Drill Instructor Gives EPIC Speech - United States Marine Corps Recruit Training

[@KGBBooks]

My grandpa was a Drill Instructor. I only ever knew him as a gentle, soft spoken man who was always great to me. I once said to my mom and my uncle that I couldn’t imagine him yelling at recruits like this. They laughed and said he got once got busted down a rank for throwing a smart ass private out a window, and that he occasionally used his DI voice with them when they got unruly. RIP Grandpa (1922 - 2006)

[@sugardaveyyepez134]

SEMPER FI

[@danielkullick872]

Is this the way you think to teach young people to fight a war? Kick them out of a Window?

[@BernieThompso2]

SEMPER FI!!!

[@zzzz-fk8ce]

@@danielkullick872 if you're getting thrown out of a window it either means 1) you arent fit for the job 2) you better do better.

[@bmf0003]

your comment gave me the warm and fuzzies. my platoon's most 'junior' killhat dropkicked a recruit who was sticking his head over the berm during rifle qual before cease fire was called. he ended up suspended for over a week. i respected this drill instructor in particular. after learning my dad was a Master Sergeant in the Corps, he approached me while in formation. asked me about him then said only 'good shit'. he went on to kick the crap out of me all of the way until graduation. He was the one to give me my Eagle, Globe, and Anchor.

[@wukanimation]

This DI is correct. Marines do not steal. They tactically acquire.

[@JP-et2fx]

im dead lmfaoo

[@ananda_miaoyin]

In the Air Force, we would only ´´wrongfully appropriate.´´

[@artombourymenko8403]

LMAO

[@235buz]

Ananda Mañana in 1973 I borrowed an Air Force Jeep at 0200 while drinking some 151.

[@dad3562]

Comodomanz naaaaaah, easy peasy. Just hustle and be loud.

[@calvinsmachone]

This was my DI. During our cycle he was promoted to SSGT. He’s the man that handed me my EGA. I couldn’t forget this dude if I tried

[@184876ela]

What Year?

[@calvinsmachone]

Anon Mouse dude what? Lmao Who is this?! But yes Sgt Garnica was one seriously intense dude.

[@annikarasmussen6616]

Is he single though 😛

[@annikarasmussen6616]

@@alwaysfaithfulalwaysforwar9400 I don't want to hold him down. But he can hold me down as long as he doesn't forget my safe word lol. He seems like a stand-up guy and handsome to boot.

[@دودةكبيرةآه]

Annika Rasmussen with a name like that i ain’t marrying you nor is that other guy

[@nicorsar]

As a college professor let me just say something….this man has great oratory skills. Not just the volume but the words, vocabulary and delivery. He’s great.

[@yjamesbauchert880]

He was trained in that command voice.

[@garydawson-xg5yp]

A Hallmark of Discipline.

[@DarthVader1977]

Just needs to dial it back about 10%, he comes across as slightly cartoonish.

[@LEVELGAZANOW]

@@DarthVader1977another brave keyboard warrior.

[@yjamesbauchert880]

@DarthVader1977 not when you experience it in real time.

[@ryan_cowan]

This was the most epic legal disclaimer I’ve ever heard

[@PinkShades]

It's not a legal disclaimer, it's the tradition of honor, courage, and commitment. It sure as hell is epic though, I was lucky enough to experience it before being separated.

[@MrDavidschloss]

disclaimer? im swiss and do not think that this is a disclaimer. . .

[@ecarohh]

@@PinkShades r/wooooooooosh

[@dizzychineseman7445]

Legall*

[@SPKLifestyle]

😂😂

[@TheConquerer24]

Imagine this was the speech that every child hears to enter the world.

[@samuelhoefling7462]

We’d have a lot less problems

[@spacingbuffalo3415]

In less then a year imma be one of those recruits

[@falks941]

It should be.

[@josephvela1247]

@@samuelhoefling7462 😂 we’d have a lot more alcoholics

[@clarenceyates6844]

@@samuelhoefling7462 ..............

[@oscarjetson128]

Drill Instructor: “If anyone mistreats you, report it to me.” Recruit: "Thank you Sir, I will. You seem very kind, understanding and approachable."

[@logger22]

"If you feel that I've mistreated you, you can report it to the captain."

[@almohvn33]

LOLLLLOLLL

[@soupsandwich5598]

B ryce dude someone did that and got destroyed by our kill hat for a week straight

[@ehlinelawfirmpersonalinjur9130]

#yut

[@shevetlevi2821]

LMAO

[@HorrorMoviesNGuns]

Every Senior Drill Instructor: “Above all else, a marine never lies.” Every Marine Corps recruiter known to exist: *Nervous sweating*

[@USMarineNamVet]

As a marine Vietnam vet...who served 7 hard years as a recruiter, I made it a note to not lie to any of the applicants ..and as ncoic, I frowned on any of my recruiters. Whom I caught making boot camp an easy time. My first 2 years I shipped out 97 to Parris Island..non dropped out for any reason. I carried the career recruiter mos 8412. Went to boot camp in 1965. OoooRah! Semper fidelis ret MSgt

[@gainsandglory6808]

Surprisingly I have never been lied to by a recruiter. Unsurprisingly, I did not join the marines either. Thank you for your service. Legends amongst men

[@Spookybacon]

"You're Recruiter promised you what?" 🤣 Classic for sure but but probably pretty rare. My recruiter was pretty awsome and totally straight up with me.

[@kevinsnell5031]

The first night at Paris Island DI drill instructor asked me who told you to join my Marine Corps boy I did, sir. You just made the biggest fucking mistake of your life and he was going to have me sent back home in a box out of Boot Camp. They already knew they were gonna miss me.

[@marklischak2314]

My recruiter never lied, he may have bent the truth to his needs.... But he never lied

[@LRM135]

How I remember that day over 40 years ago. A marine never forgets his boot camp experience.

[@YouAREyoubeYou]

No forgets their boot camp experience. No one. The first day/night will be stained upon ones memory forever. Nor will you forget your DI/TI

[@ddzombot]

Got to love how Marines always got to pat themself on the back for their "service", gee thanks for CHOOSING to be a paid killer.

[@Sicasevilis]

@joe bruce choose to do something for others without considering yourself at all. until then, you will never understand what it is to kill another human being and the damage taken to our being when we do. your statement is disgusting as i feel insulted to my core having lost so many brothers that were brave enough to face evil and STRONG enough to become evil in order to terminate their targets. fearless driven and selfless. you live today with the freedom to insult others who gave their lives in order for that freedom. you are abhorrent towards the source of your freedom. enough

[@tristanmcallister6854]

Don’t remember this first day but do remember getting my EGA

[@mikehayes607]

@@ddzombot I will gladly pay for your travel to the border of your choice so you can leave this country.

[@gemarcismathis6315]

The authority in his voice and how he carries his self is motivation

[@joeythechin8870]

TOTAL MOTIVATION.

[@luistobar7]

I agree 1000%

[@TheJofrica]

He would make a good WWE wrestler, the verbal skills are all there

[@andrewcarroll2162]

What a load of shite.

[@secretHerbs-kf3bn]

@@TheJofricatrue lol

[@YaBoiShawn]

This was my drill instructor when I was dropped to STC - Special training company. He’s actually one of the coolest drill instructors I’ve had the pleasure of being around. He’s got some amazing story’s. But scary as hell when you piss him off

[@jordanbabbitt8149]

What are you even talking about dude, I’ve never heard of STC...sounds made up

[@ThisAintRerock]

Jordan Babbitt i was in stc as well for 3 months it’s for recruits that get injured or fail their pft

[@YaBoiShawn]

Jordan Babbitt you never heard of it because they don’t want you to. It’s the worst place to be in boot camp

[@YaBoiShawn]

No Fat Chicks what’s your name? I was in stc January-late feb

[@jordanbabbitt8149]

Ya Boi Shawn guess I was just lucky enough to get through without being dropped or anything

[@scp025]

Even as he's screaming, you can recognize the care and concern for each and every recruit in his voice

[@SecretSanctum80]

How time flies 19 years ago I was a recruit. Best 8 years of my life when I was young. I sure do miss the Corps.

[@nealfauver]

That was me 18 years ago, it’s truly wild how fast time goes brother. Semper Fi

[@chief5981]

I was in the Army. Its probably like the Corps autistic brother but I sure miss it every day. 🫡 😢

[@Koldatt]

Thank you all for your service, hope youre doing well in all this shit these days

[@Peakfreud]

I had no idea at the time I would miss it so much. My X.O told me I would when I left. I remember walking off post for the last time had no idea my life would change more than when I walked on post for the first time.

[@billtruthseekertaylor4576]

Remember that You and your fellow Marines are out there among us. Thanks for your service. Semper Fidelis!😊

[@teufelshund3213]

Boot camp. Ahh The good ol’ days. Except the compassion thing. That must be new.

[@rickoshay6554]

Marine Compassion : Now that's a whole 'nother thing from what you're thinking!

[@annaim4tun875]

Compassion?! I must be Old Corps: Parris Island Woman Marine boot camp Series 5 Platoon B 1975.

[@rainyday3492]

If you were treated without compassion, all you needed to do was complain and bring it to the attention of your drill instructor. Problem solved. 😂😂

[@teufelshund3213]

Just for the record. Parris Island, Third Battalion, Platoon 3052

[@Czavala8]

Master of puppets

[@mr.mckinnon5680]

It only took 3 minutes, for that man to do, what the school system failed to do, in 13 years. Inspire, motivate, and educate.

[@TheEvanAlmightyy]

Amen

[@stephenbyrne2170]

It's all about utilizing the proper source of motivation.

[@dorado686]

Semper fi

[@deankostas7214]

At least a few war vet Marine Drill Instructors were not as loud perfuse in the 50s, but just as cold resolute.

[@georgejohnson8674]

Guess who runs the education system here…. Stars with a D

[@dalelibby7099]

I'm up working in the alberta oilsands doing security, some mornings I play this, it keeps me motivated to do my job better. Fair but firm!

[@wolfman205]

There is no better man than the drill instructor of the marine corps! These men will make men, with the exact things that he said. They will not show it, but there is no more compassionate, caring, and overall positive men in the world. Any quitters reflect directly on them, and they will not have it. My son is currently in the corp. and I tell him they are there to help you, not to hurt you. But it won’t be easy, actually, it will be the hardest thing you’ll ever encounter in your life. If you can get through Marine Corps Boot Camp, you can get through anything. Cpl usmc, 1985-1989

[@Jemm1029]

I'm not planning to be a marine, but hearing how this DI give this speech gives me motivation to keep going each and everyday

[@terrykruger1710]

Joe Dimes same here especially what is going on I the US

[@casualpreparedness2347]

I Concur With This Statement. 💯👍👍😎🇺🇸

[@drpamelatomcruise4517]

Thank you

[@tabuilder]

I wasn't planning on being a Marine either, but in 1966 Uncle Wally really didn't much give a shit about my plans.

[@rickhunter-wolff]

NEVER quit. That's not easy. But if you live by that motto, you always win...

[@bfwetzel]

My father was a Marine drill instructor and served in the Korean war. I have pictures of him leading men through drills. Being a marine was one of his proudest accomplishments in life

[@timothyogden9761]

My Dad was a WWII Marine and he loved his family but could recite his serial number anywhere anytime. Very proud of his service. As I am of him.

[@cwr8618]

Marines from the Korean war were hard ass mofos. SF!!

[@mtmadigan82]

Guys like your dad changed my life. It's hard to describe that impact. I have no doubt the recruits he led would say the same. Its a job thats difficult with a lot of sacrafice, that sacrafice was undoubtedly his absence from your family. I just hope you understand the impact he had forming the people that went our to defend our country, and the incredible respect the Marines have for what then have done.

[@Terribleathletes]

Kudos to your Dad. The Korean veterans have been largely ignored/forgotten and it burns me up.

[@명제원-l4d]

Hello, being a Korean, I am eternally grateful for the sacrifices your father and other servicemen made for our country. It’s a shame most of the young people now don’t know about the Korean War. I will always try to remember and also teach others about the war. If your father is still with you, please tell him there still are millions of people in Korea who sincerely appreciate what he has done for our country.

[@jefff9210]

He's an incredible man of honor and mentor. Thank you for your selfless service, Sergeant.

[@lusti6511]

I'm from switzerland but i once had the priviledge to meet a former DI. We were talking and i asked him: "What was your main focus while training soldiers?" His answer was quite simple: "I trained them the way, i'd like them to laying next to me on a battlefield. They do not hesitate to protect me in battle, i do not hesitate to protect them. I didn't made marines, i made brothers in arms."

[@lusti6511]

Teemo Main half correct. The word „Soldier“ has it‘s root in German „Sold“ or lat. „soldo“ which means nothing else than payment for a men under arms. So technically Marines are soldiers in the first place. But they don‘t call themselves „Soldier“ which is interesting, maybe you know why because i don‘t.

[@lusti6511]

Teemo Main So technically everyone who serves in the armed forces is a soldier, but the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard have different names for soldiers under their branch. Mostly troops who execute sea-land warfare are usually part of a Navy but the US Military is an exemption. I don‘t like to insult anyone and if the marines want to call themselves marines, i gonna with it a call them the same. Was just interested, where this „speciality“ comes from.

[@thecupoftruth3508]

Have this guy go to High Schools and drop in visits at ISS detention. Man this country needs a awakening.

[@andrewholsapple407]

The Cup Of Truth *an awakening*

[@thecupoftruth3508]

Andrew Holsapple thanks

[@robertnew4507]

Here's here to that.

[@raintree3383]

are you weak

[@GaiusJuliusCaesar59]

@@raintree3383 What?

[@brandon829]

That’s how it’s done. Every young man should hear that speech

[@tylsimys67]

Absolutely,

[@aoeu256]

Hmm that kind of delivery is what many people like

[@chriseffpunkt4333]

@@aoeu256 being dominated by another dude? Whats next, being buttfucked to create team spirit? I mean, no offense if your're into it.

[@abigailsanchez7722]

I came here because my baby boy just shipped out to the Marines Bootcamp. I’m both excited for him and scared. This is what he wanted for his life but as a mother, I wished he would have chosen a civilian life. I will be praying everyday for him and others.

[@stanleybroniszewsky8538]

When my son was in highschool I told his guidance counselor that I wanted him to join the Corps. He told me it wasn't a good idea because my son, being a Special Needs individual (ADHD, bipolar, learning disabilities, even fine and gross motor skills setbacks) would never be able to cope with being in any Branch of the military. I wish he would have been both mentally as well as physically capable of joining. I guess some people are just not meant for certain things. Best wishes to your son. You may not recognize him when you see him again. I say that in a very positive way.

[@joshuaward692]

He will be more than fine. And it will be one of the proudest moments of your life when you meet him again on that parade deck as a new man. A Marine.

[@yjamesbauchert880]

@@joshuaward692 he will have changed, and you may not recognize him at first.

[@gefleigh4264]

Be better seeing if he can pass royal marine commando training,

[@RolandoHernandez-z1r]

He Will Be Safe Cause He's With His Brothers, They Will Give Their Lives For Him

[@AngelCintiaRockgirl]

He's one of the few instructors I can actually understand.

[@grosebud4554]

@Steve wow you're a arrogant dumb fuck.

[@AngelCintiaRockgirl]

Craig Bartel Worse meaning, not being able to understand anything the D. I. says, yes. Some others might feel the opposite way and think that speaking to understand even more clearly is worse.

[@acoupleofthree3556]

@Craig Bartel - haha...oh yeah! Usually your too destracted by the spit in the face when he talks. It's even better when you get several of them going off on you at once! It's amazing though, by the end of first phase you can understand every word.

[@josephquartaro4999]

@Jeremy Mettler is

[@acoupleofthree3556]

@Jeremy Mettler - I don't think anyone even knows what your problem is. That's because nobody can understand a dang thing you're saying. You're supposed to climb OVER the wall in bootcamp - not through it! 🤯

[@desmondthompson4834]

Every recruit hears this speech when they first meet their drill instructors, it sends chills down your spine. My EDI was promoted to Senior Drill Instructor after our cycle and he rehearsed the speech with the platoon before we left for SOI, it never gets old. It felt exactly the same as a marine. Put us back in recruit mode for a quick second

[@slovak4life1991]

My SDI repeated this speech on our last night before we left for MCT. It got me just as jacked up as it did the first time I heard it. I was ready to run thru walls for him.

[@rusty7984]

My SDI scared someone on fire watch during our Marine Weeks by saying the first few lines of this speech

[@lS-je3ud]

I know you're gonna celebrate the birthday here soon Marine, good to go?

[@snieves4]

Us Army Disabled Veteran here...this speech makes me wanna enlist right now! Semper Fidelis Drill Sergeant!

[@Balboni25]

This video makes me wish I joined the marines instead of the army

[@ithilliongaming8980]

Drill Instructor. Marines don't have Drill Sergeants

[@pawelt.5385]

(Respect) Where did You serve Sir?

[@cahillgreg]

@@pawelt.5385 'Sir' that nauseating US second nature instinct for brown nosing

[@cahillgreg]

Fighting on behalf of others that pay you to do so - because they have a privileged lifestyle to maintain & refuse to risk losing it; they value their lives, but not yours. They unmanned you. Your failure to read their calculated intent rendered you disabled. Yours is not a comment to heed.

[@modifiedprogramjam4830]

The most motivational speech ever. Still gives me chillz

[@smar5812]

My dad was a Sargent, fought Korea and the rules were same in our house. You will listen to you parents, treat all with dignity and respect, stealing, Lying or do honesty we’re not tolerated. Hard work was expected, you will always give 100% and you will all take care to protect the family. As tough as Dad was, we never ever dared to cross mom.

[@VirginiaPrepper]

I agree 100%. My dad was a staff sergeant in the Air Force during Vietnam and my grandfather was a Sergeant during WWII and growing up you did what you were told when you were told. No back talk, to interrupting when adults were talking, speak only when spoken too and children were to be seen and not heard. NEVER cross mom or my grandparents. Respect all adults and never start a fight but never back down from a fight if you’re right.

[@amycaprari9951]

@@VirginiaPrepper Sounds like Commandments 11 thru 20 to me! 😃

[@phuttig1944]

@@VirginiaPreppersounds like they had absolutely no respect for the feelings or opinion of the children and saw them as objects. I am not blaming them at all, that mindset was very common back then.

[@Kazmistrz1993]

@@VirginiaPrepper sounds hellish. This kind of treatment leaves children psychologically stunted.

[@phoenixwolf1977]

This reminds me of my father, he passed away last year on April 23rd. He was a marine and loved his fellow marines and this country. Bless you Dad for instilling honor and hard work in me. Bless all Marines and those in the Military who keep watch over us. Bless our Veterans for giving their all.

[@darmasarma1006]

Sorry for your loss.

[@darkson1969]

May your father Rest In Peace. Sorry for your loss.

[@claytonthomas5510]

Sorry for your loss, we thank him for his service to our country 🇺🇲

[@wscaff]

At age 74, looking back at my time at Parris Island, late 69 to early 70, I have to say it still is a fundamental part of who I am today. They scared this draftee so much that I graduated wearing the blues, and that has benefited me my entire life. Semper Fi...........

[@acapulcogold9138]

Thank you for your service sir

[@wscaff]

@@acapulcogold9138 Thank you for saying thank you! Your comment means a lot, especially to vets of the Vietnam era.

[@suhandatanker]

Thank you for your service all the way from Malaysia! We Malaysians give highest respect to those who protects the nation, especially our special force in the jungle and soldiers from other nations.

[@low-budgefudge2164]

​@@wscaff Of course, you deserve it. You shouldn't feel the need to say thank you back when you did what you shouldn't need to. It's because of you we can live freely. Thank you for your service, end of story.

[@jbc1042]

Congratulations on achieving the dress blues. That is a world-class honor. Semper-Fi to all that served this country!

[@franklobo2579]

I am a proud US Air Force Veteran but I can speak for every single Air Force Veteran that I know. We have the highest level of RESPECT for the Marines and what they do.

[@director2bob]

As an Air Force veteran, I know Marines also have the highest level of respect for the Air Force especially when A-10 Warthogs are called in for close air support. The A-10 has saved more Marines and Soldiers than any weapon on the battlefield. Every branch is needed and creates a synergy making us the most powerful military in the world. Now we just need to get rid of that Senile Commander in Chief and get Trump back in office.

[@CombatMonkey11B]

I’m retired Army. The Army’s definition of leadership is: To inspire others to complete a mission by providing purpose, direction, and motivation. That Marine has it.

[@blackonblack...9244]

Amen to that. 🍻

[@billharden7127]

Thank you for your service.

[@loganfigueroa802]

The moment that everyone says the same things together in perfect unison, that’s what makes it so chilling and willing to do everything.

[@landesmith3658]

“If anyone mistreats you, report it to me.” Of course I will, you seem easy to talk to.

[@WellBreadIII]

😅😅😅🤣🤣🤣

[@irishman.]

Classic!!

[@VincentBrooklyn]

Lolololololol

[@or10nsharkfin]

"Senior Drill Instructor, this recruit needs to report misconduct." "ARHGJAJKSDCFJKLADSLASSDCXFJJ SCREAM AYE-AYE SIR"

[@V8AmericanMuscleCar]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😅

[@phantomf4747]

Ok, I'm almost 62, semi-retired, cancer survivor and suffer from PTSD. That said after that I feel motivated to go run through a brick wall for this guy! WHAT A MOTIVATOR!

[@RudyAviles]

Shit hit the fan once they went outside....RIP recruits

[@SunnyIlha]

For real! 0345. revellie. lights on. (Remember that goddammed revellie??!! 145 goddammed decibels from a dead-as-rock sleep!) Bodies hurl outta the rack. 6 seconds to make bed up, get socks and shoes on and RUN down the stairwell, all in exact spacing and file. The stars are out still shining bright. 300 bodies in the dim dark in huge formation out on a flat featureless warm sticky mosquito humming Texas plain. Calisthenics for two straight hours non-stop. Sweating heads and arms all the same. Hundreds of t-shirts and sweating bodies moving all the same. Then the 6 mile run. Then marching for 2 hours with hundreds of push-ups in-between. Standing in line to get food. Marching again for hours. Back to physical training again. March to chow hall, stand in line. Starving. 1 hour classroom. Buddies falling asleep get their heads torn off by Drill's mouth. Back out to physical training again. 6 mile run again. March back to food. Stand in line Starving. Back to barracks. Barracks clean up. Showers, all in order. Get in the sack. Revellie. Lights out. 3-4 months non-stop. 24/7. You get Church 4 hours on Sunday only after getting to the 10th Week. It's a down south Baptist all out jam. You sing your damn head off & putcha hands togetha like it's yo last day in Earth. Gotta walk 4 miles just to get to the Church. 8 miles round-trip. 11th,12th week they give you another 4 hours on Sunday to go to the Exchange store. Fricken candy bar is like heaven on Earth. Every broad you see looks like Miss America. Tryna walk straight to hide hard on. SOLDIER BOYS.

[@faithfoulkrod7474]

Sunny Island You definitely weren’t a marine because the only marine recruit depots are marine recruit depot San Diego and Parris Island. The only branch that has basic training in Texas is the Air Force and it’s only 8 weeks long. Not 12. Idk what you’re trying to claim here but if it’s stolen valor it’s not very funny. I have many friends who joined the military straight out of high school and I myself was about to join before having a sudden unexpected health crisis. People put on that uniform and never came home, so don’t claim you wore it if you didn’t.

[@SunnyIlha]

@@faithfoulkrod7474 I didn't claim I was a marine idiot. I was in the Air Force, The Navy, and the Army National Guard. All three, Honorably.

[@NDR-hn3ue]

@@SunnyIlha Intense

[@SunnyIlha]

@@NDR-hn3ue Yes, they actually really do teach You to kick your own ass. 24/7

[@TheDogondone]

That look the DI gave at the end got me. He's looking at the recruits like "lord protect them from what they are getting ready to go through". DI's are some of the best service men this country has.

[@Jamplays592]

A DI will treat you like you are his own, and will teach you everything he would teach his children.

[@voided76]

DI's are incredible. this is like 14 hour a day job. and you have to look incredible. and you have to do paperwork on 100 assholes. and you have to actually be an incredible teacher, and you have to be hard as nails. and you have to have an entire encyclopedia of funny and ridiculous shit to say to weed out and break down people who's bearing isn't there yet. God bless every last good one there is.

[@cdaaat6036]

My impression is that DIs genuinely care about soldiers relative to recruiters

[@Joe_J-MT_Boy]

"I will believe in you when you have given up on yourself." A person can go a lot farther than they think they can when someone has your back. I believe the US Marine Corps members are known for that. I'll bet that when you get into a combat LIVE Fire situation and you look back on how you handled yourself in the middle of it, you understand why your DI treated you like he/she did.

[@stevedawson6979]

Yes, when you apply to the Special Forces, after becoming a marine. It’s the other way around…..they are not going to believe in you and will use all their skills to make you quit from the first minute. They’ll believe in you only after you’ve proven yourself.

[@GaZonk100]

'she'? - hope never that

[@doggedswingmusic8786]

@@GaZonk100 I hope a female di beats your ass for that statement.

[@GaZonk100]

@@doggedswingmusic8786 not the role of the female. . .males were designed with deeper voices to punch home their authority; females just shriek

[@-Me_]

@@GaZonk100 i disagree with you but still laughed 🤣🤣

[@MrJearley6]

I know this video is seven years old but I love watching this video. This drill instructor motivates me. Well, thank you for this video. I know this is old but thank you.

[@TickleSalty]

You never forget your DI. To this day, 50 years later, I can still smell his breath.

[@rorygustafson5097]

As a former Marine, all Drill Instructors have a gigantic job to do in a very short amount of time!

[@iPwnR]

Any enlisted marine knows exactly what happened in the hours following the end of that clip. That was a hilariously shitty day for everyone.

[@cpK054L]

it's been close to 13 years since I went. I actually don't remember, because a deployment was much worse.

[@johnalvarez1976]

For some reason I din"t believe those words.

[@cpld1833]

Semper Fi. I was platoon 1139 Paris Island 1977. Good times...

[@MondoBeno]

I'd rather the first day be the worst.

[@ricks7093]

😂😂

[@MikePalmeri]

This drill instructor is awesome he can really toughen you up and has a great roaring yelling voice.God bless our armed servicemen.

[@AiirSource]

Well said!

[@billietyree6139]

Platoon 395, 1951. Our D.I.s were veterans of the South Pacific Theater. The never went for dramatics or volume. They spoke only loud enough that their voices carried audibly to the back rank. But we knew to listen carefully, our lives could depend on our understanding of the words they spoke to us.

[@renzisoncrack]

I always wondered what boot camp back then would have been like. Thank you for this insight3

[@donnhughes7139]

fifty five years later, and it still evokes the pride and camaraderie the Corps still gives..... Semper Fi fellow brothers !!

[@eshelly4205]

Ahhh the good old days…I miss the Corps so much… Semper Fi to my Marine brothers and sisters..

[@contempris2383]

I'm an Army Guy and always been Jealous of that Marine Drill and Ceremony. Their movements are so smoooooooth.

[@John-kt7pb]

Be jealous of NO ONE!!!

[@jonathanacosta1538]

Go marines 😮

[@Macromental]

That man is proud of being a Marine... that is why I have always, and will always respect them

[@levigershfeld6996]

This really makes you think. Every terrifying and intimidating drill instructor once came from being that young, terrified recruit who at some point thought to themselves "What did I just get myself into?" This is what makes it especially meaningful when they go crazy with the drilling and are screaming at you because they see themselves in each recruit and while it is meant to in the short term break them down and break down their ego, in the long run, it is meant to make them stronger not only as a marine (or whatever branch of the military they're in) but also as a person.

[@Robert-ky4vx]

Great comment people don't realize the Drill Instructor or Drill Sergeant are training themselves so to speak

[@billietyree2214]

My D.I. Was a vet of the Pacific. He never puffed himself up and screamed like this. He never had to.

[@yhp99]

Feel like ive seen both kinds. They each have their effectiveness imo, and this DI certainly has his way. It seems here he is certainly motivating and instructing quite well so kudos to him

[@Fenril76]

Went to Parris Island in 1976, seems like yesterday. To those future Marines, never, ever give up on yourself, make each day the best day and take what you learn in boot camp and out in the world and use it to make this world a better place than what you found it. Treat each Marine as your own brother or sister. Remember to honor and respect each person you meet on the streets and to remember the Marine Corp history that will be taught in boot camp. Semper Fi Marines!

[@manilajohn0182]

Ditto. Went there in July. 1st Battalion, A Company. It seems like a lifetime ago. Actually, I suppose that it was. Anyway, Semper Fidelis...

[@Joshua_Froschauer]

My father graduated in 76 (lol...Dazed and Confused, the movie? That's the Hollywood synopsis of the day he graduated which is kinda cool for me, too) anyway, he joined the Corps and went the same year! Thanks for your service!!!

[@bmbutler2]

My nephew is at PI now. God bless him and the others who want to join the best and the greatest - a MARINE!

[@moazamkhan]

I hope he is doing well

[@johnathontilicki4396]

I love seeing and hearing this. As a fellow vet from the army, i always appreciate hearing a motivated individual get his people fired up like this guy.

[@cajunsushi]

There are Congressional men and women who need this speech and face the Marine disciplinary actions if they do not comply.

[@seniorskateboarder5958]

What an inspiring speech. I may be 70 but he inspires me to sign up!

[@josephheath2744]

I'm grateful for men of character like this and the young people who aspire to be the same.

[@chuckb5012]

Feb 1965. and I still try to live by those rules. still makes chills . thank you. Semper Fi

[@gordonadams4793]

Damn, PATRIOTISM AT ITS HIGHEST GLORY. THANK YOU TO ALL THAT SERVE.

[@andyt2456]

"Above all else, never quit, or give up. " Brilliant

[@johnnymolina7520]

Who else thinks he would be the best drill instructor in everything depression suicidal thoughts and stuff like that he’s the best honestly his speech is so powerful

[@Devildog0811]

I had the pleasure of meeting this outstanding marine. Although I didn’t know him as a DI, very intelligent and humble marine he was in the fleet.

[@gainsandglory6808]

This is the best speech I have heard in a long time. Incredible

[@booldawg]

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[@carrot1_1]

1.5k Headphone users Went To RSP

[@Petrical]

Think they requested mast

[@therealclawhehenum7838]

Haha

[@laurencopenhaver5366]

First time I've laughed out loud today. Great comment

[@tomcatyyz]

Fuck yeah!! *laffin* That's some funny shit right there!!

[@bobthebuilder9553]

This man is the embodiment of the Marine Corps. When my dad was on his way to Korea on a large transport ship in 1950, he was with Marines and Army units on the boat. He was in a regimental combat team in the army at the time, but he had the highest respect for the Marines. The Marines and Army were not adversaries as Hollywood might sometimes paint them. On the contrary, they often worked together on the battle field. There are so many instances of Marine corps valor that one cannot enumerate them. The army also had its recognition alongside, or from being in different theaters of war. Getting back to this senior Marine corps Sgt. in this video, he inspires. That is a credit to him. He is someone you can depend on and follow. That is the spirit and camaraderie of the Marines.

[@paulready8897]

I served 20 years on the Navy and that Senior Drill Instructor just motivated me to become a Marine (well almost). Sounds like an outstanding Marine and leader.

[@joyfulness9968]

Imagine if some kid said "ok boomer" in the end of his speech.

[@The88Cheat]

Joyfulness lol. I don't think there is a single DI that is a boomer.

[@mytho_actual]

*TACTICAL NUKE INCOMING*

[@VictorLopez-gh7mj]

Is this you John Wayne is this me?

[@MrMexiSalv]

Joyfulness that’s the way it’s sadly going😢 humanity will always need a warrior class, wether we like it or not!

[@QockNobblr]

Joyfulness That little shit would probably have his teeth knocked in right then and there by the DI, or in his bunk by fellow recruits in his squadbay

[@silntstl]

In my experience its always been the Drill SGT/Instructor with the calm cool demeanor that was the one you didn't want to piss off.

[@GlacierTheTurtle]

Kenneth I swear if this isn’t the truest statement I’ve heard

[@cm-pr2ys]

Yeah, you got over the loudmouth ones after a month and a half or so.

[@SunnyIlha]

TRUE.

[@CalvinMorris-cf8jk]

I think of my drill instructor all the time,thay stay with you to the end of your life.semper fi.

[@Jon_Ruiz]

Imagine how amazing this country would be if Military service was mandatory. This new generation of men need it more than ever. I’m an Army Veteran and sure will make my son serve.

[@bluesky-ud9wg]

My son is in the delayed entry program to become a US MARINE. He is going in as an MP and he will apply to be a Dog Handler. He is 100% in this decision and as a former Army Sergeant, I could not be prouder. Honor, Courage, Commitment

[@_.9S._]

I'm Army, and I have respect for these Marines, we're all brothers in arms no matter the branch.

[@donkreamer9187]

I am a marine and you are right, in Nam the best copter pilots were Army, crazy guys!

[@_.9S._]

Don Kreamer Hooah brother.

[@stealthboy5767]

MLG DoritosN'Mtn'Dew ho

[@ReadyPlayerOn3]

HooAh!

[@stephenyoung790]

roger that i was air force im 74

[@irontaletravelbat4761]

"A MARINE NEVER STEALS!!!" First thing you find out is some one stole your socks XD

[@irontaletravelbat4761]

:P it happens but with towels :p i think more often

[@Jonathan1224jc]

exactly what i was thinking lolol

[@irontaletravelbat4761]

nice :D

[@ramO-jp8tp]

I loved the hypocrisy

[@irontaletravelbat4761]

I loved you... jk my heart is more emptier than a black hole who could not find a planet to swallow and inside i feel a burning pain a pain no one knows one that can not be seen from the out side but only felt from the inside a sadness that only some can feel from being a failure time after time the darkness inside my heart is darker than the darkest of night darker than the space you see when you close your eyes something no one can touch... or see but only felt from the inside

[@mtmadigan82]

No joke, best SDI speech i've ever seen. This is the kind of leadership that just is a beacon to many. Man I love the Marines, theres not another organization on the planet like it.

[@mikes.7654]

That is the kindest, gentlest talking-down I've ever heard.

[@scorpionwr4045]

Ikr

[@prla5400]

Such love and gentleness

[@tim7052]

A credo to live by. These virtues should be taught in every school!! Respect. 👍

[@Uncle-Mike]

I am 52 years old. I graduated US Marine Corps Basic Training on Sept 2, 1983. I have had a few health setbacks in my life and remember fondly the amazing shape I was in back then. Now I hurt often, my legs are not as strong and my endurance is just a small portion of what it was then. I can't stay awake for days, I can't run with a full combat pack, weapon and ammo. But I would go back to boot camp in a heartbeat. I'd go, just for the challenge, to be part of something that I respect and admire, to push myself past my own limits and come out victorious, and to feel the love of my Marine brothers and sisters one more time. I love the Marine Corps because the Marine Corps first loved me.

[@freddiedejoint9932]

Uncle Mike I’m 58 , joined the Marines back in 77 , I’m not in good health anymore, My how the body betrays you , dialysis, 2 kidney transplants, gout, 2 back operations, all mess up

[@justina9914]

What is the physical requirements for being a marine ?

[@donkreamer9187]

I am sorry to hear how your health has been poor. I went to PI in 1969 was in great shape and have kept in good shape, I am not bragging, I feel for all my brothers.

[@freddiedejoint9932]

Authentic Shmee160 Hello buddy, Glad to hear you want to join the brotherhood, I don’t know much about now in today’s boot camp, I do knows it’s a little easier now, when I went in 77 , To graduate in the Corp for the physical part. We had to do 3 or more pull-ups. 40 sit-ups and run the 5 mil in 40 minuets. I think now in 2018 , in order to graduate, you have 60s or more crunches and you must pass the crucible, which is I believe 3 days without much sleep and teamwork. A little bit of advice and take this from an old marine, Don’t join the marines if your heart isn’t in it. Now I’m not telling to join the army, but when I was in boot camp in Paris Island, you must prepare yourself mentally, and boy do I mentally, I saw a lot of guys drop out because they couldn’t take the screaming. Yelling and being pick on by the DI”s. I was very disappointed in one dude. I thought he was going to make it and than just drop out. He was physically built. But his mind wasn’t strong. Now it’s all play acting from the DI”s. So please really think about joining the marines and if you are going to join , 2 things do not go in on an open contact and get yourself physically fit before going in, take great care of yourself and God Bless

[@JD97711]

3rd Mar Reg/31st MAU here. 82-86. Fight the good fight ! Our bodies betray us. Our ideology stays one. Teach your offspring the code. Honor is the only thing you can take with you and leave behind.

[@Ronbo710]

Heard a similar speech in late 1982. Hope everyone made it this far. You guys were *THE BEST*

[@BainPlays]

Scar really dude? You gotta compare the marine corps to the Gestapo?

[@heatherunderhill3937]

I work in retail at a Airport and we get Military flights . The nicest and honest are the marine's.

Thank you very much.

[@Parabellum-oe3sw]

This speech brings tears to my eyes ❤️

[@tedsorge9148]

Just beautiful! Much love and respect to this drill instructor! His diction and what he's saying would help many people young and old. I will never forget my instructors. Thanks for this most excellent video! Hoorah God Bless the U.S.A.!

[@drewbeato9991]

A voice crack would destroy this man

[@jamesmcseattle]

Now that was funny.

[@thefilirivera]

@drew beato No it wouldn’t, it’d crumble you though. Men like such carry on, men like such carry their dominant frame even in spite of clicks and cracks in the armor. Fuckers like you who shed any doubt crumble in an instant.

[@MrAquaeagle]

drew beato is it even possible to forget Coach Hine from MAD TV on that aspekt 😂😂😂🌴

[@erwinees]

Lol

[@villagerpillager6724]

@@thefilirivera dude chill out. It was just a joke.

[@JesusGarcia-eg6hq]

I seen plenty of videos of different instructors giving this speech... i think this man said it best💯

[@ValiRossi]

I'm a long time engineer and software developer. Over the past 30 years I have worked with many people from all walks of life and the US Marines consistently produce the very best people. Pleasure to work with Marines.

[@zainabe9503]

Military education & experience such as this should be compulsory for all citizens. That's the only way to make them efficient, independent, dignified, compassionate, and persevering.

[@jackwongen6671]

True, there are always a few "shit birds" but overall my experiences (Marine,out for over 25 Years) is the same. Taught "Failure IS NOT an option."

[@artm1973]

The draft won us World War I and II, Korea, and the Civil War for that matter. It worked through Vietnam but as society unraveled in the 1970s it was less successful. In the past there was a higher quality pool to draft from but today we're left with the remnants of a once great people. Today the volunteer force works better.

[@neutrino78x]

+valirossi so how come you didn't enlist? :) I was US Navy, rank/rate STS3(SS), served 1999 to 2003 on USS Florida SSBN-728 and USS Asheville SSN-758.

[@CallMeMrX]

neutrino78x Because he already has a career

[@Moroni108]

God bless you brother! The Sgt took pride in his duty for his country!

[@ramoneescobedo5820]

Remember: they’re not yelling at you, they’re yelling at your rank

[@smackdn7756]

Those are boots, they have no rank. They haven't earned the title Marine to hold any rank!!

[@bluesky-ud9wg]

Not Yelling, Speaking so Everyone Can Hear Me!!

[@gmac9987]

I am not yelling. I am speaking loudly and in a clear voice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ramoneescobedo5820]

@@smackdn7756 lmao true, to anyone going into boot camp for the first time be sure to call all your drill instructors and NCO's "Sir" it is the ultimate sign of respect and they will greatly appreciate it. Also everything is done with speed and intensity so be sure you take the shortcuts even if it means stepping on the grass, they will be very impressed at your dedication! Last and foremost if you get cold put your hands in your pocket, its what they are there for!

[@jonesq63]

My dad was a DI in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a tough kid from Philadelphia. He turned boys into men. Knew each and every one of the recruits' names and learned their backgrounds. They sort of loved and hated him at the same time. He was a smart tough guy with a huge heart. At times, He was their father, mother, brother, friend teacher, and, sometimes, their nightmare. He thought he had to do what he did so these young guys would survive war in a place that most of them never heard of. He was proud to serve.

[@-the-light]

My drill instructors at Paris Island were legends. They were big scary dudes, except one who was a much smaller American Indian who was raised in the Bronx. He was the scariest. I was so scared of them, then boot camp became tolerable, then I respected and looked up to my drill instructors. Out of about 8 of us who went to boot camp from NY, I was the only one who made it through, and it wasn't because I was a bad-ass or anything, I followed orders and respected my drill instructors and my fellow recruits. I ended up graduating and went on to the fleet Marine Force and shortly after broke my leg and had leave honourably. Watching this brings back so many memories, and I'm thankful for this. May all our families and friends in uniform no matter the service they are affilaited with, be safe and well. Sorry for the long winded post. Semper Fi.

[@bryancreech1236]

I love the USMC!!! The few the proud the Marine Corp!! Once a Marine always a Marine!!!

[@imhappyandyou.4003]

I have so much respect for drill instructor's and their obviously bullet proof voice boxes. LOL

[@Czavala8]

Master of puppets

[@neojournalyst]

Must have never served. Plenty of DIs have no voice box.

[@latonyasoloman5700]

My son could had went to college but he made his own decision to join the marines corps which we will support him so he is doing well I do say he is a little spoil ok a lot only son but after this I'm sure he won't be momie punkin anymore a man

[@neojournalyst]

Latonya Soloman I used to tell the parents of recruits: “Little Johnny better have discipline before he gets to basic training. Because it’s not our job to teach discipline. Our job is to weed out the people who don’t already have it. Teaching discipline is mommy and daddy’s job.”

[@joeyuzwa891]

Master-T IKR? like, wtf does Metallica have to do with this video??

[@Barbaroossa]

Damn, Vin Diesel looks really angry.

[@johnv0106]

lol. great line

[@rivergoneunder1427]

You get the W

[@whymistamista5614]

+RiverGoneUnder also looks like a POG. I'm thankful one of my hats was infantry in 2002.

[@GoofyGoober-us7yp]

I'm cracking right now

[@jeppe8712]

Made my day

[@brianrothenberger817]

This gentleman is a motivator. I watch him a lot . Just brings back memories of boot camp . Yes i mean Paris Island and damn proud of it. One of my greatest achievements calling myself a marine

[@shadowhernandez5796]

I’m in the Army and I love this Drill instructors energy 💯 Respect 🫡

[@mr_sir1533]

SIT UP STRAIGHT AND LOOK AT ME RIGHT NOW! amazing

[@Lambag-Daniel]

Love it!

[@Joshuaxiong2]

Don't be fooled, he's outnumbered, they can all beat him up.

[@nigcrusher3322]

Justin Sanders. Weak

[@GMmaster99]

For some reason, that just brought tears of joy and proud

[@BrazFencil]

I’ve long since completed boot camp. This speech still inspires me and gives me chills.

[@72Disco1998]

This is the reason I believe you should serve in the military at least two years at 18, I honestly believe it could teach a lot of young men and women to work for your goals instead of thinking you deserve them.

[@michaelmorse4444]

At least then the government could be honest about its recruitment methods.

[@Red-Brick-Dream]

And that, folks, is how fascism takes root in the minds of decent people. It's a mind-virus. First, it tricks you by saying "Hard work is good," to which you reply, "Well yeah, of course. I can get on board with that." Then it says, "Military service is hard," to which you reply, "Well, yeah, clearly." Then it says, "Human rights should be denied to those who don't work hard." You feel compelled to agree, having been distracted from scores of complicating factors by the crisp moral clarity of the argument. You've gone from "Hard work is good," to "Civilians don't deserve health care," in just three or four moves. Be careful. Our tribal psychology makes us very susceptible to arguments about martial virtues. It's a firmware issue.

[@lxathu]

It would. Provided that nobody could ask any questions.

[@rusty7984]

Naw the military isnt for everyone just the way it is

[@lxathu]

@Deo Vindice Black or white? (...) NO, there is NO other color in the world!

[@usmc-brian6575]

For me, this was the best thing I could have done with my life. 19 years after being out, I still feel that, alot of these core values are still intact. To hear the senior verbalize the word "compassion" is a major element that I've seemed to hold onto - with the right people. I willingly joined knowing the intensity involved. Now that I'm older I'll say this experience will get you discipline. When the senior says, "strives to be the best at everything that he does" - I can confidently say that whatever it was I felt passionate about, after my time in, whether it be education, drums or family I can continue in knowing that I've tried. Im 41 now, so still more "trying" in me... with the right people. In keeping this post positive and honest, a marines ETHOS helped me through my fair share of emotional heartache with mental challenges. I should note: facing things head on no matter how evil. Indeed this video may sound harsh or strict, BUT the earlier someone can evolve on any maladaptive traits or behaviors is for the greater good - even if it takes 3 months of whatever it is "they" (drill instructors) decide to throw at you - can at least prepare someone.

[@eErudius]

Should be the 1st speech at every 1st day of school ever. From Kindergarten on.

[@liberty.b.r]

That would be awesome!

[@aurelioramirez9484]

😂😂 Right!!!

[@Atulipan]

LOL! So true!

[@yolandasizemore923]

I agree

[@Yoopee-ld1xo]

@Jeremy Mettler ..elaborate...

[@wessteele1058]

I heard the same speech in 95 ,it's good to see they break you down but also lift you up with motivation ,no part of that is easy for them or the recruits

[@charlesrichardson6993]

That's what I'm talking about, the Few, the Proud, the Marines. Hoorah!!!