Commando: On the Front Line: Episode 6 - Operation Sparrowhawk

[@mattwalker6071]

I love how Tangye the black lab is now living out his days in comfort back here in the UK, although I hope Asbo is OK too! Apparently Tangye spent 5 years on the frontline with British troops, going out on every patrol possible! There are great anecdotes of how, with British troops under heavy fire, Tangye would take up a lead position and run up and down the full length of our line barking, as if he was an officer encouraging the men forwards! However, 1 soldier did comment that "war was a bit of a game to him and you often wondered if you threw a grenade at the enemy, Tangye would fetch it and bring it straight back"! That cracked me up!

[@JammyDodger45]

Tangye died late in '19, he'd been in the UK since '10 and was probably around 14yrs old. He lived his UK life to the full and was a much loved family pet who loved everyone and everything around him. Given where he came from and how many highly kinetic Patrols he went on it's a miracle he made it through his first couple of years never mind lived such a full life. I suspect there are many serving and former troops who, like myself, had a tear in their eye when they thought about that crazy little pooch!

[@tch6831]

@@JammyDodger45 what! No!

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

@@JammyDodger45 it always makes me feel extremely emotional when I see/hear these stories of human/animal connections where both parties clearly love each other... it makes me feel genuinely happy inside when other species know that we love them and that they love us dearly back.

[@JammyDodger45]

@@KingDomsKingdom85 - I know what you mean. I've always had dogs in the family and there is no doubt at all that the bond of love is two way and real. The Military Service dogs I've met over the years were all utterly loyal to their Handlers and on many occasions willingly and knowingly put themselves into real danger to protect 'their' Section mates. There was a Handler who was killed on one of my Afghan tours and they couldn't get his dog to leave his bedspace when they got back to the patrol base, the dog was literally crying on the lads kit. It was heartbreaking to watch (I heard, but didn't see firsthand so can't guarantee that it's absolutely true, that he had to get taken back to the UK as he just would not bond with another handler). The older I get the more I realise that my ideal situation is a farm with lots of dogs & horses and less people around!

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

@@JammyDodger45 damn, what a heartbreaking story mate 😢 💔. I'm also a fan of less humans and being surrounded by loving animals too haha.

[@britishpaint1160]

Adam colins went on to complete training and serve two tours of afgan, even if his end goal is being a stuntman he has achieved something very few people have done (including the people complaining about him on here).

[@badger3911]

britishpaint11 I miss read your comment I thought you said 2 hours in afgan

[@ace_stealth251ace9]

@@badger3911 omg i read it like 3 times like damn 2 hours? i would not have realised it was tours not hours if not for your comment lmao

[@unfortunately_fortunate2000]

dude fuck off, people are commenting as they're watching through.

[@billpackard4197]

Hahahaha 😂😅😃😄😆😀🤣

[@billpackard4197]

It's spelled AFGHAN. Also good job Collins 👍, but I sure wouldn't want to serve beside you!!!

[@HellhoundX90]

"Adam Collins is a former Green Beret Royal Marines Commando and now professional actor, stuntman and director. After six years service with the Royal Marines, including operational tour in Afghanistan, he served three years within the private sector in and around Somalia as a commander of armed security personnel. Their main objective to disrupt, deter and defend against pirate attack groups and hijackings of commercial vessels within the Indian Ocean"

[@extremepower7168]

@red blight Well it's the truth fella. He clearly had a change of heart when he rejoined.

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

I would've never guessed that Chris mate after watching this, fair play and massive respect to the bloke 🙏👏🇬🇧

[@sihammer7942]

I have to say I'm surprised to learn that he went on to serve as a Commando, the basic concept of rank + chain of command, which he clearly had failed to grasp at the point in time this film covered, must have finally sunk in allowing him to progress as required. I don't know if he's a bit slow on the uptake as a rule, or what??? He served for 6 years regardless so I thank him for that + take my hat off to the bloke............

[@SamUploads420]

bet you passed keyboard warrior training course first time @@sihammer7942

[@russellpwns2719]

R.I.P Orlando Rogers

[@TGXgaming360]

He died?

[@TGXgaming360]

fuck :(

[@sgtsandwichplays4346]

No! D:

[@sliperysid]

If that's what the marines officers are all like, then i pity their enemies. He appeared to be a giant among men. And only 21 too. A level of maturity that I've only recently discovered at 42!!

[@oe57-_-51]

He died in a plane

[@JoeLovesBB]

"One of them's been called Asbo; because he's a complete nuisance."

[@kushy2249]

That stunt man guy was a prick. If he doesn't want to be a Marine he shouldn't be in training. He's wasting everyone's time

[@henrychristian9858]

Yo shut up he's a good man he's fighting for our country FYI you PROBS not Abel to do what he does no affense

[@kushy2249]

Have you not watched the whole thing He said he was there just to improve his stuntman job He got back trooped (sent to another group of trainees that are further behind than he already was) And after that he left He isnt and was never fighting for our country

[@henrychristian9858]

+Philf kray you wt

[@Gwollaa]

Henry you're a child your opinion is not only stupid but also wrong

[@royalmarinecadetxs3323]

not to mention taxpayers money

[@DipDip3008]

its not bullying... its character building.

[@billpackard4197]

It's chain of command!!!😁

[@freshfrozen3035]

@@billpackard4197 hahaha

[@barryalexander2909]

Tangye the dog! Lovely boy, took loads of ticks out of him when I was in charge of the medical team at Kajaki the following summer. He was rescued by Now Zad dog rescue charity and now has a peaceful retirement in the UK. The Taliban used to try to shoot him when he was on patrol with us because they thought he was a mine clearance dog.

[@spacecase7566]

Barry Alexander - he looked like such a sweetie. Glad he has a forever home!

[@jamesdean8864]

Really? That’s actually good to know

[@barryalexander2909]

@@jamesdean8864 true, I wrote about him in a blog post and on my old Twitter account. His new owner posted pics of him curled up on a sofa in his lounge.

[@jamesdean8864]

@@barryalexander2909 nice man, excellent stuff good on ya

[@bm-hy6uk]

I love how tangy just walks around like nothing is happening whilst there is a fire fight going on

[@wesleyogilvie8105]

Using your country's military just to get a boost in your stuntman career is the stupidest thing one can do.

[@BuffaloSaucer]

Its annoying because there are a lot of people who want to be there to be a royal marine and they can't get there for some reason.

[@zuluairsoft6359]

+Robbie Rainwater no dip shit to protect us...and to have a job. And any way we have pulled out of Afghanistan.

[@swiftsmackdown4645]

+wesley ogilvie what a dick, the taxpayers pay for training soldiers to fight for our country not for some prick to dick around and become a stunt man

[@zuluairsoft6359]

***** sorry I haven't seen anymore terrorist attacks on the uk since 77 bombings.

[@zuluairsoft6359]

+Robbie Rainwater murders happen everyday. It qasnt a terrorist attack and that was the first attack since the 77 bombings dip shit. How about your country, your cops are worse than the enemy.

[@johnnydiamondsmusic1673]

The mistake Collins made was not keeping his intentions to himself. If he had not mentioned his stuntman’s ambitions and just got in with training he might have had a better time.

[@jamespatrick5827]

yep shouldve just keep his head down and follow orders

[@johnnydiamondsmusic1673]

@@jamespatrick5827 the old adage for basic training, don't get noticed, be the grey man. training teams hate big heads and cockyness. Have confidence yes, but main thing is be a team player and look after your mates. That goes a long way. Im an ex Cpl British Army.

[@jamespatrick5827]

Johnny Diamonds Music yes I meant that, my bad I should’ve articulated it better. But I have a question if I have a bit of mild eczema will this prevent me from joining only a bit of mild stuff. Because everywhere I look and search I get a bit of a 50/50 opinion.

[@johnmattock1]

trouble in little England ie people do not like real confidence> It should not matter if he stated his ambitions or not. We judge too easy.

[@DavyMcKay]

Can't say I'm impressed with Collin's attitude. I think they did the right thing back trooping him. Taking him down a peg or two will work wonders for his character and maturity.

[@lewisb85]

He got through and did two tours, I think he had an attitude change, luckily they took him back and he wasn’t unsalvageable!

[@thoraneh7365]

People can criticise Collins but at the end of the day he served 6 years in the RM and did two tours of Afghanistan which is more than a lot of people bashing him

[@hjm08]

Collins never wanted to go in the marines and he never passed

[@tdhthedemonhunters2824]

I was in the army air corps, did 18 weeks basic training passed out in middle wallop. Then went on to do my helicopter training. As hard as it may show on tv for viewing with a few added extras to keep you watching, if your not fit and don't have the attitude and take it on the chin, then yes you will be back tracked. training did me no harm, in fact it made me a better person today

[@tdhthedemonhunters2824]

From an ex soldier to a new recruit, GO FOR IT, " Best part of your life " Still training and discipline will be very important in your cadets life, but not quite intense as the regular army, I WISH YOU LUCK / AND as a father I would be proud of my son joining the army.

[@jamespainter1495]

Ah cool. I live in Andover.

[@lennoxpeters7792]

@The Nerevar did you join ?

[@Bear_the_shepherd]

​@thenerevar6912did you join? 😊

[@codygooch510]

Let's just say... Us Americans with you guys by our side? Unstoppable. Definitely the best ally force in the world.

[@odebobo7240]

Don't forget some afghans on our side also.

[@CAMERONxLONG]

Right back at you!

[@beefydeadeye]

jaap66088 Why are you saying , " like you could ever be part of that force" , are you implying that somebody else can't do something

[@fritzduquesne3691]

We dont need the British at all. 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[@UniqueEditorX]

Im british and us with US army is the best

[@2wheelsrbest327]

Saw a comment in the last episode which mentioned Orlando dying but I could not place him. So I am gutted to watch this episode and realise who Orlando was. From the beginning I was impressed with him though an officer he was " also down with the lads " when appropriate. Even though it is years later I still feel the need to offer my condolences to his family and friends. Hopefully their pain has eased a little and great memories of him fills the mind rather than sorrow.

[@GenPatton0043]

Its tough to judge someone based on a 20 min TV episode, but having to serve next to someone whose ultimate goal wasn't the same as everyone else is tougher. "I don't want to be a Marine just to be a Marine, I'm here to enhance my acting/stuntman career!" Say what? He's lucky his platoon didn't "Royally" fuck him up.

[@billpackard4197]

Amen brother, sister!!!

[@eggwitheyez]

He passed out of training and served 2 tours of Afghanistan, he had an exit strategy and they didn't like that, either way he had to serve 4 years minimum and he did that and served well, so hats off.

[@thatguy22441]

Those are the types any military unit could live without. Another type are the ones who think themselves hardcore, even going to far to get an Airborne/Ranger contract, only to wash out in the first few weeks. He was the first one to get a negative counseling statement, which is basically an ass-chewing on paper. Depending on unit SOP, a certain number of negative counseling statements can lead to UCMJ (Uniform Code of Military Justice) action. They gave the guy every chance to un-fuck himself, but he was gone within the first 4 weeks. A lot of dudes think themselves some hard-charging, fire-breathing "Army of One" (that was one of the Army's recruiting ad campaigns).....until it's time to do some real Army shit. Let's just say Army life is nothing like what people think. At all.

[@philipwesselhofff]

I've got 100% total respect for people who just enlist in basic training of any kind, in any land. I'm happy that there are men/women in the world who makes their own choice too be trained for combat just so they're ready if anything really major ever happens.

[@gypsycobsuk5246]

Just binged watched 6 episodes. Need to get a life! Or sleep!

[@richardbailey5727]

same here lol

[@-zerocool-]

Join up and do it for real.

[@gypsycobsuk5246]

zerocool i'm not brave enough

[@woodland5325]

Gypsy Cobs UK same I need a life 😂😂maybe I could join and make some friends

[@gypsycobsuk5246]

Woodland Go for it! who knows, you might enjoy it!

[@bw9181]

I really admire the professionalism of the marines even on the battlefield

[@cycleSCUBA]

'even on the battlefield'. You mean 'culminating on the battlefield'. There is a difference.

[@ollieedwards9679]

RIP ORLANDO RODGERS. stand easy

[@JackTrickeryVicary]

Funny thing is, Collins went back and passed-out of training. Lol.

[@dylandenison5797]

That's great sad he couldn't the first time

[@lachlanchester8142]

Dylan Denison be couldn’t because he was a dick, he’ll be even less liked if his fellow marines watch this with him in it

[@tonynapoli5549]

Respect to the Royal Marines thanks guys 👍👌🇬🇧

[@TheGeniusAnd]

That dog better not fucking die....

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

2:37 damn, that's so friggin powerful and something that would be an incredible motivator for the lads. This conflict was *NEVER* the West vs Afghanistan... but rather the West vs the oppression of Afghanistan. It makes me quite sad that the Taliban have now taken control of the country, and that Afghan citizens have to deal with those barbaric lowlifes controlling their entire lives. Also, I absolutely loved the adopted "British doggy" and how the soldiers are able to have some form of affection in such an environment just like they would back home. It's also nice that the dogs instantly trusted them, that speaks volumes about the character of these squaddies as human beings as dogs are often very perceptive and a good judge of character. Bless Tanghi, I love how he also kept watch on patrol 😂👍

[@heidiquayle5054]

Tangi is adorable and sweet I hope that he stayed safe. Reminds me of the wolf in Dances with Wolves. What a beautiful temperament. As for Adam Collins - well, if he wound up serving two tours in Afghanistan, no one can say he only did it for his career. Maybe it was the end goal but he got there through bravery hard work and some luck. I mean some of the soldiers are done by 40-45 and they have to do something else with the rest of their lives. It's not a bad thing to look ahead and have a plan. RIP Orlando Rogers.

[@AlexPhelpsMTB]

Who remembers episode 1 (nob cleaning tutorial)

[@83ATwo]

I started watching these yesterday and spoke to my friend about it, she's laughing her ass off 😂

[@3vimages471]

RIP Troop Commander Orlando Rogers.

[@Trademarkidiot]

Collins did pass out in the end. Seen him in a few recruitment videos/presentations with his green lid. Must have got himself squared away soon after this.

[@petersullivan2837]

The ubiquitous black lab, we had one with 45 Cdo in Aden. Oscar was with us everywhere

[@columbmurray]

Cant help comparing my days at Lympstone in 1965 compared to now , if you failed , you failed. . I didn't . Those who did fail accepted it . The difference in modern Britain and then. The self righteous has neve been a commando attitude. Good on the media for giving this person all the attention as usual. These men are being prepared for war with an enemy . I never expected to find such self publicist in the Royal Marines , an attitude not British.

[@sevensevenalways7995]

From personal experience training for PTI, if you act like you're better than the others, the training officers will try to break you twice as hard. Always be the grey man

[@SunshineSML]

complaining about bullying when you're in the marines lmfao

[@effygoodwin37]

Yes, it is a huge discipline problem for the unit if bullying (actual bullying, not banter/hazing) is going on.

[@nohandle747]

There's no place for (actual) bullying in the marines.

[@paparoach007]

@@nohandle747 You are spot on mate there's no need for bullying especially in the RMC's but it does happen from time to time. There was a young lad a few years back that committed suicide because his superiors and his troop were bullying or 'blasting' him too much and he took his own life. I feel bad for not remembering his name because it was so long ago but its a shame he had to go through that. I can't stand bullying, people who bully others need a size 10 up there arses.

[@purdy9431]

Afghan is like Vietnam, its a war no one can win, the person who is smiling at you one second could be shooting you the next, that why troops get effected you never know who's friend or foe.

[@25024209K]

"Afghanistan - Where Empires go to die"- credit Mike Malloy

[@el1924]

There is a follow up to this, it starts on 11th June at 10:35 on itv 1 featuring film-maker Chris Terrill and Bertie Carr

[@curtist919]

19:28 brings back real memories. I got a radio call once to help US troops engaging insurgents in a nearby tree line. I was told to provide supporting fire but I couldn't see anything but muzzle flashes in a tree line. I had to argue with my BDOC because I refused to engage without proper identification. One of the hardest choices I ever had to make.

[@billpackard4197]

I'm an x U.S. Airborne Ranger, and proud of whatever decision you made!!!God Bless you thank you

[@User-mz6nf]

so the muzzle flashes were not enough to convince you, lmfao idiot

[@tobeybrace6081]

Them dogs where so cute

[@joshjohnson4942]

these are more or.less the best of the best i think thier doing the best job out in Afghan

[@jameswilliam2708]

Although I’m not the biggest fan of Collins for personal reasons, he has a point with regard to the outcome of the ‘investigation’ into the allegations of bullying. Ethically it is unacceptable to expect the same body accused of bullying, to also conduct the investigation. Clear conflict of interest, it should be conducted by an independent authority.

[@hamishsnap]

ITS NEVER BULLYING ! ITS CHARACTER BUILDING !!!!!!!!!

[@Gonken88]

Exactly what I used to say back in school!

[@SamUploads420]

I would say that raising a complaint as recruit Collins did demonstrated bravery and leadership.

[@lincolnengland5005]

Collins is a bit of a cupid stunt.......

[@georgebuller1914]

This is NOT meant as an insult to our American allies, but at 14.38, we can see why we - The British - often have a better rapport with foreign nationals. Call it Bull-Sh*T, call it a 'Hearts and Minds' excercise.... It works. :-)

[@boblewin7099]

+George Buller - I agree with you. As a now "retired US Marine", one of our great (but few) successes in Vietnam had been a program called the Combined Action Program in which we inserted a squad of Marine riflemen with interpreter into a civilian hamlet to assist them in protecting and defending their hamlet against the Viet Cong.The genesis of this program was based upon the (Wikipedia data) British Army in India (19th century) leaning towards "brigading" - the insertion of some troops with the native population's defenders. This was a very successful program for the British in India and the US Marine Corps. On a similar vein but larger scale, the US Army's Special Forces had the same successes in VN as the Marine Corps.The British Marines are probably one of the best or best trained special units in the world. In my opinion, their training is nonpareil.

[@Conorguill]

Ultimately it clearly failed

[@haydenclose3034]

Thank you all for your service❤️❤️

[@allyreneepenny9447]

The Dogs are so sweet 😍

[@tonykennedy8592]

"They are used to being addressed as Sir". Collins is so right! Where do these soldiers think they are? The Royal Marines?

[@its-me_1234.]

"I would sacrifice myself and all my men before I let you lose a hair from your head"

[@SpLiNTeRzv]

"No you fuckers we've been doing nothing" haha class

[@DavidAkhter]

I have been watching this series for awhile and must admit its not bad. I would suggest fans of this series to also check out a very similar American show: "Surviving the Cut"

[@GeyserFlicker]

Just discovered that the leader, Orlando Jones, died in a plane accident last year :(

[@twinsonic]

He died 2011

[@drevil4454]

Mr Collins need to learn he can only demand respect if he earns respect.

[@willixmxjb8279]

Adam collins is an actor now and has put quite some muscle on

[@willixmxjb8279]

Probably 😂

[@heidiquayle5054]

I read that Orlando Rogers has passed since this series

[@MrDanielvass]

“We will see. Fucking gobshite”! But you could see he kind of liked the attitude

[@deildegast]

And casually walks past the ANA guy casually lobbing 20 kilos of rpg and spare ammo 😅

[@CarnivorousMonster]

I do like the inclusive factor of the marines (and the armed forces in general) rather than it being exclusive. For example, if you do sustain an injury, or even don't meet the physical standards (but have passed the initial selection standards), they will try and get you upto the standards, either to join the marines, or if not, finds you a place in other corps.

[@joshuahirgua6667]

Collins is there to be Jackie Chan.

[@nelsonfountain4297]

I love these guys total badasses and a bunch of really cool guys to boot.

[@lonnietoth5765]

Any type of leadership course revolves around one thing , the Team ! There is no " Me" in " We " no matter how you turn the " M or W " .

[@murrayw17]

Adam Collins got done over by the training team & Chris Terrill “This Isn’t a film set” well yes it was and you as team set him up to fail. Cpl Robb was 100% correct he was treated wrong. The fact he went to another team and passed out speaks wonders..

[@jameswilliam2708]

I agree. He clearly isn’t a bad lad, but as a result of circumstances and the training team’s questionable response his character within the Troop was destroyed. If the information about his eventual passing out and operational deployment is correct, it proves he had what it takes.

[@VineetaSinghVerma]

On the front line!

[@brookmoore5163]

But at the end of the day i love America as both combined is like unbreakable

[@nathansharp2478]

The best thing I’ve watched

[@Buchi420]

Cool... Im joining this year

[@themessiah7542]

howd it go?

[@flick_shot_5625]

if you dont wanna be a marine u will never become one because in the end, all that keeps you going is the thought of one day becomming a marine, not a frickin stuntman.

[@cowboy4378]

He done 2 tours in Afghanistan as a Royal Marine. But I completely agree. I hope to join one day and I wouldn’t be happy to learn that I lost my place to someone who just wants to be a stuntman.

[@exex9378]

Wouldn’t want Collins on my team , could understand his attitude 1 or 2 weeks in , but It at this stage!

[@silentstorm6962]

12:00 the most cutest and innocent living things are the dogs

[@exarmy4418]

That Collins wouldn't of lasted 5 minutes in my batallion, reporting training staff for bullying when it was character building, classic example of a moaning little spoilt brat, I'm gobsmacked he passed out with his attitude.

[@John-ix2dv]

From a civilians point of view. That was bullying. And good on him for standing up for himself. Character building. My bloody arse! They had it out for him.

[@paulgreening9070]

what is the range of the british service weapon? i would think a bullpup would have short range

[@MandoMan1999]

About 600-800 metres

[@Ukraineaissance2014]

bullpups have longer barrels than most, including the british SA80. They had to redesign the accuracy exam criteria when it came out because it was so accurate and the muzzle velocity is relatively high. I believe they usually train for shooting around 400 metres but you could get shots in twice that far with some practise and care. Theres the LSW version as well which has an even longer barrel- it tends to be used as a sniper spotters weapon or snipers backup due to its good range capabilities.

[@scoe5908]

300m as an individal or 600m as a 4 man section.

[@billpackard4197]

Tell this stuntman he's in the military now!!!!!! There's a chain of command! Stop being a crybaby and use it!!!!

[@Gonken88]

Oh shiet!

[@thoraneh7365]

He did 6 years in the corp and 2 tours of Afghanistan

[@ExoticMl123]

V go join the Royal Marines. Do basic training. Come back and tell us

[@KristianTDI]

What's dodging bullets, camping, crawling through mud and just being a royal marine got anything to do with stuntmen?

[@abgayda2219]

What happened to Orlando Rodgers ?

[@football9947]

He died. A plane crash.

[@Alex-uy7cz]

The pilot thought he could loop it

[@Alex-uy7cz]

The pilot thought he could loop it

[@Alex-uy7cz]

The pilot thought he could loop it

[@Gonken88]

@@Alex-uy7cz You established that well.

[@deadshot3961]

Funny how the americans think they can take glory all because they assassinated Osama Bin Laden... Wow big deal, you enter a foreign country illegally to kill an old man who was defenseless. Not to mention you created an outburst when they crashed a chopper.. And that's from the Navy Seals, for your information our SAS train all of the US special forces. You guys backed out of Afghanistan first, we're still there fighting?? At the end of the day, we're all allies but pls do not insult British forces in such a low manner, when your country is no better, thanks! :).

[@viabum]

Oh, he wasn't defenseless. He had an AK in his room and he chose not to use it. He knew the SEALs were coming up to his room but I guess he panicked. But don't get me wrong. I, as an American, respect the british military.

[@deadshot3961]

You honestly think he had time to reach for his AK as the seals burst into his room? Our SAS would've been in and out without being detected and they would've captured him not killed him.

[@viabum]

Well, he knew his son had died in the stairwell and the SEALs were trying to coax him out of his room to shoot him but they barged in after that failed. Also the SEALs barged into the room because they were concerned that one or more people could be wearing suicide vests

[@ollieedwards9679]

personally, I think 22reg are the best, or sbs...not navy seals, not once did I mention navy seals being the best...so you learn to read dafty.

[@zoltancsikos5604]

RiseOfThe Pheonix The SAS doesn't train any of the U.S SOFs.

[@khalidazizi1805]

I remember these two dogs were going with us to patrol every day the black dog was very smart but the red one was always running before us and letting the enemies know that the troops are here then one of the British Sgt killed him with a knife during the patrol and they took the black one to England.

[@TermsofServiceATM]

I see where you coming from @grimmerMD but you have to try and comprehend how difficult this training is and is designed to be

[@stephenhobbs5203]

chuckled @ the naming of a dog who was such a nuisance they called him ASBO.

[@mkdy218]

There is always one !

[@thestonedrose7962]

So did Collins get his green lid then ?.

[@mirirasea2140]

Respect from Fiji

[@voltage7772nd]

hahaha that last part was funny, no you fuckers we've been doing nothing lol

[@stephenbelcher4376]

Carry on Circus Cardre

[@stephenbelcher4376]

Aye Down up Srgnt Mathews

[@Max_m]

Honestly, perhaps Collins didn’t have the best attitude, but I mean seeing the trainers talk etc. I think he had a case of unfair treatment

[@JenniferDARNELL-h5q]

Wow the stunt man is working hard 40-60 hours.😷

[@Worldwidewhat-wb]

yes he is a mug but he has a point why was not the others bt as well and they seem to enjoy the blackout thing and they are jealous for some reason of this guys skills outside the forces

[@ollieedwards9679]

no. you've got it completely wrong...if the guys who pass out as fully qualified fully determined marines have to serve in a warzone with a guy that is half hearted about joining the marines is not fair. If the effort isn't there in training, it wont be there in the field, it wont be there in the fights and it wont be there in the friendship. The dude is a bismo.

[@python244]

Hahaha a soldier in training thinking his superiors are just men..... he just doesn't get it ..... you respect the rank not the man.... junior soldiers are not "equal" to fully trained soldiers and they aren't even equal once they've passed all of their training.....they just go up a rung to "sprog" status .....

[@python244]

+Brock Landers that Brock is the whole point of basic training to turn an individual into a team player....to carry out orders given from above them in the command chain....without it there is no army just individuals doing their own thing....

[@python244]

+Brock Landers he was his own worst enemy....cadre always talk about recruits to find out what makes them tick and how best to mould them into a soldier....The last thing you'd want in a fire fight is somebody next to you who was being a soldier for a career move. You have to depend on the guy next to you with your life and vice versa....which is why ex veterans remain friends until they die of old age because they have a bond forged by circumstances not experienced by civilians.....The fact he saw it all as a career move said it all

[@python244]

+Brock Landers I joined up as a boy soldier back in the 1980s. ...A cold war warrior of several years service one thing other soldiers don't like is a person who thinks he's better than anybody else....It goes against the teamwork ethic that is drilled into you....A person who is like that in basic training will be battered down or thrown out similarly the timid ones will be encouraged to be bolder or thrown out....It works both ways....He went on to serve I hear ....so he learnt his lesson or he wouldn't have got his colour service....another one popped out of the mould ;)

[@harosokman]

Its a very good discussion between the line of training effectiveness and when a trainee believes they are poorly treated (in this case claiming victimisation). As an officer its such a hard balance. You trust your NCOs to do the best they can (if not you'd have wrecked them a long time ago) yet you can't throw away the claims until an actual investigation is done.... ...at the end of the day, if the NCOs think they're right, and yet the trainee is proven correct in the claim of victimisation. As an officer...its you. The officer is the problem. Obviously it may be an NCO or actually anyone in the training system (dont want to say that only NCOs can be the issue when actually the case its others) that is undertaking the behaviour but as the officer of the unit, if its got the this point and hasn't been identified...you're a shitty officer.

[@garryb8081]

Seeing the troops withdrawal August 2021 and the rapid advance of the Taliban, I wonder what these now grown men think of it all.

[@prestongarvey2285]

This is the ncr vs the legion from new vegas protecting hoover dam

[@johnnunn8688]

Collins has totally the wrong attitude. He is what would be termed in my day, ‘Bolshie’.

[@wubbalubbadubdub2810]

Adam collins is in Peaky Blinders and is going to be in Morbius damnnnn

[@janeknr2]

Collins did end up as a Royal Marine

[@richg9700]

then Collins is in the wrong job coz he don't even wanna be a Royal Marines Commando he wants too be a stuntman

[@joancharles1109]

Yes Adam they haters on your team

[@danssc9923]

These young Marines are doing a great service, but I wish they're not so naive 👍

[@TheBritishEmpire920]

Colins made a target of him self

[@thehighscry8409]

That stunt man is great cannon fodder.

[@thoraneh7365]

6 years in the corp and 2 tours later hes still alive

[@nacholibre1962]

21:05 That was your first mistake, nobber!

[@joejoe2928]

TANGYE IS CORRECT . THEY BELIEVE HE IS NOT THRTRE TO BE A R.M. BUT TO ENHANCE HIS FUTURE WORK AS A STUNTMAN ... HE IS A BIT ,OF A SHOW off . BUT THEY ENCOURAGED THIS...

[@5eek3r0fknowl3dg3]

a bayonet is a tool with a worker on each end