strength that I did not know I had. It also opens your eyes to the rest of the world. I grew up in a rural area where the demographics were very limited. Everyone goes to boot camp and learn that no one is better than thr other, you are all brothers and sisters and you gain friendships that otherwise you would have never had.
The yelling and screaming is to create warriors that are unfazed by anything…Gunfire and explosions everywhere and they can still listen and follow through with the mission…It gets total strangers to bond together and work as a team…The reason it’s still done this way is because it works.
Too bad the sergeant major of the army doesn’t see it that way. Army did away with the “shark attack” and started “the first hundred yards". The shouting, gunfire, and explosions also helps weed out those that can’t handles stress physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Marine Corps bootcamp was the toughest thing in ever had to do in my life. The brutal training turned me into the man I am today. Although the training was tough, it was the best decision I have ever made. Simper Fi Marines
@@walrusplayer don't drink unless you're 21 if you do don't get caught, don't knock up a wook, have fun try to enjoy it and make friends with people if your Mos cause one day they could be your boss
Lol this is the quietest I've heard you all during a video. Boot camp is intense, but so is the fleet and the lifestyle. My training and power in life really didn't set in until I was out for a few years. I struggled for a bit but then I found myself excelling in every environment. Graduated top of my class, and worked into a nice job in a massive corporation. I push harder and can outwork almost anyone, and am incredibly passionate about life and exploration. I love it, because I work hard, then I go home and enjoy the life that I've earned. The Marine Corps really is a gift to young Men and Women who need discipline and direction. Semper Fidelis - Always Faithful
Thank you for reacting to this and, in the process, sharing it. At the end of the video, Mom asked why anyone would want to put themselves through this because, as she noted, "it looks like torture." It was suggested by Dad that we choose to be Marines to serve our country. While that is true, there is a deeper reason for the choice between the branches. We can serve our nation while attending an easier boot camp with more occupational options in the Navy or the Air Force. The Army's boot camp is tough but shorter, and it too has more occupational choices. So why would we join the Marine Corps? We joined the Corps to be Marines: to wear the uniform of the Marine Corps; to pursue the level of excellence demanded by the Marine Corps; to be warriors as required by the traditions and expectations of the Marine Corps. We are not angels, we are what the Germans called us when they first encountered us in WWI at the Battle of Belleau Wood: "Teufel Hunden." We translate that phrase as-and call each other to this day-Devil Dogs, but the phrase's meaning when correctly translated means Hounds of Hell. That is what we are and that is what we are all about: we are the hounds America summons from Hell itself when it needs us, and it is our Honor to have served her as such. I served a few decades ago. I am not as mean and not nearly as lean as back then, but we are Marines until the day we die at which point we are issued a duty belt, a rifle, and five rusted rounds so we can finally become dogs who guard the gates of Heaven wearing olive drab wings and ill-fitting boots, remaining Marines. Semper fidelis. Thanks again. May God bless you all.
Lady squid here, love the marines. My time was also decades ago. It feels like I should be hearing general quarters called by now, but so far, nothing. We gonna do this, or not?
Not as mean not as lean .. lol my daughter found my old cammies(before digital) now she wears them and while I'm not huge was surprised they fit her and I was that small .. told her that's what all that running and courses did kept me lean and mean .
A young family friend who had just graduated Marine boot camp, was talking about how hard the final stage called ‘Citidel’ was. My Dad, who had gone through Marine Basic training, in 1952, quietly sat listening. After talking for quite awhile, the young Marine stopped and looked at my Dad… He asked him ‘Sir, Where did you do your ‘Citidel’ at? Without blinking, my Dad turned to look at him and said one word…..”KOREA”. The Conversation Ended there. Semper Fi, Dad. RIp 🇺🇸
I was in form 2004 to 2008, Was having almost this same conversation with my neighbors kid who was home on boot leave from PI and asked me the very same question.... I answered with..."IRAQ". again lol, the conversation ended!
I joined the Marines at 17 and I learned so many valuable life skills during my 4 years. I would not be where I am today had I not joined. I was a freshman in high school when 9/11 occurred and that played a big role in my decision to join. People thought a cheerleader could not become a Marine and I never liked being underestimated so I also wanted the challenge. I will always be willing to give my life to protect and defend our constitution.
Man... A cheerleader turned Marine. You're a brave woman to take up the uniform like that. Especially in the wake of 9/11. I'll bet you were on fire to join. Did your drill instructors ever make fun of you for that? I have to imagine you had some zingers coming your way.
As a retired jarhead, I think my Grandfather taught me the best lesson ever about being in. He was a WW2 Army Air Corps veteran in the South Pacific. Right after my cousin and I returned from our first deployment he told us " Those who have been understand, and those who haven't never will." Truer words I have never heard. The war will never end inside.
I greatly appreciate you and your Grandfather's service! That is a great quote, and so true like you said! The story's I listened to from my Father, Brother, Uncle and other Family and friends... It's humbling and puts in great perspective but us civilians definitely will never fully understand! God Bless America and God Bless all of you!!
@@wishwise0 I was on my 5th and last deployment fourteen years ago when my grandfather died. 91 years old and still as tough as they come. I was amazed at the contract he signed. He joined December 15 1941 and the term of enlistment was "48 months or duration of war" now that's dedication.
Not only that, but if you go AWOL for 30+ days it becomes desertion. That means brig time (marine corp jail essentially) and during times of war desertion = death penalty.
Kind of, they don't really actively hunt people down. I used to work on the GI Rights hotline and was amazed to discover that in the AWOL policy in every branch there is one office at a particular place, on base, it's different for each branch. That if you make it there they wipe the slate clean. But you have to make it there, it's like they are rewarding being intelligent. It's deep in the policy literature
@@whatabouttheearth In my younger years, I'd have been just that person to test that policy. Not on purpose initially, but once aware of it if in a compromised situation, I'd put it to use. It's really probably a good thing I never served...lol The way I see it, I did the country a favor by not embarking on that mission but I will say that I have the upmost respect and admiration for those who do. Thank each of you for your service. God Bless!
The term “desertion” is only used during times of war. Other than that, you can be UA (unauthorized absence) from your post. Both offenses are chargeable crimes under the Uniformed Code of Military Justice. Most Marines, myself included pride ourselves on never finding out what happens if you do either. Also, YES we can smile/laugh… when we are given permission. 😂
I remember when my nephew was getting ready for this. He talked to me everyday before he went to Paris Island. I worried about him a lot. I just wanted home to not give up! This training is so good for them. It teaches them discipline under stress. You have to have that to fight a war.
@Gregg Alexander You are 100% correct. I am an army veteran and my drill instructors were no joke in basic. I remember when I came home from Afghanistan and I was sleep in the passenger of my truck while my wife was driving on the freeway. I woke up to her screaming while the truck was spinning on ice ( I live in Michigan). I looked up and quickly and calmly while the truck was spinning accessed the situation. I seen all the traffic behind us stopped. The car to the right of us was spinning away from us and we were spinning toward the center divide wall. I told my wife in the plainness voice "We're going to hit the wall twice and stop." That's exactly what happened lol. My wife still brings that up to this day and that happened in 2013 lol. Sorry for the long comment but what you said was spot on.
My husband served in the Marines and retired from the Army, spending a combined 30 years in the military. He talks sometimes about the differences between the two branches, but they are the same where it counts: training people to do their part for the war effort. In all the years I've known him, he never ceases to amaze me when a crisis comes up. He steps up, formulates a plan rapidly, and moves out...while simultaneously telling me what I should be doing in the situation and making sure me and our kids are safe. It's like his mind goes into warp speed and his reactions and decisions are like lightning. I know that we are always safe and protected when he is there. He was formed in the Marines and became a leader in the Army, and he utilized the best of both in Iraq and Afghanistan.
I’m happy to see that this family has a close bond with each other. If only more families were collectively together like this family. Lots of love. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
To answer the little girl's question: "Do they ever laugh...." YES! We have a lot of fun outside of these videos! Even when deployed there is a lot of fun to be had! Unfortunately fun is very contextual and it depends on where we are and how bored we are! But we always maintain the highest levels of respect and integrity!
"Marine" is a title earned that you carry with you through life. Anything can be taken away from you, the title Marine stays with you. Once a Marine, always a Marine Semper Fi
Marines definitely smile. Most often they're told not to smile when on camera. Always have to keep their "bearing". Marines are honestly some of the most silly people you'll meet when they get to be themselves and don't have their superiors nearby watching.
My father's now retired but he served in the Marines and, as a little kid, he was always a softie and smiley with me - when I was older (my parents divorced at this point), my mom told me how he used to be one of those drill instructors which blew my mind b/c he never showed anything like that at home that I can recall... I'm still super proud of him and all of my family members who served in the military - they went through so much and have earned my respect for their service ❤
TEXAS LOVES YOU GUYS!!!! I served 26 Years in the Marine Corps. My wife also served and we have been dedicated to each other for 37 years. Proof Marines Never Quit. lol Keep up the good work. We share these vids with our grandaughter. AWESOME!
I am a Marine. I enjoyed watching you guys experience what we go through to earn that title. To answer one of the questions asked. We become Marines because we want to challenge ourselves to be the best version of ourselves that we can. The Marine Corps offers that challenge. Strength of Mind and Body. Best decision i've ever made.
As a gulf war veteran US Marine, every time i see these videos it brings me back to those days , 3 months of hell that made me a marine, i carry that with pride to this day
18:20: Leaving a post without permission outside of combat is called going AWOL, and it can come with some pretty severe penalties in your military career. Typically if you’re AWOL for more than 30 days or abandon your duties during combat, that is desertion and will generally result in a trip to a federal prison.
Back in the early '80's a friend of mine enlisted in the Marines, and he spent his sign on bonus on a Harley (I think it was a Superglide). He drove the bike home in nice weather on weekend leave in late November. When it came time to go back, he rode away on the bike in a freakin BLIZZARD, because he didn't want to be considered AWOL. He made it, from PA to NC, about 600 miles in terrible weather, and to this day I don't know how he pulled it off.
Agreed!!! I graduated Parris Island in December of 1994. Proudest damn moment of my life. Would do it all over again. My job was a jet engine mechanic for the 46 helicopter. I am still proud to this day...
The drill instructor sees a mud puddle. Contact front, then low crawl until both you and your rifle are completely caked in mud. Then repeat about 20 more times just in the first day.
This brings back many memories of our daughter going through Parris Island. She made it! Her hubby retired after 20 years as Master Sgt! So proud of both of them! We were able to see all of these areas at her graduation. She was stationed at PI so we were able to visit her from FL.
Same feeling in 1996 after road marching 12 plus miles back from the army infantry final FTX and you stop for a 5 minute break with a mile remaining to put your blue lens in your flashlight. Then when you get back to the barracks they hand out the blue cords. I was 17 years old for the entirety of boot camp 🥴
What enticed me to the Marine Corps is others saying “I couldn’t” or “I would never” do that. That is where I wanted to be, places where people fear going. The challenge is the motivation to start, my brothers there with me is the reason to finish. Still to this day, a decade after leaving the Marine Corps hearing someone admitting they can’t or won’t do something challenging motivates be to not only do it but excel.
I was told the same thing when I joined the navy your to weal you won't make it through basic the shock on their face when I came home after basic PRICELESS
Some of the best times of my life have been my serving years. When you go through tough times you learn what people are made of and let's you trust others. Not to mention our sick sense of humor. It helps us deal with those tough times. It just means we have a thicker skin at the end of the day. Great work with your Family. It's all about shared experiences. Canadian by the way.
I got out a little over a year ago. Watching this brought a whole lot of memories back. It feels like both yesterday and a lifetime ago at the same time
Being a United States Marine is the pride of knowing you're a part of a brotherhood. The proudest branch of the military. The few the proud the Marines is more than a slogan. It's a creed. I went through Marine Corps boot camp at Parris Island S.C. We had 43 men, out of 95 graduated. I was proudly among the 43. The Marine Corps has the most storied past of all branches of the military.
God Bless all of our Soldiers, Thank you for your service and for the sacrifices you make to protect us, I love you all and I'm eternally grateful to each and every one of you..
as a marine who just got out of bootcamp, the video does and doesn't do what bootcamp really was, it kinda scratched the surface, but it does give a good peep behind the curtain for people who dont know what really goes on at bootcamp
This video brings back memories and warms my heart!! I've still active duty and have been a Marine for 18 years... we're all normal people with a calling to be the best. It's very tough at times... but overall this is the easiest most fulfilling job I've ever had!! Cheers!
It was just as you saw it and more. The mental aspect is what separates us from most. I graduated this past August, and I can say the brotherhood is real and the lifestyle is worth it in the end. The upmost respect for the brothers that went through it with me and the ones who did it way before I was born. Once a Marine always a Marine, Semper Fi
That’s true boot but once you hit the fleet you realize that “brotherhood” isn’t there always and takes your motivation away pretty quickly. This is coming from someone who been in the fleet for a year now.
Brother you are so boot it isn't even funny lol. I got out 2013 been to Iraq and Afghanistan (sadly you won't see either probably, yes probably cause we will always have boots on the ground anywhere we just don't know....trust me). And the brotherhood is real and yes there are bad apples. My advice for you is stay away from the ones who are always getting yelled at. Idk your MOS but I was 1341 (heavy equipment mechanic) and I never did my job. I guarded the wire in Afghanistan. Be nimble and adapt to everything thrown your way. PT is key. It sucks running in moon dust with 80 lbs on your back with rounds are coming down range. Be safe devil pup and Semper Fidelis. Also get use to saying Semper gumby lol
As a former Marine musician...that drum routine at the beginning is forever stuck in my head. I was stationed in San Diego and did so many recruit graduations, and that's what the percussion section used to march the recruits onto the parade deck. Fortunately, I was mostly doing drum major work by that point, lol.
too all the men and women talking about their sons and daughters going into or graduating boot camp, it just gets harder. Stay strong for them, as a brother of a marine who just returned from Kabul, Afghanistan. Semper Fi families.
I love how all the documentaries about basic training, no matter what branch, don’t show the true graphic moments. There’s a lot that the general public probably shouldn’t see, to be honest😅
My daughter is in Army basic training right now. 10 weeks 4 days. Its insane the amount of things they have to go through. So proud of all of our soldiers
Both of my boys are marines, they are 18 and 19 years old! And I am very proud of them! Marines are one of the toughest in our military! I’m new to your channel and I love how your family seems to love the United States. You seem like an amazing family, keep up the great videos! Originally from California, but I now live in Utah so love from Utah!! P.s I also got my mom watching your videos!❤
I love you guys, its so awesome seeing you react to our culture. We have such a bad reputation as cocky Americans but we have beauty and goodness as well. Keep making videos and I'll keep liking.
Fun fact: when I went through back in 2014 one of the sounds they played over the loud speakers during the crucible was the d-day scene from Saving Private Ryan. I remember distinctly stopping mid crawl and going "is that fucking Tom Hanks yelling?" Before realizing where it was from
I remember San Diego. I’m proud of all of them. They are doing a amazing job. Including my husband. And to the families. Thank you for be there and supporting them. Thank you for for your sacrifices when they have to leave.
Seriously love your videos. You folks are welcome to come visit America any time u want! We would be blessed to have you and your lovely family! Live the “5 reasons you shouldn’t mess with America’s millitary”. Living in America, I sometimes forget not everyone has the millitary protection we do. Was very cool to see you and your family say you feel more safe with America’s millitary being strong! You are. We love New Zealand here in the states!
We joined for many reasons, whether it be free college, financial stability, military family tradition, or just to experience the challenge. Suffering together brought all of us closer. Even though we all went our separate ways, I made many lifelong friends from boot camp that I still talk to and visit to this day.
US Marine Corps veteran here, let me explain a few things just to clear things up: 1) this video is actually quite tame. Trust me, they barely showed just how much screaming is actually done. This is often the case when cameras are around, because the corps tries to avoid any scandals involving what some people would consider “abusive behavior” (even though they’re training you to go to war lol). There are plenty of other videos that show more what it’s like. 2) technically speaking, you can’t just up and leave, however you can get what’s called a “failure to adapt” charge. It means exactly what it says. You’ve failed to adapt to not only military life, but the Marine Corps life as well. Usually this ends with the individual receiving an”general” or “other than honorable” discharge. Which is not good. Really the only discharge that is the best option to get is an honorable discharge. 3) boot camp is simply the stepping off point. After you graduate, you go to Marine Combat Training and receive 1 month of infantry training regardless of your MOS in the military. If you’re an infantry Marine, you go to the Infantry Training Battalion instead of MCT. ITB is usually another 3 months (at least when I was in). After that, all non infantry Marines go to their job school. Eventually, you all go to the fleet Marine force where you continue to train at your unit. Hope this helped spread some knowledge!
This is waaaaaaaaaaay tame to the reality of Boot Camp at P.I. Sadly, a lot has changed with todays "Woke Culture" from the way it used to be when I was in.
The Air Force Special Forces are called "Pararescue". They are the ones that go behind enemy line to rescue downed pilots and other trapped personnel. Trained extensively in warfare, tactics, evasion, and medical. Pretty hardcore. Check them out.
My dad went through Camp Pendleton in San Diego back in the 1960’s. He was always very proud of his time in the Marine Corps. Despite how tough boot camp is, one of the main objectives is to teach the recruits how to work cohesively with their fellow marines. They have to work together and trust each other to survive in combat. They have to learn to identify as a marine, and not the individual that they were before they signed up. That’s why the drill instructor talked about breaking them down and building them back up into what the marine corps needs them to be. Marines are considered the toughest soldiers, because they are “the first in and the last out” of the battlefield.
My dad served 9 and a half years in the United States Marine Corp. He joined in 2001 when the Afghanistan War started. Yet I was very young at the time I remember living in Camp Pendleton and watching my dad leave for Afghanistan not knowing why he was leaving and not understanding that he might never come home. He was deployed for almost an entire year. And when I finally saw him at school I cried so damn much. We eventually moved to Camp Lejeune in early 2010 and we stayed there until my dad was honorably discharge because of his heath. Now we live in California and my parents are sadly divorced but i still see my dad often. I feel bad tho because now he suffers with PTSD and whenever he hears fireworks he has a panic attack.
@@rilezz83 I’m sorry he suffers from PTSD, and I hope he was able to get some help for that from the VA. Please extend my thanks for his service to our country. 😊
Marine Corps is a brotherhood. The shit you go through with your Marine buddies happens nowhere else! Glad to have served in the Marines. Semper Fidelis!
I come from a line of military men but I was the first Marine in the family. My son wanted to go in the military after high school and I tried to get him to go into the Air Force due to the education. I came home from work one day and saw my son sitting on one couch and a Marine wearing cammies sitting on the other couch. I looked at my son and I said I thought we talked about the Air Force. He looked me dead in the eye and said I want to do what most people don't have the balls to do. You can't argue with that. And so my son and I both served in the Marine Corps. Father and son by blood Brothers by the Corps! Semper Fi Marines!
Thank you from someone who is regrettably 4f but who has had family members serve across generations. My grandfather saw action in World War II in the Pacific and later in Korea. My father was a Navy flyer, a gunner, in the Navy's smallest most dangerous bomber. My mother served in the air force during peacetime in the 1950s and my brother was a Marine who fought in Vietnam. Most recently, my nephew served in the National Guard. I'm proud of them all. Peace through strength: physical, mental and spiritual.
The best they come! We lost my dad at 94. He taught us how to live and die while saying very little but living very much. Faith and Integrity go a long way. Thank you for noticing. God bless!
I'm a Marine who graduated from PI 20 years ago. Life changing, life fulfilling, life long brotherhood in the best organization. Love my Marine Corps, and y'all too! Great video!
I lost my moms best friend in iraq he got cancer whie.fighting i wantes to do.militry i did rotc amd we sat down. He talked aboit saddams palce hom having gold all in house. And raids when u see famlys. They had lot good times and bad he aide lot marines and army. Mistreated. The iraqs at first becaise 911 and. There was lot misrreat ment but he was proud and my grandpap.was army sargent. And my brother in law started as e 9 nuclear egninger officer and now is 05 captine. Worming way close.to admrial amd he loves his work reguardless wjat presdent. He side hes are commanding oficer ans pentgon is our top offclas but i wanted say thank u for your service full.metal jacket. And pride is what made me wanna do it i never did it becaise moms deah i lost my grand pap witj ddemchia and. Moms best passed with cancer. He was out so we use talk about. It and i lobd hearing good things but with good there is bad. But thank u with ur service
AWOL is absent without leave, and is punishable with an article 86, which gets you a court martial, which can be confinement up to 30 days and reduction of pay, or jail time and/or a dishonorable discharge. Desertion (article 85) is an automatic court martial under dishonorable discharge and sentencing to the brig 2-5 years, then jail when you get out if your enlistment ends while in the brig. Desertion is usually during times of war, or essential posts. It is treated drastically different than just AWOL.
Offloading all my TH-cam channels that aren’t contributing to the unity of the planet. Happily came across this wonderful family! I love you guys already!
Americans are enormously proud and respectful of the Marines. Doesn't matter who you are, or if you served. It's a bad day if you have to face a United States Marine in battle.
In the field, yes. In garrison, not always.
Not all are hero’s careful there.
SEMPRT FI went through in 1975 at MCRD SATHER served with 1/5 1976 to 1987. Ooh-Rah
@@Trevors_Dragons or whatever branch they served.
Last training with US special forces in Sweden.. *it's the most challenging thing i've done in decades*
“Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But the Marines don't have that problem.” -- Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan was a great Commander-in-Chief. But as President not so much.
No truer words have ever been spoken!
Oorah to that❤️🔥
@@kalthudx6132 I’d take Reagan any day over the nursing home resident we currently have.
"They are in front of us, behind us, and we are flanked on both sides by an enemy that outnumbers us 29:1. They can’t get away from us now!” -Chesty Freaking Puller
I was an absolutely horrid teen who was involved in drugs, burglary, and street racing. I joined the Army in 1981 and basic training turned me around immediately upon graduation. I was a high school dropout who now has 2 masters degrees and have retired from a successful career as an aerospace engineer. The military experience turned my life around and I am incredibly thankful for the experience.
I was also on my way to an early grave, drugs, drinking and also racing cars where I should not have been. Joined the US Navy in 1982, did 28 years and was able to obtain a Masters Degree. I would not trade in all the time at sea for anything in this world. Totally changed my life, brought me a beautiful wife of 39 years so far, two wonderful Daughters and literally opened my eyes to an entire World.
You are awesome & should be very proud of yourself. I’m proud of you. 👍🏼
Bravo!
Yes thats what kids need.
It should be mandatory for 2 years after high school
Ty for your service
I am a USMC veteran. I went to bootcamp at Parris Island SC from Dec 85-mar86. My platoon was in the 5th series of women to qualify on the M16A2 rifle. Serving in the Marine Corps is an honor I will carry with me the rest of my life.
Forever give them hell Devil Dog!!!!
1982 when I was there, new M16 version (less than 1 year) almost every range record was held by WMs. I was headed for it when on the last target, prone, 10 rounds a driving storm hit and the Iron sights were useless. Shot expert, one point off series high from recruit who shot in the morning on exact same number position. The reason why WMs did so well? No bad habits and more flexibility. People who never shot before often did well because they only knew Marine corps shooting.
Thanks for the expert information. To you I say as well: "Give them hell Devil Dog.@@edwardbietsch993
Thank you for your service!
Yes
I did 32 1/2 years in the Marine Corps! The empathy shown in your daughters eye's..... awesome parenting
Thank you for your service Marine!
Thank you for your service sir. I can’t wait till I join
Thank for your service you did alot for are country :)
Thank-You for your outstanding dedication and stellar career Bill.
Thank you Sir for all you do for Our Country. I come from a huge line of miltary in my family. God Bless each of you and your families sacrifice. It's not easy on any of us as well as you kind sir.
As a retired Marine, I appreciate this video. Becoming a United States Marine was so important to me and I am honored to be a member of this group of America’s finest men and women.
Yes it is illegal to abandon your post and you will be charged with desertion.
Thank you for your service !
Semper Fi!
Thanks for your service 🇺🇸
Once a marine always a marine that was ingrained in me at boot camp semper fi brother
Well said Marine! This families appreciation for our branches of the millitary is so wonderful to me. I was truly honored by their kind words. I constantly feel like due to the actions of a few politicians, our armed forces get crapped on by everyone with a mouth in this world. They don’t realize it but…. They DO NOT want to know what a word WITHOUT the US millitary force looks like!
Thank you and God bless brother
The proudest day of my life was when my drill instructor handed my me EGA and called me a marine for the first time. Bootcamp was hell but I’d do it all over again in a heartbeat. Semper Fi
Why does your name sound so familiar. When did you go to Boot?
@@InfiniteBeautyOfficial James Doherty
@@InfiniteBeautyOfficial No worries thought I hit reply to his comment.
Thank you for your service sir. God Bless.
Sit down boot
From my experience as a Marine that video skips a bunch of the far tougher things that you go through in boot camp. Joining the Marines changed my life. I was a college student living off of mom and dad with a .5 GPA. Worked as a short order cook at a 24/7 fast food restaurant. Joined the Corps, learned what hard work really is, what discipline is, 5 years later I used my Post 9/11 Gi Bill and graduated with honors from a pretty prestigious college . Now I have a great job making really good money, the title of United States Marine that I will never lose, and the respect of my community. I served from 2003-2008
I thought the same thing - this video seemed tame compared to others I've seen. My daughter is at Parris Island now, and I'm so proud of her. BTW, females have now been integrated at both MCRD PI & SD. Just made the change in the last couple months.
Thanks for your service bro I appreciate you
as a heavy weapons specialist who served in the 2nd gulf war, never been so bored and have so much down time. ddnt fire at a single iraqi tank. got my chemical degree though
Oorah
Thank you for your service ! 🇺🇸🇺🇸
My son just graduated the Marine Corps on September 3 we were at Paris Island South Carolina for his graduation I’ve never been more proud and what they go through is truly hell
Thank your son for his service for me! My son ships out in June of next year...he's a senior in high school right now in the Delayed Entry Program. I'm so proud of him! Looking forward to graduation!
My brother graduated from their as well and he just recently got out last year after 5 years, crazy what they go through!
My brother went to Paris Island too
*Parris island
@@denny9066 I realize that but I used voice text sorry
The true love of my life my first husband became a Marine. He was an amazing guy before but after becoming a Marine he became the best man I have ever known. We started dating when I was 14, and married when I was 17 just before he went to Lebanon. The love of my life never returned, we were married less than 6 mts before I lost him, I was 3mts pregnant when he was killed, he never got to see his son. I am now in my middle 50s, and still miss him, I remarried a great guy, we raised our boys together. My son became a Marine just like his father, and he will retire a Marine. I couldn’t be prouder I know his father is proud also
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. What was your husband's name, Rose? Who did he serve with at Camp Lejeune? I served at Lejeune in 1979-1980 with 2/2. There may be a chance I might have known him.
So sorry for your loss. So many great men gave it all. I’m happy that you found another love. You’re son’s father would be very proud of him. Semper Fi 🥰
her husband now reading this like 👁️👄👁️
@@snoochie9799 that's what I was thinking.
I am very sorry for your great loss, my drill instructor in 1976 went to Lebanon in 1983. He went to the hospital ship to get a physical and couldn't get a ride back to the barracks until next day. which saved his life.SemperFi to your son.
lol your daughter is adorable! yes, sweetheart: we do laugh. :D
Just don’t let the DI’s see you LOL
Laughing inside while something happens lol
Yeah we get to laugh
You guys get to laugh?
@@Joeymjtaylor sometimes.
It was a bit of a shock to my little Kiwi heart to marry a Marine, but it’s been a hell of a ride. He did a full 20 years, and is proud to be a Mustang - an enlisted Marine who earned a commission. Living on bases was always fun (my accent helped!). Marines are some of the most loyal and kind people I’ve ever known. I treasure every Marine friend I’ve made over the past 30-plus years.
They are truly friends for life.
STOP YELLING AT ME
16:50
I watched this 5x 😂
Watching the drill instructor yell, "sit up straight" and the daughter and son straightened up so quickly 😆
😂
I was looking for this comment haha. They got so scared
I saw that too!!!! LoL
My daughter went through this training and is a United States Marine. I'm so proud of her.
👌😉✌️💯🎯🌹🇺🇸
That’s one badass woman! 💪🇺🇸
OOORah! My son is also a Marine
@@maxmenig5332somebody got chartered out
Former lady Marine Here...I went through boot camp in 1986...was definitely hard work...Kudos to my Sisters and Brothers who make it through! I'm proud of your Daughter also😊
As a Marine I enjoyed this.
One thing to consider is that once you earn the title Marine, you are a Marine for life.
Thank you for your service!
I graduated boot camp at Parris Island in 1981. A long lifetime ago, but I still remember the pain and pride of making it!
1983 for me. Semper Fi, Marine.
Im still pretty young and wanna join the military, should I?
@@oliverb.8995 Do what your heart tells you.
I went through that straight out of high school in 1984. Watching this brings back a lot of memories. I actually went to Camp Pendleton in San Diego. To this day, I am proud to be a Marine. Once a Marine, always a Marine! Oorah!
My husband says : "Oorah! Hollywood!"
Parris Island Marine here. I went in after high school in 1982. 0317 MOS with 2nd force recon battalion. Semper Fi brother oohrah
Fun fact: Sgt. Espinoza was one of my drill instructors back in 2018-19. Happy to see him as a senior DI. Definitely one of my favorite drill instructors
Thank you for your service
O7 thank you for your service
That blew my mind a Sgt with no combat ribbons or deployments being a senior drill instructor. I’m going to say he’s Admin haha
He was my junior Marine 😅
@RudeBoi2407 he was Motor T, he was one of my junior Marines 😅
“What entices these people to become marines?”
Many of us are tradition. My father was a Marine and many of uncles were as well. My first memories were of a parade deck where marine recruits were marching. That rhythmic thump of the boots all hitting at the same time and how sharp their uniforms looked was always something I looked up to. I didn’t find the “honor” or “pride” of serving until I was already in, I will admit I wasn’t mature enough to understand what that really meant.
I've heard many say they picked the Marines because of the uniforms. At that age what else is there huh? Thank you for your service sir.
@@nealramsey4439 money for some
Were you ever stationed in 29 Palms?
@@trod3898 No, I was in MCAS Yuma, and I bounced around Okinawa, Camp Courtney, Camp Hansen.
@@nealramsey4439 I always thought the uniforms were sharp, wearing the green service alphas made me feel like I just stepped out of a time machine. Same with the blues.
Boot camp was brutal but necessary. At 18 years old I honestly felt that there was nothing I couldn't do, no obstacle I couldn't master, no problem I couldn't solve. The confidence, professionalism and relentlessnes was crucial.
i thought i was a man till i hit PI lol
I was thinking about the Army after college, but did missions. I wish I would have gone into the Army. Missions did the opposite for me. But I'm recovering. :) I had looked at going into the Air Force because I'm 30 now, but then I was in a car accident and had to have surgery on torn ligaments. Might need to go back and see what's up.
Thanks for Posting kudos WE GET THE JOB DONE ALL WEATHER AT GREAT SACRIFICE IT WAS MY PRIVILEGE TO SERVE WITH THEM USMC RET BLESS YOU STAY WELL 🙏 RESPECT 💝🌹👍
We ALWAYS THINK OF THE GUY OR LADY NEXT TO US NO MATTER WHAT THE ODDS ARE
Yes Lonely Folks PRAY FOR RINGO HE'S VERY SICK NOW GOT COVID-19 2 TIMES AT HIS AGE MY WIFE AND I DON'T THINK HE'LL BEAT THIS ONE WE BUMPED INTO HIM OVERSEAS A FEW TIMES HE'S VERY NICE HE LOVE'S FAN'S WE SHARED SOME GRUBB TOGETHER YOU NEVER KNOW WHO YOU GONNA SEE WHEN YOU TRAVEL NOW THAT WE'RE BOTH VETERANS RET WAITING FOR OUR TWIN DAUGHTERS GIVE BIRTH TO OUR GRANDKIDS SO WE CAN SPOIL THEM YOU KNOW HOW THAT GOES🤣👍🙏🌹🇺🇸🍒💯😉🏆
I’m an army vet and I must say hats off to marines. Basic training was tough but those men and women are a different breed.
One of my most problematic students I had in 9th grade, walked up to me years later in dress uniform and respectfully said hello, ma'am, thank you for what you taught me ma'am. I was so very very proud of all "my kids" who entered the armed forces. ❤
he was a fighter
I graduated recruit training at Parris Island in the mid 90’s. Wanted to be a Marine since I was a little boy. The finest fighting force in the world! Semper Fi Devil Dogs!!!!
Thank you for your service.
What was your mos devil
Oorah brother
@@123crymylove Semper Fi Devil Dogs, not fucking hard to find that MOS, also don't be trying to prove someone wrong.
that's like saying "WhAt'S bRoVo SQuAd IN ThE MariNes"
If you've heard bravo nation you would know.
Yut
As a Marine Corps Veteran I can assure you there are plenty of great times and laughs with some of the best brothers you'll ever have in your life. After boot camp lol
Thank you for your service.
Semper Fi Brother!
Thank you for your services.
Definitely not during boot I still hate those guys lol 😂 love my MCT buddy’s though
God bless you sir, you are an American hero thank you for all you did and went through semper fi.
many members of my family have honorably served our country with a great sense of pride and honor for serving our country, my grandfather fought in WW2, my father fought in Vietnam, my cousin served as a navy seal, my older brother served in the army, I served 4 years in the army and then 4 years in the navy. I alway saw serving as an honored thing all the men in my family have done for generations. I almost forgot about my other cousin who served in the airforce .
My son was in the Marines for 12 years. He was a Marine Sniper and did tours in Iraq and Afghanistan just to name a few. Very proud parent.
Thanks for his service
Once a Marine, Always a Marine.
Please thank your son and your whole family for paving a way for our future. God bless yall
Is a Marine. Once a Marine always a Marine
Two five blackhearts Semper fi
My dad was a Marine and went to boot camp in San Diego in the 1970s! Sadly, we lost him to cancer one year ago last Tuesday. 😞My grandad was a Marine too and fought in WW 2. Semper Fi!❤️
Sorry you lost your dad😔❤️
Simper Fi!
@@deborahdanhauer8525 thank you❤️
@John Vecchiarelli thank you.
@@stephaniesmith8210 You’re most welcome❤️
I love the daughter’s answer to why they would put themselves through that, “to serve their country”
Well if the enemy gets them the can be available to survive
Well for the past 20 years it's been to serve the pockets of the rich and politicians sadly.
Truth.
Becoming a Marine was one of the best feelings that I have ever experienced. There’s no way to describe it other than to go through it!
Wasn't a dry eye in any platoon as your EGA is getting pinned on and Lee Greenwood was being played over the loud speaker. One of the greatest experiences of my life
@@robertseybert6743 hell yeah. Rounding that corner at Pendleton, hearing that music, and seeing all 50 flags flying. Gives me chills thinking about it. SFMF
May you forever keep giving them hell Devil Dog!!
Have to agree, went to "summer camp" at Parris Island summer of 85, 3rd Bn, I Co, Plt 3063. Proudest day of my life was when I was called a Marine for the first time, 28 August 1985. The birth of my 3 kids is a close 2nd.
I am touched by how precious and compassionate Atlanta is! She seems to have such maturity and understanding beyond her years. Evidence of great parenting!
"What drives us to want to become Marines?" For me not only the sense of duty but also the challenge. At some point I was ready to give up, but the thought of going home a failure gave me that final push! Standing on that grinder graduation day hearing "GOOD MORNING MARINE" for the first time in font of family made it all worth it!!! Semper Fi!!
Thank you for your service!
I'm a Marine as well as my son. This video brings back memories. I was pre-crucible, but my son did it. The Marine Corps changed my life for the better. I enjoyed my time in, and will never make as good of friends as I did while serving. Semper Fi!
The way that girl answered that question "To server their country". That gives me hope right there. I was watching the reaction of these kids the entire video. Their reactions are so honest and forthcoming.
My father and my brother were both marines. My father taught me the marine corps song when I was a little girl. I sang it at his burial recently as he passed December 27, 2021, two days after Christmas. He lived his life by the marine corps motto which is semper fi which means always faithful.
Your story was so wonderful.my dad was in the army in the 50s.he passed away this past january
Till Valhalla my brothers and sisters may you never be forgotten and may your families prosper from you sacrifice.
Thank your father posthumously for his service and thank you for your great love. I am sorry you know the grief of losing a parent but I am glad you know the pride of loving someone who has given selfless service all his life. May God hold you and your family close always. May The Souls of the faithful Departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. I wish I could sing taps for you and your dad.
My Pops was Vietnam Era USMC, he passed Dec 27th, 2020, here at home surrounded by his wife and kids.
Lots of fun when the instructors aren’t around. Training after its over and you look back, it’s one of the best things you have ever done in your life
It's funny because I graduated boot camp 16 years ago in 2005. Still remember my DIs names plt number. I'm not a super nostalgic person about my service but that stuff just sticks with you.
Def one of the best/worst things I've ever done.
@@huasohvac Yep, same here. Plt 2072, SSGT Westenberger (SDI), SSGT Zupko, and SSGT Johnson. I graduated in Sept 1976. That's 45 years ago.
I think about it everyday and I feel privileged. Well said. Semper Fi
Paris inland, in 1982.. plt 1019.. somethings you don't forget
I earned the title of Marine nearly 30 years ago, the traits of being a Marine have stuck with me and one of my sons earned the title as well just a couple of weeks ago. It’s indescribable what pride and honor you have instilled in your body becoming a Marine and then seeing one of kids becoming a Marine, priceless.
Thank you and your son for your service!
That's awesome brother. Semper fi
Once a Marine always a Marine
Hoo Rah!
@@jamestodd945 OOH RAH!
My son is in camp pendleton now he graduates oct 20th our marines are everything
I enlisted in the Marines a few years after graduating high school. After entering the work force, I realized having been raised without a father, I didn’t have the skills I needed to succeed in the world. I had no self discipline and sometimes couldn’t motivate myself just to get out of bed in the morning. The Marines changed my life forever. Without that Corps, I would probably still be living with my mother “figuring things out” like so many in my generation. I highly recommend enlistment to any young man or woman struggling to find their place in the world.
Awesome! So proud of you!
Great on you As Your Brother Let Me Personally Say How Proud I Am That You Have Yourself Together & Living The Life You Want & Deserve.
I feel the same as i joined to survive as well because i would of ended up dead or in prison now i have a much better lifevi can be proud of to do those before and after me proud!
I can relate. My father died when I was 7. After H.S., I went to college and it took me 3 years worth of college to realize how lost I was. I joined the Marines in Dec. of 1970. I spent New Years Eve standing at attention on the "yellow footprints" at San Diego. From the time I got out of Boot Camp until this point in time, I feel that every male or female should graduate H.S., and as they walk off the stage, go and get on an olive drab bus which takes them to some branch of the military for a minimum of 2 yrs. enlistment.
As an Navy veteran, I too have the same story. It gave me confidence and strength that I did not know I had.
It also opens your eyes to the rest of the world. I grew up in a rural area where the demographics were very limited. Everyone goes to boot camp and learn that no one is better than thr other, you are all brothers and sisters and you gain friendships that otherwise you would have never had.
@@Quinid1 so true my brother
The yelling and screaming is to create warriors that are unfazed by anything…Gunfire and explosions everywhere and they can still listen and follow through with the mission…It gets total strangers to bond together and work as a team…The reason it’s still done this way is because it works.
Too bad the sergeant major of the army doesn’t see it that way. Army did away with the “shark attack” and started “the first hundred yards". The shouting, gunfire, and explosions also helps weed out those that can’t handles stress physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Other techniques also work.
@@TheJimprez Not for Marines. Maybe for the AF or Navy. That's a totally different mission though.
Marine Corps bootcamp was the toughest thing in ever had to do in my life. The brutal training turned me into the man I am today. Although the training was tough, it was the best decision I have ever made. Simper Fi Marines
Good morning, Any advice or tips for Marines under student status?
@@walrusplayer don't drink unless you're 21 if you do don't get caught, don't knock up a wook, have fun try to enjoy it and make friends with people if your Mos cause one day they could be your boss
Couldnt have worded that any better. Semper Fidelis
Lol this is the quietest I've heard you all during a video. Boot camp is intense, but so is the fleet and the lifestyle. My training and power in life really didn't set in until I was out for a few years. I struggled for a bit but then I found myself excelling in every environment. Graduated top of my class, and worked into a nice job in a massive corporation. I push harder and can outwork almost anyone, and am incredibly passionate about life and exploration. I love it, because I work hard, then I go home and enjoy the life that I've earned. The Marine Corps really is a gift to young Men and Women who need discipline and direction. Semper Fidelis - Always Faithful
Thank you for reacting to this and, in the process, sharing it. At the end of the video, Mom asked why anyone would want to put themselves through this because, as she noted, "it looks like torture." It was suggested by Dad that we choose to be Marines to serve our country. While that is true, there is a deeper reason for the choice between the branches. We can serve our nation while attending an easier boot camp with more occupational options in the Navy or the Air Force. The Army's boot camp is tough but shorter, and it too has more occupational choices.
So why would we join the Marine Corps? We joined the Corps to be Marines: to wear the uniform of the Marine Corps; to pursue the level of excellence demanded by the Marine Corps; to be warriors as required by the traditions and expectations of the Marine Corps. We are not angels, we are what the Germans called us when they first encountered us in WWI at the Battle of Belleau Wood: "Teufel Hunden." We translate that phrase as-and call each other to this day-Devil Dogs, but the phrase's meaning when correctly translated means Hounds of Hell. That is what we are and that is what we are all about: we are the hounds America summons from Hell itself when it needs us, and it is our Honor to have served her as such. I served a few decades ago. I am not as mean and not nearly as lean as back then, but we are Marines until the day we die at which point we are issued a duty belt, a rifle, and five rusted rounds so we can finally become dogs who guard the gates of Heaven wearing olive drab wings and ill-fitting boots, remaining Marines. Semper fidelis.
Thanks again. May God bless you all.
Thank YOU for your services.
Semper Fi Brother! We’ll said. ERRRR!
Lady squid here, love the marines. My time was also decades ago.
It feels like I should be hearing general quarters called by now, but so far, nothing. We gonna do this, or not?
Semper Fi!
Not as mean not as lean .. lol my daughter found my old cammies(before digital) now she wears them and while I'm not huge was surprised they fit her and I was that small .. told her that's what all that running and courses did kept me lean and mean .
I'm a lifetime Soldier with 25 years on active duty and 47 months deployed to combat. My Marine brothers and sisters have my heartfelt respect.
Thank you for your service to our country. God bless you.
Semper Fi Brother.
Thank you for your service soldier. Huah
Thank you for your service!
A young family friend who had just graduated Marine boot camp, was talking about how hard the final stage called ‘Citidel’ was. My Dad, who had gone through Marine Basic training, in 1952, quietly sat listening. After talking for quite awhile, the young Marine stopped and looked at my Dad… He asked him ‘Sir, Where did you do your
‘Citidel’ at? Without blinking, my Dad turned to look at him and said one word…..”KOREA”. The Conversation
Ended there. Semper Fi, Dad. RIp 🇺🇸
I was in form 2004 to 2008, Was having almost this same conversation with my neighbors kid who was home on boot leave from PI and asked me the very same question....
I answered with..."IRAQ". again lol, the conversation ended!
It's crucible not citadel.The credentials is a university
My Grandmother, Grandfather, Aunt, Uncle, and Father were all in the Marines Corps. So proud of their service!
I joined the Marines at 17 and I learned so many valuable life skills during my 4 years. I would not be where I am today had I not joined. I was a freshman in high school when 9/11 occurred and that played a big role in my decision to join. People thought a cheerleader could not become a Marine and I never liked being underestimated so I also wanted the challenge. I will always be willing to give my life to protect and defend our constitution.
Thank you for your service Marine!
Man... A cheerleader turned Marine. You're a brave woman to take up the uniform like that. Especially in the wake of 9/11. I'll bet you were on fire to join.
Did your drill instructors ever make fun of you for that? I have to imagine you had some zingers coming your way.
Wow. Thank you for your service. That’s incredible.
God bless and take care sister I to swore an oath.
Thank you for your service
As a retired jarhead, I think my Grandfather taught me the best lesson ever about being in. He was a WW2 Army Air Corps veteran in the South Pacific. Right after my cousin and I returned from our first deployment he told us " Those who have been understand, and those who haven't never will." Truer words I have never heard. The war will never end inside.
Isn’t that the truth! My husband is a former Combat Marine and struggles at times.
I greatly appreciate you and your Grandfather's service! That is a great quote, and so true like you said! The story's I listened to from my Father, Brother, Uncle and other Family and friends... It's humbling and puts in great perspective but us civilians definitely will never fully understand! God Bless America and God Bless all of you!!
Like a saying I saw. For those who have fought for it. Life and freedom has a taste and a flavor the protected will never know
As an army vet with an Army Air Corps grandfather in the south pacific as well (now belated). Thanks for this.
@@wishwise0 I was on my 5th and last deployment fourteen years ago when my grandfather died. 91 years old and still as tough as they come. I was amazed at the contract he signed. He joined December 15 1941 and the term of enlistment was "48 months or duration of war" now that's dedication.
My son graduated the Marine corps in June. We went to San Diego for his graduation. Proudest moment of my life.
I served 4 years in the Corps. The pride is still feel 10 years later is incredible. I love my Corps
Thank you for your service!
If you loved it so much, why did you get out early???? You only served 4 years!! Couldn't have loved it too much!! 🤣🤣🤣
You can be arrested for abandoning your duty station or going “AWOL” in any military branch. You sign yourself to minimum 4 years of service.
Not only that, but if you go AWOL for 30+ days it becomes desertion. That means brig time (marine corp jail essentially) and during times of war desertion = death penalty.
We called it going UA (Unauthorized Absence).
There are 2 years and 3 1/2 year contracts as well
Kind of, they don't really actively hunt people down. I used to work on the GI Rights hotline and was amazed to discover that in the AWOL policy in every branch there is one office at a particular place, on base, it's different for each branch. That if you make it there they wipe the slate clean. But you have to make it there, it's like they are rewarding being intelligent. It's deep in the policy literature
@@whatabouttheearth In my younger years, I'd have been just that person to test that policy. Not on purpose initially, but once aware of it if in a compromised situation, I'd put it to use. It's really probably a good thing I never served...lol The way I see it, I did the country a favor by not embarking on that mission but I will say that I have the upmost respect and admiration for those who do. Thank each of you for your service. God Bless!
The term “desertion” is only used during times of war. Other than that, you can be UA (unauthorized absence) from your post. Both offenses are chargeable crimes under the Uniformed Code of Military Justice. Most Marines, myself included pride ourselves on never finding out what happens if you do either. Also, YES we can smile/laugh… when we are given permission. 😂
After being “unauthorized absence” for 30 days, it’s considered desertion…doesn’t have to be in wartime. Wartime caries worse punishment…
well, no, 30 days is awol, 60 is desertion
@@ciphestor United States Marine Corps doesn’t use the term AWOL
what.. the ucmj applies to all branches, what are you talking about
@@d3vildog scratch that, looked it up, I see what you mean. Mc doesn't use the term, just broadly uses ua
I remember when my nephew was getting ready for this. He talked to me everyday before he went to Paris Island. I worried about him a lot. I just wanted home to not give up! This training is so good for them. It teaches them discipline under stress. You have to have that to fight a war.
@Gregg Alexander You are 100% correct. I am an army veteran and my drill instructors were no joke in basic. I remember when I came home from Afghanistan and I was sleep in the passenger of my truck while my wife was driving on the freeway. I woke up to her screaming while the truck was spinning on ice ( I live in Michigan). I looked up and quickly and calmly while the truck was spinning accessed the situation. I seen all the traffic behind us stopped. The car to the right of us was spinning away from us and we were spinning toward the center divide wall. I told my wife in the plainness voice "We're going to hit the wall twice and stop." That's exactly what happened lol. My wife still brings that up to this day and that happened in 2013 lol. Sorry for the long comment but what you said was spot on.
My husband served in the Marines and retired from the Army, spending a combined 30 years in the military. He talks sometimes about the differences between the two branches, but they are the same where it counts: training people to do their part for the war effort. In all the years I've known him, he never ceases to amaze me when a crisis comes up. He steps up, formulates a plan rapidly, and moves out...while simultaneously telling me what I should be doing in the situation and making sure me and our kids are safe. It's like his mind goes into warp speed and his reactions and decisions are like lightning. I know that we are always safe and protected when he is there. He was formed in the Marines and became a leader in the Army, and he utilized the best of both in Iraq and Afghanistan.
I’m happy to see that this family has a close bond with each other. If only more families were collectively together like this family. Lots of love. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
To answer the little girl's question: "Do they ever laugh...." YES! We have a lot of fun outside of these videos! Even when deployed there is a lot of fun to be had! Unfortunately fun is very contextual and it depends on where we are and how bored we are! But we always maintain the highest levels of respect and integrity!
"Marine" is a title earned that you carry with you through life. Anything can be taken away from you, the title Marine stays with you. Once a Marine, always a Marine Semper Fi
And Marines wonder why the other branches considered them a cult...
@@TheScaryjello best cult ever
@@TheScaryjello We're not a "Branch". We are a Breed.
Gay
Unless you're a deserter or a traitor.
Marines definitely smile. Most often they're told not to smile when on camera. Always have to keep their "bearing". Marines are honestly some of the most silly people you'll meet when they get to be themselves and don't have their superiors nearby watching.
Marines and rangers are always a lot of fun to watch in the bars then the Navy seals have to come to the rescue
That's military life
Gotta admit we have some stupid ideas too for fun not all safe
My father's now retired but he served in the Marines and, as a little kid, he was always a softie and smiley with me - when I was older (my parents divorced at this point), my mom told me how he used to be one of those drill instructors which blew my mind b/c he never showed anything like that at home that I can recall... I'm still super proud of him and all of my family members who served in the military - they went through so much and have earned my respect for their service ❤
Definitely. Just check out VetTV’s channel. Some of the FUNNIEST mofos I’ve ever seen.
14:06
They used to not play sounds, but actually fire live rounds above their heads a while back, don't remember when it changed
TEXAS LOVES YOU GUYS!!!! I served 26 Years in the Marine Corps. My wife also served and we have been dedicated to each other for 37 years. Proof Marines Never Quit. lol Keep up the good work. We share these vids with our grandaughter. AWESOME!
I am a Marine. I enjoyed watching you guys experience what we go through to earn that title. To answer one of the questions asked. We become Marines because we want to challenge ourselves to be the best version of ourselves that we can. The Marine Corps offers that challenge. Strength of Mind and Body. Best decision i've ever made.
Thank you for your service Marine! 🤙
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your service to our country. God bless you.
Thanks you for your service! 🙇♂️
God bless you!!!
This was one challenging thing I've been through and I do not regret it, it helped me a lot. Semper Fi Marines!
Thank you for your service.
Thank you for your service
As a gulf war veteran US Marine, every time i see these videos it brings me back to those days , 3 months of hell that made me a marine, i carry that with pride to this day
18:20: Leaving a post without permission outside of combat is called going AWOL, and it can come with some pretty severe penalties in your military career. Typically if you’re AWOL for more than 30 days or abandon your duties during combat, that is desertion and will generally result in a trip to a federal prison.
If it’s in a war time environment: death
Up to thirty (30) days, Unauthorized Absence (UA). After thirty (30) days, Absent Without Leave (AWOL).
If you have your military i.d., it's ua
In the Marine Corps it’s called going UA.
Back in the early '80's a friend of mine enlisted in the Marines, and he spent his sign on bonus on a Harley (I think it was a Superglide). He drove the bike home in nice weather on weekend leave in late November. When it came time to go back, he rode away on the bike in a freakin BLIZZARD, because he didn't want to be considered AWOL. He made it, from PA to NC, about 600 miles in terrible weather, and to this day I don't know how he pulled it off.
Went through that on Parris Island, South Carolina, 27 years ago to earn the title of United States Marine. Proudest moment of my life.
16 years ago for me. And yes, we do smile.
Agreed!!! I graduated Parris Island in December of 1994. Proudest damn moment of my life. Would do it all over again. My job was a jet engine mechanic for the 46 helicopter. I am still proud to this day...
My brother was in there about that time.
Same, Brother. 'Rah. PLT 2046 Follow Series Echo Company, 2d RTBN. Graduated 6 January 1995.
@@syndicalist702 Rah! 3rd BN, Mike Co., PLT3038
I did so many low crawls during the crucible, it felt like hundreds of yards. I developed scabs and sores on my elbows that didn't go away for weeks
Same...
Lol Just did it like 2 weeks ago... Sweep Sweep Pull
The drill instructor sees a mud puddle. Contact front, then low crawl until both you and your rifle are completely caked in mud. Then repeat about 20 more times just in the first day.
This brings back many memories of our daughter going through Parris Island. She made it! Her hubby retired after 20 years as Master Sgt! So proud of both of them! We were able to see all of these areas at her graduation. She was stationed at PI so we were able to visit her from FL.
Marines saved my life in Afghanistan and for that I'm eternally grateful..:)
Eh doubt that but ok lol
I served four deployments in Afghanistan
@PupAquarius 97 I did okay your welcome now chill its just a video with a great family
@PupAquarius 97 why do you say that?
@@XCforever_ which branch?
I still remember being done with the crucible and after that hike back.... We all cried when they gave us our Eagle, Globe, and Anchor lol
I had buddies to my left and right that did too.
Semper Fi.
Same feeling in 1996 after road marching 12 plus miles back from the army infantry final FTX and you stop for a 5 minute break with a mile remaining to put your blue lens in your flashlight. Then when you get back to the barracks they hand out the blue cords. I was 17 years old for the entirety of boot camp 🥴
@@TexanUSMC8089 semperfi
Man I cried when I got mine too. Still the greatest feeling in the world
Our military is an all volunteer military as a mother and grandmother it makes me very proud of our military
That is a strength of our republic that it is a volunteer force
What enticed me to the Marine Corps is others saying “I couldn’t” or “I would never” do that. That is where I wanted to be, places where people fear going. The challenge is the motivation to start, my brothers there with me is the reason to finish. Still to this day, a decade after leaving the Marine Corps hearing someone admitting they can’t or won’t do something challenging motivates be to not only do it but excel.
I was told the same thing when I joined the navy your to weal you won't make it through basic the shock on their face when I came home after basic PRICELESS
Thank you for your service
Some of the best times of my life have been my serving years. When you go through tough times you learn what people are made of and let's you trust others.
Not to mention our sick sense of humor. It helps us deal with those tough times. It just means we have a thicker skin at the end of the day.
Great work with your Family. It's all about shared experiences.
Canadian by the way.
I got out a little over a year ago. Watching this brought a whole lot of memories back. It feels like both yesterday and a lifetime ago at the same time
That’s so true!!!!
Thank you for your service. I’ve stated several times, service men and women are heroes.
Thank you for your service
Being a United States Marine is the pride of knowing you're a part of a brotherhood. The proudest branch of the military. The few the proud the Marines is more than a slogan. It's a creed. I went through Marine Corps boot camp at Parris Island S.C. We had 43 men, out of 95 graduated. I was proudly among the 43. The Marine Corps has the most storied past of all branches of the military.
No it doesn't. It has a glorious and honorable history, but not the most storied.
God Bless all of our Soldiers, Thank you for your service and for the sacrifices you make to protect us, I love you all and I'm eternally grateful to each and every one of you..
i love how the kids sat up straight too at 16:50. Man that was gold 🤣❤
as a marine who just got out of bootcamp, the video does and doesn't do what bootcamp really was, it kinda scratched the surface, but it does give a good peep behind the curtain for people who dont know what really goes on at bootcamp
This video brings back memories and warms my heart!! I've still active duty and have been a Marine for 18 years... we're all normal people with a calling to be the best. It's very tough at times... but overall this is the easiest most fulfilling job I've ever had!! Cheers!
It was just as you saw it and more. The mental aspect is what separates us from most. I graduated this past August, and I can say the brotherhood is real and the lifestyle is worth it in the end. The upmost respect for the brothers that went through it with me and the ones who did it way before I was born. Once a Marine always a Marine, Semper Fi
That’s true boot but once you hit the fleet you realize that “brotherhood” isn’t there always and takes your motivation away pretty quickly. This is coming from someone who been in the fleet for a year now.
@@trajectory6606 yeah I'm a month away from the fleet, thanks for the advice
Brother you are so boot it isn't even funny lol. I got out 2013 been to Iraq and Afghanistan (sadly you won't see either probably, yes probably cause we will always have boots on the ground anywhere we just don't know....trust me). And the brotherhood is real and yes there are bad apples. My advice for you is stay away from the ones who are always getting yelled at. Idk your MOS but I was 1341 (heavy equipment mechanic) and I never did my job. I guarded the wire in Afghanistan. Be nimble and adapt to everything thrown your way. PT is key. It sucks running in moon dust with 80 lbs on your back with rounds are coming down range. Be safe devil pup and Semper Fidelis. Also get use to saying Semper gumby lol
@@tjfinn2644 Tight, yeah looking on it now I roast junior Marines for being "boot af"😂. Appreciate the advice
@@kylemarx01 junior Marines? You graduated in august...you are a junior Marine
I'm damn proud to have served eight years in my beloved Corps. Semper fi!
Thank you for your service.
Oh-rah, Marine!
Semper Fi Brother!
Thank you for your service
As a former Marine musician...that drum routine at the beginning is forever stuck in my head. I was stationed in San Diego and did so many recruit graduations, and that's what the percussion section used to march the recruits onto the parade deck. Fortunately, I was mostly doing drum major work by that point, lol.
too all the men and women talking about their sons and daughters going into or graduating boot camp, it just gets harder. Stay strong for them, as a brother of a marine who just returned from Kabul, Afghanistan. Semper Fi families.
I love how all the documentaries about basic training, no matter what branch, don’t show the true graphic moments. There’s a lot that the general public probably shouldn’t see, to be honest😅
Lol, I was just thinking that. These videos don’t even really touch the surface
Big facts
Some of the stuff that happened in basic, would not be seen favorably in the eyes of the public.
True
Lemme guess spitting, punching, kicking, blood, puke, fighting, cursing throwing things?
My daughter is in Army basic training right now. 10 weeks 4 days. Its insane the amount of things they have to go through. So proud of all of our soldiers
From NH appreciate her service!!
Thank her for her service and good luck to your family
God bless our HEROS
i leave on the 5th
@@LR-kc2if where are you headed?
Both of my boys are marines, they are 18 and 19 years old! And I am very proud of them! Marines are one of the toughest in our military! I’m new to your channel and I love how your family seems to love the United States. You seem like an amazing family, keep up the great videos! Originally from California, but I now live in Utah so love from Utah!! P.s I also got my mom watching your videos!❤
I love you guys, its so awesome seeing you react to our culture. We have such a bad reputation as cocky Americans but we have beauty and goodness as well. Keep making videos and I'll keep liking.
Former drill instructor here. This brings back memories. Good times.
Thank you for your service, sir!
@@JG-od3xy Was he your DI?
@@ILS_Aviation it's a typo. I'm pretty sure he's saying that drill instructors in general changed his life.
AYE SIR
Fun fact: when I went through back in 2014 one of the sounds they played over the loud speakers during the crucible was the d-day scene from Saving Private Ryan. I remember distinctly stopping mid crawl and going "is that fucking Tom Hanks yelling?" Before realizing where it was from
“Covering fire”
I remember San Diego. I’m proud of all of them. They are doing a amazing job. Including my husband. And to the families. Thank you for be there and supporting them. Thank you for for your sacrifices when they have to leave.
Seriously love your videos. You folks are welcome to come visit America any time u want! We would be blessed to have you and your lovely family! Live the “5 reasons you shouldn’t mess with America’s millitary”. Living in America, I sometimes forget not everyone has the millitary protection we do. Was very cool to see you and your family say you feel more safe with America’s millitary being strong! You are. We love New Zealand here in the states!
We joined for many reasons, whether it be free college, financial stability, military family tradition, or just to experience the challenge. Suffering together brought all of us closer. Even though we all went our separate ways, I made many lifelong friends from boot camp that I still talk to and visit to this day.
Female Marine here! Proudest and greatest moments of my life. I'd do it all over again too.
Thank you for your service
Sempre Fi sister
The fewer.....
Oorah sister!
Rah
my 19 year old grandson is a Marine finishing up his schooling in Florida to become an air traffic controller,he did his basic training at San Diego
US Marine Corps veteran here, let me explain a few things just to clear things up:
1) this video is actually quite tame. Trust me, they barely showed just how much screaming is actually done. This is often the case when cameras are around, because the corps tries to avoid any scandals involving what some people would consider “abusive behavior” (even though they’re training you to go to war lol). There are plenty of other videos that show more what it’s like.
2) technically speaking, you can’t just up and leave, however you can get what’s called a “failure to adapt” charge. It means exactly what it says. You’ve failed to adapt to not only military life, but the Marine Corps life as well. Usually this ends with the individual receiving an”general” or “other than honorable” discharge. Which is not good. Really the only discharge that is the best option to get is an honorable discharge.
3) boot camp is simply the stepping off point. After you graduate, you go to Marine Combat Training and receive 1 month of infantry training regardless of your MOS in the military. If you’re an infantry Marine, you go to the Infantry Training Battalion instead of MCT. ITB is usually another 3 months (at least when I was in). After that, all non infantry Marines go to their job school. Eventually, you all go to the fleet Marine force where you continue to train at your unit.
Hope this helped spread some knowledge!
Thank you Sir for your service to Our Nation God Bless The 🇺🇸 USA
I concur
@@danieldunn6284 Thank you Sir for your service to Our Nation
This is waaaaaaaaaaay tame to the reality of Boot Camp at P.I. Sadly, a lot has changed with todays "Woke Culture" from the way it used to be when I was in.
General discharge is the same as honorable when it comes to benefits. OTH discharge just means you won't rate many benefits vets get.
The Air Force Special Forces are called "Pararescue". They are the ones that go behind enemy line to rescue downed pilots and other trapped personnel. Trained extensively in warfare, tactics, evasion, and medical. Pretty hardcore. Check them out.
Also Combat Air Controllers attached to Special Forces Command are often considered SpecOps as well
But that’s not their bootcamp 😂 just like seals isn’t a bootcamp
@@kocher_time8257 what are you going on about op was giving an example. Weirdo
Pararescue are a crazy bunch.
My dad went through Camp Pendleton in San Diego back in the 1960’s. He was always very proud of his time in the Marine Corps. Despite how tough boot camp is, one of the main objectives is to teach the recruits how to work cohesively with their fellow marines. They have to work together and trust each other to survive in combat. They have to learn to identify as a marine, and not the individual that they were before they signed up. That’s why the drill instructor talked about breaking them down and building them back up into what the marine corps needs them to be. Marines are considered the toughest soldiers, because they are “the first in and the last out” of the battlefield.
OOH, OOH RETREAT HELL!!!
My dad served 9 and a half years in the United States Marine Corp. He joined in 2001 when the Afghanistan War started. Yet I was very young at the time I remember living in Camp Pendleton and watching my dad leave for Afghanistan not knowing why he was leaving and not understanding that he might never come home. He was deployed for almost an entire year. And when I finally saw him at school I cried so damn much. We eventually moved to Camp Lejeune in early 2010 and we stayed there until my dad was honorably discharge because of his heath. Now we live in California and my parents are sadly divorced but i still see my dad often. I feel bad tho because now he suffers with PTSD and whenever he hears fireworks he has a panic attack.
@@rilezz83 I’m sorry he suffers from PTSD, and I hope he was able to get some help for that from the VA. Please extend my thanks for his service to our country. 😊
My Dad was at Camp Pendleton from ‘62-66. Wonder if your Dad was in at the same time😊
@@filmsensei my dad started boot camp in June of 1960, so I’m guessing they would’ve overlapped. 😊
Marine Corps is a brotherhood. The shit you go through with your Marine buddies happens nowhere else! Glad to have served in the Marines. Semper Fidelis!
I come from a line of military men but I was the first Marine in the family. My son wanted to go in the military after high school and I tried to get him to go into the Air Force due to the education.
I came home from work one day and saw my son sitting on one couch and a Marine wearing cammies sitting on the other couch. I looked at my son and I said I thought we talked about the Air Force. He looked me dead in the eye and said I want to do what most people don't have the balls to do. You can't argue with that. And so my son and I both served in the Marine Corps. Father and son by blood Brothers by the Corps!
Semper Fi Marines!
Thank you both for your service!
Brings memories back for this old Marine, I graduated 6 October 1975. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.
Thank you from someone who is regrettably 4f but who has had family members serve across generations. My grandfather saw action in World War II in the Pacific and later in Korea. My father was a Navy flyer, a gunner, in the Navy's smallest most dangerous bomber. My mother served in the air force during peacetime in the 1950s and my brother was a Marine who fought in Vietnam. Most recently, my nephew served in the National Guard. I'm proud of them all. Peace through strength: physical, mental and spiritual.
@@baxtercol That’s a hell of a family you’ve got there, must be pretty lit
The best they come! We lost my dad at 94. He taught us how to live and die while saying very little but living very much. Faith and Integrity go a long way. Thank you for noticing. God bless!
@@baxtercol I'm sorry to hear that, but I hope that he lived a good life. Glad that his influence was very impactful for you and your family!
You graduated about 1 month after I arrived... Semper Fi, Brother.
I'm a Marine who graduated from PI 20 years ago. Life changing, life fulfilling, life long brotherhood in the best organization. Love my Marine Corps, and y'all too! Great video!
Thank you for your service.
Semper Fi Brother!
I lost my moms best friend in iraq he got cancer whie.fighting i wantes to do.militry i did rotc amd we sat down. He talked aboit saddams palce hom having gold all in house. And raids when u see famlys. They had lot good times and bad he aide lot marines and army. Mistreated. The iraqs at first becaise 911 and. There was lot misrreat ment but he was proud and my grandpap.was army sargent. And my brother in law started as e 9 nuclear egninger officer and now is 05 captine. Worming way close.to admrial amd he loves his work reguardless wjat presdent. He side hes are commanding oficer ans pentgon is our top offclas but i wanted say thank u for your service full.metal jacket. And pride is what made me wanna do it i never did it becaise moms deah i lost my grand pap witj ddemchia and. Moms best passed with cancer. He was out so we use talk about. It and i lobd hearing good things but with good there is bad. But thank u with ur service
AWOL is absent without leave, and is punishable with an article 86, which gets you a court martial, which can be confinement up to 30 days and reduction of pay, or jail time and/or a dishonorable discharge. Desertion (article 85) is an automatic court martial under dishonorable discharge and sentencing to the brig 2-5 years, then jail when you get out if your enlistment ends while in the brig. Desertion is usually during times of war, or essential posts. It is treated drastically different than just AWOL.
Offloading all my TH-cam channels that aren’t contributing to the unity of the planet. Happily came across this wonderful family! I love you guys already!
My daughter was in Marine Corp for 4 years and I'm so very proud of her.