No throats were harmed in this video

Where tears comming from? “Eye sir”

Great advices: 1.) avoid creating unwanted attention. 2.) observe everything around. 3.) be a team player. 4.) Don't quit / Never give up.

Every Marine vividly remembers boot camp, their drill instructors, and the others that were in your platoon. My best memory was when a platoon one week ahead of us in the cycle tried to march through our formation as we were forming up outside the chow hall up north. Our drill instructor was still inside. As they tried to come through our ranks, one of our squad leaders threw a punch, and both platoons broke ranks and started throwing down. There was a huge ass dust cloud. Our guide grabbed their guidon from their guide, broke it over his knee, and shoved it in their guide’s face, likely breaking his nose. The DI from the other platoon thought it would be funny to step up and challenge us. But he didn’t expect his platoon to get their asses kicked. Our DI came out and yelled at us that Marines are not gang members and that it was a disgrace, etc. But when we got back to the squad bay, he said “Ears. That was fucking badass, good to go?” It was one of the rare times we got approval from our DIs in boot camp. I told this story when I was on leave back home after graduation to another guy that was working with me in the recruiter’s office for recruiter’s assistance. He was a week ahead of me. He was in the other platoon lol. So we went to the other side of the country one week apart, were part of a platoon-vs. platoon fight involving a couple hundred recruits, and then laughed about it back home. By the way. F*** you, Alpha Company. Golf Company owns you. 😂 2005

RIP my ears 0:00 - 1:05:15 Edit: It's crazy to look back at this video after serving 3 and a half years into my Army career. It's even crazier to think how much I have changed since I graduated high school.

Sergeant: hba ajjsjeke ajjsjdjd you understand? Newly recruit: Aye Sir!!! Yes Sir!

this is one of the most courageous shit you could do as a human being. voluntarily going through a training like this while knowing one day they could/will go to war and face death takes some serious balls. mad respect!!!

Thanks for posting this. I am an Army Veteran , but my 16 year old wants to be a Marine. This can only show him a mere hint of what's coming

Sergent: أنها حقا جميلة جدا وما هي ك Recruit: Aye Sir!

this is how call of duty should start out

Enormous respect to any one who signs up first this. It cannot be easy to have a DI in your face like that

To all of these young men. Thank you for your service.

Man something about those drill instructors remind me of my mother

I love how the comments range from years ago to 17 seconds ago

3:59 “Green bag” “Step back” “PUT IT IN THE GREEN BAG” that has the same energy as a police officer telling someone to put their hands above their head and behind their back at the same time.

I would never make it through training like this. Marines are pretty amazing people. You can't help but have alot of respect for them

I love how the sergeant @ 4:43 forgot he was at work for a second there, the first time he asked for the recruit's ID.

When I first joined military. Sergent was speaking and screaming so fast that I couldn't understanding anything. I busted in uncontrollable laughter yet every body around me were serious. Trust me I regret that day on my entire life

It's been over 30 years and I still remember all my Drill instructors even my Commanding officer. I never forgot the yelling and screaming but I know now it was for my own good. They trained us the best way they knew it worked too.

Yup. The good old days for me was 1971 plt. 2134 12/06/1971. Wow now I just drink a few beers and wish I could do it again. “ SEMPER FI MARINES “ ALWAYS THIS YOU ‘ LL NEVER FORGET .

Why am I watching this at 4 in the morning

10:28 I don't think Moses himself could've parted that crowd any better.

Respect to the camera crew. That squad bay was chaotic enough as a recruit. I can hardly imaging managing an expensive piece of camera equipment through all of that.

It doesn't mean that drill instructors of today are soft. But me having watched movies like Fullmetal Jacket, they seem to be a bit chilled down compared to the ones from the conscription era of the 1950s - 1960s. No foul language, no verbal abuse and no bullying a particular recruit. Drill sergeants treat everyone equally and are quite fair.

I love how the dude broke character at 4:44 and spoke in a normal voice then immediately realized he needed to be intimidating.

23:58 “Who is confused?” Whisper: “It’s same shit we do every day...”

I was in the navy and got out in 2014. Never experienced anything like this at all, and I still like watching these videos.

When these recruits graduate they can really be proud of something They truly earned. The right to be called a US Marine! God bless you all

12 Marines, a Navy medic and an Army soldier died today. They all went through this, when they were young, full of courage and hope. May God the Father keep them in His Glory.

Mom: what were his first words? Drill sergeant: AYE SIR!! Mom: awwwww!

My kid attender Naval Training Center Great Lakes. Once graduated He attended field medical school @ Camp Pendleton. When he graduated FMS he chose to serve w USMC. So, he then had to go thru USMC bootcamp. After he was discharged he signed on w Sheriffs dept & attended their training academy. The kid completed more bootcamps than any mortal man should ever have to. !

It's weird, I watched this video before I went but watching this again I remember everything. I know exactly where they are at during every scene it really just puts things into perspective

Drill Instructor: agfht fhdd bnf zhsbhfeh, you understand?! Recruits: AYE SIR! Me: *visible confusion*

i enjoy watching these videos in my comfortable bed

I'm enjoying watching this early in the morning where there is no people surrounded me, having a nice breakfast and enjoy the cold weather,well done marines,salute you and support you all the way,thanks for keeping us safe ..we proud of you *salute sir*

When I went through MCRD, San Diego, We were taught a technique, called thrust and jab and hook. It always worked for me.

RIP drill instructors vocal cords...

This isn’t for everyone. Most cannot do it due to physical limits, mental capacity or whatever reasons they can type up. All these young men accepted the challenge and get my respect ✊

I remember that drill instructor getting on the bus like it was yesterday I remember every second of it that feeling of pulling onto MCRD when the drill instructor stepped on the bus you can feel it deep in your stomach I wish I had finished boot camp only made it to t-28 and got a stress fracture I would love to feel that feeling again of pulling onto MCRD

37:26 this man right here will be burned into my memory forever. He was the J Hat in my platoon, in fact this section is my company so I'm in there somewhere. But the pointing was emblematic of him specifically. During IT he often wouldn't say anything, just pointing up and down to indicate the direction in which to slay ourselves. Dude was as loud as any other drill instructor, but he knew he could command presence with silence. Sergeant Neitzschman was fucking monster, even got a Navy Com in the middle of my cycle for saving a kid who's fucked up dad nearly threw off a bridge. I respect and remember all 3 of my DIs but I regard this man as THE drill instructor that's stuck with me.

4:44, when you want to be a nice guy and whisper "where is your id" but then remember your a USMC DI 😂😂😂

I finally understand why the recruits needed the mouth guards. It was so they could speak the same language as the sergeants.

I went through bootcamp at Marine Recruit Depot San Diego (same place as in the video) in July of 2001 to October 2001, platoon 1093, Delta. This video gave me serious flashbacks and the chills. I love it!

Hats off to all the military and the all the soldiers and recruits who went through this rigorous training and to defend our country and our rights as well as me getting to enjoy the freedoms and pleasures of me just watching this video from the comforts of my own home and while laying in my cozy queen sized bed without any worries. May god bless these young folks as they get prepared and to serve our country and. They all have my respect and i honor these folks to the full. I couldn do what they do. Plus kidney failure has a deep hold on me.

i feel like I lost my voice watching this.

4:44 when you’re a nice guy normally but then remember you’re supposed to be a Marine Drill Instructor

yes, for those who think of joining. Been there and done that. MCRD 1981. Grad and a Marine afterwards. Once a Marine - ALWAYS a Marine. Semper Fi

The place has hardly changed. The receiving and barracks are exactly the same. This was the best video I've seen regarding boot camp at MCRD San Diego.

TimeStamps: 00:00 Introduction 1:36 Inspection 5:37 Haircuts 7:06 Rules/Instructions 17:38 Learning to hold weapon 22:15 Training course 23:56 Second training course 27:28 Senior drill instruction inspection 32:50 Third training course 38:52 Training to fall 40:45 Walking down wall 48:18 Weapon melee practice 53:06 Water training 1:03:28 Target practice 1:03:40 Conclusion

10:29 Nigga split them faster than Moses split the red sea

This recruit arrives Tuesday September 19 2023 sir! This recruit is very pumped and exited sir! Semper fi till I die!!! Marine corps!

I stood On the yellow footprints Aug 8, 1988, the absolute best start of my life.

The most torturous version of Simon Says. Ever.

The beginning of the bus ride was so peaceful

Thank you all for your service

Takes me back. I hope to visit MCRD San Diego again one day and just see everywhere I was.

Holy shit. I went to basic in 2009 and the same lady was there cutting hair lol.

This energy is infectious. Feel like I want to go break some shit now!

It came to my mind the great scene from Full Metal Jacket with the drill instructor and how hard he was with the boys. One of My favourites kubrick's movies.

Watching this encourages me to join the military one day

7:51 new character unlocked.

I was so happy when my drill instructor got laryngitis from yelling at us.

Went through it back in 07. Do remember one time clearly thinking, “good lord this is 16 weeks long?!” But, for the most part it wasn’t bad. At least for me, I just know how to tune out all the noise while focusing and listening to what I have to. You’d be surprised how fast the time goes once you’re rolling.

Watching this while working out. #motivated

The film making is amazing. No narration, no titles, just raw video put together to tell the story

It was painful hearing the drill instructors losing their voices. Though I respect the discipline and dedication of continuing to do their jobs.

For anyone thinking this is easy stuff, it ain't. The rapidity, no time to collect yourself, never any rest, exhaustion..... non-stop for 3 months. Changes a guy forever, and for the better

the drill instructor introductions had me shitting my pants ass a new recruit! i look back at it now and remember my sdi scaring tf outta me but also inspiring me to be the greatest man i could be. thank you for that Ssgt Wiley

This looks fun but absolutely terrifying at the same time.

22:53 has to be the funniest yell i ever heard 💀💀

Semper Fi marines. Respect from Fiji 🇫🇯

Ssgt Maldonado instructing the repel tower, he was my J hat when I went to boot camp in Sept of 2016, crazy how time has flown. Semper Fi brothers

4:43 driller forgot for a second that he has to put up a drill show

Boot camp= basically 100% earrape 24/7

These men and women sacrifice so that I may live in safety. God Bless and Keep Them.

Ánimo marines Dios les Bendiga y los cuide de cualquier accidente o enfrentamiento AMÉN

that black drill sergeant lost his voice already😂

watching this just makes me wanna clear my throat every 3 seconds

Our platoon started with 78 and we graduated 47 back in 1976. It was a wake up call and taught you a lot.

God bless the Marines and the USA! 🇺🇸

If you have a Hispanic mother you've already lived this.

11:10 love how he lost his voice from that yelling

Drill sergeants are just a gods of fire. Thank you for a very interesting film with a lot of details.Wbr.

That is a great USMC team. Superb leadership. Ooh rah!

I can barely understand the drill instructor, I would get my ass worked to death

Some of the drill sergeants looked like they were getting light headed

I am a Marine Corps brat. My dad taught me how to repel and we went down Mount Diablo in California when I was a freshman in high school. My dad served in Vietnam now I know the beginning of what he endured I saw what it did to him in the end growing up in the 70s he passed away in 2019 This takes a very very strong person

Parris Island, Platoon 247, 1957. Old Corps. Still alive and kicking! Semper Fi

This shit made me make my bed

4:44 “wait I shouldn’t be this nice “

Watching this on my last day of work. I leave to go do this next monday

Great stuff. Be nice to one another. Be safe out there people. Love to all

43:18: when you're tired of screaming the hole day

I love watching this when I've been a lazy shit bag and lost my bearings. Gets me so pumped.

Am overwhelmed by how these new marines respecting to their drill officer in the bootcamp.thumbs up

The hair cut and shots with the gun I still remember at 82.

They're gonna have to switch drill sergants every 30 minutes because they keep losing their voices lol

4:44 Staff Sergeant actually sounded concerned for a minute about that recruit's ID

Ahhh a year ago today I got my dd214 it's a proper time to watch this

Things have changed. I enlisted for 4 years. I was a recruit at MCRD in 1968 after the TET offensive. I was curious if they built new barracks and obvious they did, We had quonset huts for barracks, one squad for a hut . The head ( latrine ) and showers were in separate huts. The Drill Instructors had a hut. The obstacle course is the same. The majority of my platoon were draftees and if they couldn't cut our bootcamp they were going to the Army, they weren't getting of the military. Things have changed.