The Transformation | Making United States Marines

The Transformation: Making United States Marines shows the transformation U.S. Marine Corps recruits undergo during recruit training on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina. Recruits must complete 13 weeks of basic training in order to earn the title of United States Marine.
Video credit: Sgt. Nathan C. McKitrick, USMC Combat Camera, Parris Island

[@sgtkevin]

A friend of mine joined the Marine Corps at the end of my sophomore year in HS. When ha came back from Parris Island, he was so different. Before he had long hair, slouched a bit, we played video games and never really had serious chat, just a couple of very relaxed friends. When he came back, he was sharp. He stood tall, looking like he grew 6 inches, his hair was cut to nothing, he walked, talked and acted like he meant business wherever he went. The best part was he was also still the chill,down to Earth video game playing friend I first met. Chris is my friend and he is a Marine.

[@Avitaals]

This is beautiful

[@morphintime7780]

+Kevin O'Neill Sounds like he made an impression on you. Dunno how long ago this was, but did you ever consider joining yourself?

[@bamhamedsofia4212]

im happy you two are still friends

[@smileysky3098]

my,cousin came back Luke that I just don't get it he married a terrible lady with a filthy mouth, I thought he would learn more then that, my niece has changed a lot to . I joke around a lot n,she,looks at me like she gonna make me do push up lol but I have respect for them and all of them who are in the Marines

[@longstrongjohn5580]

Kevin O'Neill How old was he?

[@Truthteller863]

Anyone who puts themselves through this when there are easier paths to take in life have my respect

[@loveforcrochet]

Justin Moore my son is 19 yrs old and he became a Marine in October.

[@Truthteller863]

Love for Crochet well he's a better man than me I wish him well

[@betsycollins601]

You have great reason to be proud of your son!

[@thewatcher4552]

We Marines don't like it easy that's why we are Marines!

[@michaelbenitez163]

Oorahh

[@eveharmony7426]

Im in tears. My son is in boot camp, I miss him dearly but he growing up without a father he needs to be around these strong men. I am proud of the man he will become.

[@eveharmony7426]

He finished boot camp. He is now at MCT. Its been 4 months now and I have not seen my son. First time we facetimed after boot camp we both cried because I had to tell him our dog died. I asked him about crucible and he said it was ok, he was just very hungry lol

[@Thenamelessgod-cz9em]

Yes you should be proud

[@danielbaugher826]

JESUCRISTO BENDIGA 🙏✝️❤️🇺🇸🌟💚⭐️🥛🇮🇱🇲🇽💯🤩😇

[@ryanpoolecountry8864]

Im joining marines October 2022 im 26 years old I grew up in poverty Raised by a single mother I've tried going to college And had to stop to take care of her I have no skills really I'm losing a hundred pounds before I enlist I am determined to become a US marine you should be very proud of your son it takes a determination and calling

[@larrytaylor1968]

Eve I understand my son is currently at parris island

[@chadnoswal9243]

I never knew my dad or my mom. I spent 18 years in 19 different foster homes. I went to 13 different schools before 12th grade and barely graduated high school because I couldn’t focus on anything but how wrecked my life was. As a kid, I never spent long enough in one place to have any close relationships with anyone. When I was 16, I learned that my mom and dad gave me up at birth because they didn’t want to be burdened with raising a child. At the same time, my biological mother told me that I was “just a mistake.” I had no real reason to be on earth and I had accepted that I would never really be anything in life because my first 17 years was one failure after another. 2 weeks before turning 18, I saw a Marine walking into a barbershop at a shopping center near my boys home. To this day, I will never forget how sharp and disciplined he appeared to me. I never talked to him and I never knew his name. What I most remember about him, is how confident he was without saying a word. In 1999, I stood on those yellow footprints at Paris Island and from that day; I gave the USMC everything that life hadn’t given me before that day. 24 years later, I am still a Marine and as long as they’ll have me; I’ll stay a Marine. Marines are my family. Unlike my parents, the USMC raised me and made me the man that I am today. They did in 13 weeks what my parents refused to do. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor that I earned proved to me that I was not a mistake. Looking back on it all, if I hadn’t lived the life I lived; I’m not sure if I would have ever gone to Paris Island. As horrible as my childhood was, I’m glad it was the way it was. I’d do it all again if I knew where it would eventually lead me.

[@philomath67]

Awesome story.

[@stevethomas162]

I'm a 75-year-old Marine, '68-72, and I would not trade anything for the privilege and honor to have served my country as a United States Marine. chadnoswal 9243, I'm the brother you've never met but your brother nevertheless. Semper fi. Cpl SR Thomas

[@mariacalderon4658]

God love you and bring brilliant future Than you for you story

[@kennysherrill6542]

God bless you Son, if you were my Son I would be proud as Hell. Semper Fidelis Marine.👍❤️🇺🇸

[@cathleenvarner3413]

Thank you for your service. All my family are marines including my son. I am so very proud of him. You may not have had parents but the day you entered the corps you my dear son gained all the mothers and fathers you will ever need. You all are brothers therefore you are all our sons and daughters. We are very proud of you, and we honor you. Always and forever your mother, the mother of a marine.

[@icantthinkofaname8163]

Row row row your boat, sneak up in a stream, lock and load I. Tactical mode, UNITED STATES MARINES.

[@aonymouscadet1146]

Shut the fuck up Carl

[@nowgoawayanddosomethinggoo8978]

Dammit Carl! This is a stealth mission!

[@MexicanBeann]

I can't think Of a name nice lmao

[@Dan-lu5qd]

Cringe

[@samanthadalke1860]

I can't think Of a name God loves you

[@TacticalLeo]

As a obese 26 year old male who was dropped 200lbs and still has 40lbs to go... I so want this... Soon. Edit: on the day of February 18th, 2024, 7 years later it is with great shame I did not achieve my goal. I battled with depression and suicidal thoughts since making this post. I've also gained a lot of weight since then but I am in the process of re-losing that. On the bright side I got my shit almost together and I have gotten a college degree within this time frame. Working on my bachelors now. I do not qualify for the Marine Corps anymore due to my age being beyond the limit. Life has had its ups and downs these last 7 years but I am still alive and striving for a better day than yesterday. Not the kind of update yall probably had in mind but it's an update either way .

[@SAWNERDDDSE]

hey im going through the same thing man. 330 pounds and just starting on the path. i should reach my ideal weight in little under a year. I want to be there so bad i can almost taste it.

[@platinumpineapple9943]

+DecrepitFlunky if ur over 359 you can eat at heart attack cafe for free like everyday

[@SAWNERDDDSE]

Platinum Pineapple well its a good thing I'm not over that weight and no longer eat out at fast food restaurants.

[@platinumpineapple9943]

DecrepitFlunky aw u missed out dawg

[@SAWNERDDDSE]

Platinum Pineapple I'd much rather be a Marine then go back to that lifestyle.

[@L8Pilot]

I am a retired Marine. My son is a. Marine. My grandson will be a Marine.

[@nemochicky4697]

Lourie Salley Semper Fi

[@punisher8319]

Lourie Salley o thank you,your son,and grandson for your and there service

[@sleeve8651]

Guess some people are slow learner's ! Semper Fi OOH RAH !

[@DESIBOY-fe7nm]

Salute both of you. From India. #Respect

[@RockTheFoams23]

Yessir. I will be a marine like my father before me and as his father before him. Someday my son will be a marine like his fathers before him 🙏🏼

[@Fenril76]

Former Marine here, went through Parris Island in May 1976, platoon 3042. You never, ever, ever forget your time at PI, no matter the number of years. If it wasn’t for the Marine Corp, I wouldn’t be the person I am today in 2023.

[@robertpalmer3166]

You are not a FORMER Marine.

[@dannybarton940]

Semper Fi, old Devil Dog! I was a Hollywood Marine in August of '75, Platoon 1092. Hell, I still blouse my shirts and line up with military alignment when I dress. Yeah, I am who I am because of the USMC.

[@cesargutierrez4142]

am I the only one that got choked up when they earned that pin? Jesus.. I want to join

[@kurocat1206]

I cry every time I see vids of them earning that pin. I shed a few more for the guys that cry ;~; I want to join as well.

[@mxcccccc]

+Kuro Cat exactly right 😭😭

[@connorscott4160]

I told myself I wasn't going to but when it happened I couldn't help.

[@kurocat1206]

+C. Scott You earned it, Marine.

[@AslanAtreyu]

Go for it now or you may regret it later.

[@Jack_Klash]

I'm sad, ever since I was a kid I wanted to join The Marines, but I can't. The reason why is because I'm blind in my right eye, I hate it. I can do things just as well as everybody else, I can shoot well (I'm one of the best shots in my family). I can drive, I played sports just like all the other guys.. I'm normal except for the fact that I am blind in one eye. All you people who are considering joining The Marines, do it. There are guys like me who can only dream.

[@Jack_Klash]

***** I might try a different branch, I'm still trying to join The Marines.. and lenses won't work.. my eye is blind because it was stabbed so it's not gonna work anytime soon..

[@Jack_Klash]

***** Yahh I'm gonna keep trying.. I'm talking to my cousin who is a Marine and he said he'll do what he can to get me in.. And thanks :)...

[@abigailschullertsart6901]

Had the same thing happen to me. I am visually impaired. But I can do 8 pullups at a time and have been lifting weights for years. Hang in there!

[@Jack_Klash]

***** thanks, hopefully one day I can earn that title I'd do anything to be a Marine..

[@tankhellisgreat8950]

Michael Chacon any luck recently?

[@Juan-nq2jp]

Girls locker room: I hated the running today, my legs are soo sore Boys locker room: 12:07

[@ispankedyourwaifu9705]

Lmao

[@chaosinsurgency8918]

@@UndiscoveredLeader Right

[@ryancooley3247]

This is a severely underrated comment.

[@chaosinsurgency8918]

@@ryancooley3247 But why would he go and post that here?

[@kerstibaturin9764]

@@chaosinsurgency8918 guy

[@GaryLiseo]

As tough as this looks on the screen, I'm sure it's at least 10 times worse in reality. I know one of my brothers would always tell my mother how the training sucked to do while my other brother embraced and possibly enjoyed the suck factor it has on people. Knowing what my brothers had to go through, what one continues to do, and hearing horror stories from my siblings, father, and close friends, I would still do anything in my power to earn the prestigious rank of Marine.

[@leondaniels8949]

Gary Liseo Jr o

[@exercisemyrights]

this was the mild version to spark interest.

[@chownful]

it's easy

[@xcannonxxballx]

Not a rank but a symbolic title.

[@quentinpolkabla6312]

Alot of bullshit

[@raybonds5029]

it's been 42 years since i left parris island. i only hope they haven't changed it. it was the toughest thing i had ever experienced. i had played football and baseball in school and thought i was in shape. they tore us down mentally and physically. we thought we were going to die. the training was 18 to 24 hrs a day. no weekends off. 1 phone call home in the 12 weeks we were there. were we abused? hell yes, and thank God for it. i was trained to survive in combat. the training i received kept me alive and got me home. Semper Fi.

[@1990hondarc30]

jeff Brown , Welcome home Marine. the old WW2 barracks have been torn down. My dad joined in 65, went to Nam 66-67 with C-1/9 The Walking Dead. Semper Fi Devil Dog

[@1990hondarc30]

jeff Brown , Welcome home Marine. the old WW2 barracks have been torn down. My dad joined in 65, went to Nam 66-67 with C-1/9 The Walking Dead. Semper Fi Devil Dog

[@Dustyholes]

RIP Iron Sights

[@dirkpittthegreat4559]

Jeff rite i enlisted 2/8/68 ...u got that right hardest thing I've ever done. Abused? Hell ya...Vietnam 68/69 India 3/1 ...in 1988 went into Active Marine Corps Reserve ...at 38...backed up my 4 years to slide me under the age limit..had 3 months left of my 3 yr contract 41 years old Activated for Desert Storm! I was proud to go...again, and would do it again at 70 y.o. without hesitation..always a proud Marine . Semper Fi (If they only knew. )

[@aprilburris5414]

They don't hold themselves as proud and put together as we did on graduation day. Out of step, bad posture, just not moving as One. The end result speaks for itself. Must have gotten softer.

[@SMINDLER]

that eagle globe and anchor is what I want to earn the most in my life.

[@Danvers97]

Thrasher Dawg then do it

[@n.i.t.f919]

Same here

[@wolfman205]

Thrasher Dawg It will change your life for the better, once a marine always a marine, the brotherhood run deep. It will teach you tact , honor, respect, which is what half the people in this country lack “ ooh-rah marine Corp” Corporal USMC 1985

[@chancethegreaser7312]

Thrasher Dawg so did you

[@Amazonuser1717]

I’m going for the trident my guy

[@mrchuculus]

My cousin broke his leg at the very end of the crucible. His friend had to carry him for real that time.

[@eveharmony7426]

My son carried one of the guys in his platoon during crucible. He made it in the yearbook pics. It looked hella epic! It gave me chills. Holy crap! I raised this kid

[@Darkknight0777]

@@eveharmony7426 you did great ma’am, I’m sure your proud. Thank you for your sons service, I hope to call him my brother. I leave for San Diego on January 18th.

[@eveharmony7426]

@@Darkknight0777 enjoy your holiday season with your family and friends. You will do great.

[@bigpoppa3020]

Don't you viewers forget the swimming part.

[@octavioperales46]

Big Poppa shit Dawg hardest part

[@T.B.Y.S.]

More like, the DROWNING part

[@rogerscott8211]

alot of the USMC boot vids leave it out, thats what makes me love this video

[@ILS_Aviation]

Yeah..2 men literally trying their best to literally drown you..they'll drag you out only if you go unconscious That's what my mom said who was a marine...so I assu- wait marines dont lie..so it is true

[@PhysifistEngineering]

It's not just a stereotype, the brothers can't swim, lol. They sink to the bottom everytime, it's hilarious.

[@ianandrews4973]

I'm heading to Parris Island this Tuesday. Echo Company, 2nd Rct Training Battalion. This is so motivating.

[@angelramos4760]

Nigga you made it!

[@michaelpereira7052]

hello I'm Michael,I'm from Guyana south America and I would like to join the USMC

[@JackMeoff46]

Michael Pereira a lot of marines are from South America,you need a green card and a high school diploma or a ged(ged+15 college credits)

[@CR7R10DG19]

#Respect

[@egg3288]

...you still alive?

[@doublemeatjesus]

hahahaha i remember doing my bootcamp CFT with heavy pneumonia, hahaha oh god i remember the DIs fuckin spitting in my face on the run....WHY THE FUCK ARE YOU DYING!!!?!?!? X-ray showed i was basically using 1 lung. Good times lol.

[@kurocat1206]

Hardcore Marine 👊

[@nickpaulie]

Respect!

[@elite-delta-1177]

Respect

[@elite-delta-1177]

Respect! Hoorah!

[@emmanuelsmith1301]

bcove90 do you think I will be able to complete the 12 weeks at bootcamp? I've been contemplating if I should attempt but I might die in training... I've only one lung and have not heard of someone with one lung completing the training.

[@wtpence4731]

Second only to becoming a Christian, joining the Corps was the Best decision I've Ever made ! Changed me, my course in Life and my future ! NOT easy or for the faint of heart, but anyone ,with the right mind-set , can do it. 247 yrs. the Marine Corps has guarded the U.S. A. ! OOH Rah !

[@matthewanderson8033]

Amen, brother. Can't wait to be fresh from high school, straight into boot camp!

[@beth3099]

Did you struggle with the Christian decision at all?

[@wtpence4731]

@beth3099 No, I asked GOD to watch over me, and he did. It was as simple as this,do I believe in America and the freedoms we enjoy ..?Someone has to pay the price because it Really isn't free

[@beth3099]

@@wtpence4731 Thank you, Im trying to find faith and it just isn't coming naturally. Just seeking advice from someone who seems very respectable. Thank you again for your advice and service for our freedom!

[@donaldbryant8679]

I left PI in 1981... physically. Here now in 2024, after watching this video and with tears in my eyes😢, I believe in "Time Travel!! because I was right there with those Recruits!!! Watching them receive their EG&A.... PRICELESS!!! You can't buy it, you can't Give it away nor can you lend it to someone. THIS one precious Emblem MUST BE EARNED!!! Semper Fi!!! '81-'86.

[@TheSixstringsinner]

I served 10 yrs in the Army..I have the utmost respect for Marines. They stood proud shoulder to shoulder with us over seas. No finer friends I've found.

[@steveff43]

This makes me want to climb Mt Everest and war cry at the top of my God given lungs. Alpha Co 1Bn RTR July 16, 2007. Still on active duty and I still get chills.

[@JD-qq9cn]

1052 July 6 2007. Semper Fi

[@alexhebert2956]

I'm heading to Parris Island this Tuesday. Echo Company, 2nd Rct Training Battalion. This is so motivating.

[@jacobcarroll7485]

Alpha Co 1st BN Plt 1007 December 11, 2020

[@thomascochran8669]

quit acting foolish,mount everest

[@nayryecal7675]

My brother is currently at MCRD in Alpha CO 1Bn

[@Boo-fm7bg]

I’m in the delayed entry program leaving for bootcamp in august and this video gives me chills, this is the moment I’ve looked forward to my whole life.

[@user-cw1yy6zx1x]

How’d it go?

[@Boo-fm7bg]

@@user-cw1yy6zx1x I just graduated yesterday I left for bootcamp in november it went good.

[@nayryecal7675]

@@Boo-fm7bg congratulations! My brother is at MCRD San Diego right now and graduates in April.

[@chaderyman259]

What u get dropped for? Saw that u just graduated

[@alwaysfadedsdot5508]

I’m 400 Lbs and dropping weight to get down to enlist and get into the DEP I want this more than anything rn I can’t wait

[@tasonycusa2093]

MY SON IS A MARINE I REMEMBER 2 YRS AGO WHEN HE LEFT FOR PARRIS ISLAND AND 3 MONTHS LATER I WENT TO HIS GRADUATION .. SEMPR FI TO MY SON AND ALL MARINES U R THE FEW THE PROUD U R MARINES TY FOR UR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE GOD BLESS U ALL GOD BLESS AMERICA USA ❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️

[@landlockedcroat1554]

Taso USA 67 y

[@jagerfromgsg945]

Thank you for his service. (And yours)

[@estherzaragoza7587]

Taso USA 67 u

[@jonaspearson7435]

Brainwashed af

[@anarkhos6506]

+Jonas Pearson He's just proud of his son and his country.

[@hbudsmalley6317]

Being a Marine Corps Drill Instructor was truly and honor and a pleasure. Semper Fi Marines.

[@annaelisavettavonnedozza9607]

You changed so many lives for the better. You really had an impact in this life ♥️🤍💙

[@tritondriver1]

Earning the title was and will always mean the most to me. That black EGA. Finishing college , kids being born, business success, etc. Nothing has been a bigger achievement. Nothing ! Semper Fi !!

[@Scott-tb3lb]

+tritondriver1 Agreed. Earning my Doctorate now, and nothing will compare to my Senior Drill Instructor handing me my EGA.

[@MegaFregel]

tritondriver1 yeah you got successfully brainwashed but whatever floats your boat. Semper Fi.

[@unnamedsportsfan6343]

Not even having your kids?

[@leonardpark9997]

@@unnamedsportsfan6343 if you've never been there, you will never comprehend, yes, even myself considers the day i officially became "one of the few" the greater accomplishment than even my firstborn. If ANYONE could be a Marine, we would be the Army

[@NemesisElitePro]

Are you out or did you reenlist for another challenge in the gun club?

[@jonathanedwards7304]

Hey Guys Im A veteran ive join the marine Corps back In 2010 i cant lie i miss it everyday ive had my good times and my rough times ill tell you one thing about going to Marine corps boo camp its going to be tough mentally and Physically so Prepare yourself go running and doing alot of pull ups and push ups can help. they going to run you like hell in the marine corps boo camp. remember just stay Focus on your goal of earning the title because life is going to be hell for 13 weeks but once you get through all of that hard training and you earn that title its going to be the best feeling in your life. Remember this once a marine Always a Marine and no one can not take that away from you until the day you die. And Also to the New Polies thats deeping in the Marine corps i wish you all the best of look in Marine Corps boo Camp. Youll all will be my sisters and my brothers. Oooh Rah

[@kingatlanofatlantis3075]

Jonathan Edwards Hey im 15 years old and I weigh 290lbs and years ago I had foot surgery but it's fully healed but I want to know if I lose the weight and keep strengthing my feet will I be about to join? My father who was in U.S. Army told me to keep doing push ups and sit ups and it increases every night right now im at 25 push ups/situps should I keep doing them and would my feet would do with a waiver form? Thanks

[@WeatherWX]

Talk to a recruiter, they will be able to give you the final say on that.

[@kingatlanofatlantis3075]

WeatherOne Alpha Whiskey Will do there's one in Roswell,GA i'll talk to him

[@shebelong2thestreets250]

DanielSepticEye how'd it go I'm also in that same situation you're in, what did they say?

[@kingatlanofatlantis3075]

Comrade Dogo He said just get cardio and strengthen your feet then you're good. He and I are actually really good friends.

[@DresWaytv]

I can’t wait until this day to make my mother proud of me

[@alphawofie4516]

I'm gonna cry when I get told " You earned it,Marine".

[@crimson_scum7129]

How’d it go

[@Tooplayer4u]

Hey, are you a marine yet ?

[@cavscouttrooper3202]

Prior service Army, going in pretty damn soon. Can't wait to conquer this challenge.

[@miguelmarrero3314]

CavScoutTrooper but if you ain’t cav...

[@milesmayhem5440]

You get over that real quick.

[@ILS_Aviation]

You mean marines? Because this is a marine corps video

[@arttheclown9458]

Ill be transfering from Army Infantry to Marine Infantry after my contract is up in a few months.

[@Inspadave]

The same metal desks I sat at twenty six years ago. Ahh....the memories.

[@thepatriot3018]

I will be proud to be a Marine one day

[@lt.petemaverickmitchell7113]

If I can go back and change some decisions, trying to be a Marine would have been one of them. I would’ve tried anyway I can tell you that. I never understood how much honor and respect that just the word Marine meant back then. When the toughest situations in the world rise up, who’s the fighting force to get the call to go in FIRST and fight through ANYTHING? The Corp. And that’s the man who people see for the rest of their lives.....the toughest men God made who always do more with less. Semper Fi Marines!

[@mishtaromaniello8295]

When the Drill Instructor sheathes his sword at 17:35... He must be thinking "Finally this shit is over." XD Go Marines!

[@chrisd3783]

+Mishta Romaniello LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL

[@c0nrr]

Mishta R

[@MikeRoberts1964]

More like..."One more platoon through...Two days off and then this shit starts allll over again with a new busload."

[@muhammadal-afazy9588]

Yeah job done

[@neonickhaos4811]

Mishta Romaniello just to start all over again the next day or so later

[@sorandom8133]

Row row row your boat sneak up in the stream lock n' load in tactic mode UNITED STATES MARINES

[@zacslifer9395]

👏🏼

[@infinitetheorem5627]

warframe?

[@sorandom8133]

+Khamari Fernandez yes my profile picture is the lotus symbol from warframe

[@mxcccccc]

Yo that was fireeee🔥🔥🔥

[@dilmcgee2514]

So Random Semper Fi Ooorh

[@cavemanlook]

I don't know if it harder or easier today. But the fact that people still try for greatness. CPL 1987 went to boot in 1983 at 17 Was a MARINE AT 17.

[@robertdelorey1149]

I think that I share this thought with all Marines! Twenty minutes after I hit the Yellow Footprints I said to myself "You fool, you fool, what did you do?"

[@ironbean4767]

The marine hymn at the beginning just makes me think about my family, my grandpa was in the army, my older sisters were in the navy and airforce, I will be the first in my family to claim the title, one day I will step on that graduation ground and proudly claim the title. My last name comes from the great civil war general, I will continue his legacy of defending the United states. Recruit Grant reporting in sir

[@tippski5229]

Bless you and your family for serving our country. Semper Fi.

[@gabicerra3573]

This got me all emotional. My boyfriend is down there right now, going on his 4th week. I'm really excited to see him when he graduates.

[@ReyTheGreat]

Gabi Cerra thank you for supporting him ❤️

[@xMarkie]

Gabi Cerra Your boyfriend should be a United States Marine by now,Correct?

[@gabicerra3573]

Markie Yes he is! Graduated October 5th, currently halfway through his School of Infantry training at the SOI, ITB.

[@xMarkie]

Gabi Cerra Semper Fidelis Ma'am!

[@milesmayhem5440]

You are probably broken up by now.

[@charleighh.990]

I'm a Marine. Stepped on those foot prints on Sept. 6th 1978, I'm a Hollywood Marine. My MOS's are 0341,1391,8531. Without the Marines I would not have survived my lowest times in my life. The Corps gave me Discipline, Honor, Drive and Strength Mentally, Emotionally and Physically. I Miss the Camaraderie and the Work and the Play. I will NEVER Regret being a Marine! PERIOD! ~SEMPER FIDELIS~

[@jimfinnegan4208]

My son 9 years a proud marine love him very very much happy birthday

[@Thenextworldwar]

Love 17:36. Senior DI's just like "My work here is done."

[@lazydaze6]

Thenextworldwar That was my senior lol

[@vampyr2936]

It'll be hell while you're there but looking back, it'll be the most transformational time of your life.

[@JohnLee-kl4tc]

14:49 god damn thats one good looking marine.

[@theoffice3802]

Ill bang

[@AyushKumar-yk9fw]

Every Marine is good looking for His/Her Country

[@ChinBiter47]

she could kick your ass too!

[@arsenelupin2329]

Riley Higgins No u

[@reallyhappenings5597]

get some 😉

[@kevingrissom8869]

My grandfather was a Soldier in WWI...my father a Soldier in WWII. I am a MARINE. I truly hope in my heart we can avoid a third conflict. But if not, I stand at-the-ready like a Minute Man.

[@tippski5229]

Semper Fi Marine from this old Marine (1965/70). Continue to march!

[@balistikbaritoz3612]

In four years Im gonna wear that pin and no one and nothing will stop me from serving my country no WASWAS and No terrorists will stand in the way of the United States Marine Corps

[@milesmayhem5440]

BalistikBaritoz three years left. Still moto?

[@WokyAdventures]

@@catfishyt9925 keep going soldier. Im a sophmore it goes quicker than expected.

[@etanusmaskianus1916]

king sativa damn right.

[@astrovoid3835]

king sativa *Marine

[@dylans1495]

@@milesmayhem5440 only 2 now

[@karlfromhighrock7158]

I can not express how proud I am of my marine. What an amazing honor to hold. Family day on Paris island is a memory I will never forget.

[@jerrypowers5763]

Anyone who lays down his life for a brother, no greater love that this

[@claytonburch8239]

This year I’m going to become a United States Marine.

[@gangter4569]

Well how was it

[@fartboy258]

Gonna suffer from your cigarettes you smoked

[@burges7777]

Did u make it ?

[@mintyhyena-ie4kt]

My brother he's now a United States Marine it was his dream becoming a Marine ever since he was little and I'm really proud of him that he followed and got to his dream

[@lolatorres6016]

2 weeks now since my son left for his training...this make me cry but at the same time I am so proud of him!! God Bless America!

[@yamclapper2504]

@lolatorres6016 well since you’re home alone now, can I come over? 😏

[@darrenshevathio1004]

I will be the only one person that will change my family tree forever

[@alysonturcin-weller7443]

Incredible! God keep you all safe. Thank you United States Marines. God Bless America! 🇺🇸

[@jenniferherrera3294]

My name is Terrance Herrera, I am a Marine Poolee currently in the delayed entry program on the island of Guam. It's always been my dream to earn the title of Marine. Since I was a kid I wanted to be one, and I cant tell you how excited I am to finally start realizing that dream. I'm pumped to be leaving within the next year, pumped and gunning for that title. Oorah!!

[@chrismc410]

I know Guam very well. Andersen AFB to be exact.

[@z33tona15]

I’m currently a Poolee and I’m Shipping out July 29th, 2019.

[@paytonmelchor3541]

June 24th here.

[@bennydrives]

Murphy how was it

[@gabrielmendoza4538]

Hey i ship out july 29th as well good luck man

[@omniousw988]

Gabriel Mendoza wow it’s almost your turn to shine

[@dreadnought6263]

Good luck Haha already been there

[@bghost1068]

I'm a senior in high school and I've always wanted to be a marine and now that I'm finally able to join I wont lie I'm nervous. I'm not going to wimp out but all I can think about is all those who have come before me and must have the same thoughts going through their heads. I will be a marine no matter the cost no matter the pain. God bless the marine corps!

[@jmorales419]

Did you do it

[@jmorales419]

@Bghost 10

[@joecarroll8449]

“When the recruits finish their training they will go into a country and await orders for hours and hours before being ordered to clean humvees and await more orders”

[@CyberViking1]

Oh shit! That's my platoon at the beginning, the night I went through those silver hatches. That was a long night.

[@DevDog1108]

This almost makes me want to go back through again….ALMOST, lol-Semper Fi Marines, past, present, and future💪🏾

[@Fuzzlecakes1]

God Bless the Men and Women of the US Marine Corps. I wish that all Americans paid the respect and admiration due to this most formidable and honored unit!

[@savageax6182]

Crying because I'm so happy for the Marines that was successful.

[@marcierudolph8735]

My family is a military family. Marines, Army and Airforce. My family have fought in every military action and war this nation had participated in since the Revolutionary War. Many didn't make it home. All gave their best. I am the first generation born in the south, and I found one amongst the dead at Andersonville. I have worn my brother's MC ring since he graduated. My son in law did 2 deployments. Helmand Province and 11 months off the shore of Libya. I am very proud of him. He treats my daughter, who has proved herself worthy of a soldier and given him 3 beautiful children. It was never easy, he even missed the birth of their first child. But they never buckled like his family predicted. I even had a brother doing soldier sculpting at Paris Island. Man, did he have some funny stories! I've tried always to instill in them that there is honor in being a soldier. It is an honorable profession. But they have to provide the dignity. BYOD, so to speak. Bravery is a byproduct of knowledge, confidence and honor. It will be there when you need it. We are under attack. Make no mistake, Antifa is a terrorist organization. They have taken over territory armed. They have declared themselves not of our nation and they kill indiscriminately. They are breeding fear and distrust and and hatred among our people. They disrespect our flag, our glorious dead, our brave veterans and our beliefs. My question is...why are they still here? This is a job for my military, so what's the hold-up? They have damaged this nation irreparably with malice and forethought. People say our military will not fire on it's own, but they are not it's own by their own admission. They are baiting the citizens of this nation and soon the people will rise up on their own. They are not equipped for such an endeavor. We need the help of the those who are trained for such situations. What do we have to do to get relief from this?

[@spencerjay3947]

This is a good video. I'm gonna be joining the U.S. Marines in two more years. I wanna serve and protect the country I love. I'm for sure Subscribing

[@larrynichols1771]

Yea u are just being a worthless grunt to them

[@zachthomas258]

larry nichols stfu

[@andreasmoser6365]

If you really want to protect the country, you should become a lawyer.

[@jeremiahfyan]

Andreas Moser he said protect the country not the convicts

[@ianhines2302]

Are you in?

[@rodrigues2793101]

It makes me remember my days at the Army sergeants school. Only who passed through a military Basic training will understand that feeling, while achieving victory! Greetings from the Brazilian Army! 🇧🇷

[@wolfman205]

The United States military the most powerful force on the planet, thank you to all of you, while you serve our country, completely voluntarily, away from your families, always in harms danger, to protect us from the bad guys. I have been there, and still appreciate all of my brother, and sisters for your tact, professionalism, honor, bravery, No words can say thank you for all you do, but THANK YOU OOH-RAH Corporal U.S.M.C 1985

[@jerrypowers5763]

PROUD TO HAVE SERVED.THE BEST USMC

[@thatkidingym3122]

When I grow up I’m going to join the U.S Marine corp. my dream started at an early age when I was about 3 years old when my dad took me to a Military museum where I saw Marine flipping rifles, their uniform and outfit was very fancy and very pretty. I was impressed with the military technology, that was in 2009 when I visited the museum. One time when I was in Mesquite Texas I saw 4 solder one soldier was manning a 50cal machine gun and the other 2 are passengers and 1 is driving an old 1940 Jeep. now I am 14 years old I am 4 years away from joining the Marine. I have been studying a lot about Military career and jobs. I want to be a combat Marine when I graduate the Marine basic training. The reason why I wanted to be a marine is helping my family because we are struggling to make money and when I get into college they will pay my college fee for me so in my future I get more opportunities. I’m not just doing it for my college I’m doing this for my family and my country.

[@cameronkearney2294]

Good story man, the four years will pass by quickly I was saying the same thing early in highschool and now i graduated this year and I’m going to bootcamp in November!

[@whiteowI]

You should join jrotc in your school if you have it. I'm a freshman right now

[@smokeabomb7406]

Just make sure you PT, I will be shipping in 3 months, what everyone is saying you will never be physically ready for boot camp, everyone tells me, you will get tired even if you are Superman

[@allimarie425]

You’re a smart and good kid for realizing you can change your life at 14 through the marine corps. Good for you! If I would have had that mindset I would be so much better off now at 24. My husband in in boot right now for the same reasons you listed, only he learned about all of this at 23! You can do this! You will change your family tree.

[@redd.exotics]

I've been in the U.S Army for almost 3 yrs now. My first choice back then when I first came to America was USMC, this video was one of those videos that motivated me into joining the military looking back into now having been deployed once, regretting a little bit that I should have joined the USMC. But I wouldn't trade it for the world for the experiences and people I've met through out my military career so far, the military does change you in a lot of ways you cant imagine. Graduated basic training in fort Jackson 2017.

[@arttheclown9458]

Same here man, my contract in the Army is almost up in a few months. Im planning on reenlisting but into the Marine Corps.

[@TUFFGUNN]

@@arttheclown9458good luck to you bro 🫡🇺🇸

[@richgoff9737]

All these years have passed for me but the pride and emotion is still there. Semper Fi my brothers and sisters

[@robmallamo3291]

Mad respect for these men and women sacrificing to protect our country.

[@sneif24]

I went to San Diego for boot camp back in 1994 this brings back so many memories

[@jetsonwhite888]

Best 'boot camp' vid I've seen yet, and I've watched plenty. The story told here so eloquently on film, is extremely well written and edited, and excellently narrated. BRAVO!!

[@pufsnarutonation2555]

As a marine , and have been in for a while now , not really ever looking up marine videos on KZbin sense I joined years ago , this popped up on my feed , I clicked it and when it went though each phase , I had memories I remembered clear as day and could see as if it was yesterday I woke up in my rack to go out and do what had to be done for the day ,and this brought back some motivation I felt I had lost , stay motivated Marines , semper Fi

[@gabrielpollard3400]

Semper Fidelis. Marines

[@mikedunlap7073]

Joined the Corps on my 17th birthday in 1976 MCRD San Diego. My father did not make me a man, the Marine Corps did. I explained to my son to bury me in dress blues and flip flops. Let the tradition continue SEMPER FI!

[@ADHDpsycho]

I like the way it ends and goes back to the beggining, ties everything together nicely.

[@Randy-ez8to]

Went through Parris Island 52 years ago and to this day everything I learned and was taught still with me today.

[@tippski5229]

Ditto Randy. I outposted Parris Island April '65 and you're right, to this day everything I learned there is still with me. Semper Fi Marine.

[@Randy-ez8to]

Semper Fi

[@firedarkdragon1]

I’m shipping off in October and I’ve wanted it since I was a young boy

[@Julien-ns2cv]

_Unspoken_ tell me how it went

[@maventry]

How’d it go

[@user-oy6tq1tp5m]

All my love, respect, appreciation, and admiration to the USMC.

[@barabbasrains1593]

Wow! Went through PI in 73 3rd Battalion. Watching this took me right back esp forming ie yellow foot prints and what we called walking through “The Doors To Hell” The end of the Crucible and our Eagle,Globe and Anchor really got the tears flowing for sure, it was called “E Beach” during my time. Great memories and glad I went back down it and knowing our Corps has not changed and earned the hard way.

[@mariannem6128]

Well documented. Thank you all for your service!!!

[@dannyb9140]

Proudest day of my life, 7/20/2018, watching my son graduate from MCRD San Diego.

[@piper_lori-williams-tudhope]

Beautiful, and brought tears to my eyes! God Bless these Men, and Women! So proud of all who serve! A friend of mine just finished her Crucible Saturday!

[@dalebaldwin6183]

Good. For all for. Compete. Boot. Camp 😂❤ i spent. 24. Years. Retire. A. Msgt😂

[@mikemccarthy9456]

Great video - stepping on those yellow footprints can't be fully appreciated on video. MCRD San Diego, Platoon 2014, graduated April 25, 1975. Wonderful experience, hardest and best thing I've ever done. Thank you Platoon Commander SSgt Hyland, and Drill Instructors SSgts Dungans, Anderson, and Sgts Williams, Holycross and Wilk.

[@NicoleHoltActress]

I'm crying with joy and pride while I'm watching this. My son is on week 3 of Boot Camp right now. Looking forward to seeing him in less than 11 weeks.

[@manuellopez504]

Can't wait to see my son Now a Marine !!🙏🙏 I'm so proud of him and all of those to serve.

[@notreallygordonramsayorami8785]

I ship to recruit training on August 10th, and I can’t get enough of these videos. I’ve wanted to join the Marine Corps for a little over 10 years, and this year I turn 20. I’m so ready for this challenge coming in my life. Semper Fi!

[@cameronkearney2294]

Did you make it ?

[@jaysonhill6985]

This is my favorite video on KZbin period

[@JNieto2511]

That Eagle, Globe and Anchor Ceremony part always makes me tear, always brings me back to when I got mine. RAH!

[@williamlydon2554]

15:00, i'm crying too

[@williamlydon2554]

Luuk344 Up yours Commie, it's a sight to behold when a Leatherneck gets his EGA, i'm sure you've never had the honor of earning one..

[@Luuk344]

william lydon Sounding like the biggest boot....

[@gabrielgarcia437]

+william lydon i cryed too but not because i earned it but its a mix of the fact that i wont ever get to earn it and the happiness i feel for friends who have earned it.. i went to bootcamp but got discharged during recieving for allergies.. meps made an error and i was never supposed to go in the first place.. but after training and trying to prepare for a year, eventho its quite impossible, i went and was told i cant be a marine without ever getting a chance to try... i give all my respect to marines.. and would fight and die for my brothers whether i had an eagle globe and anchor or not... god bless our united states marine corps and its fine young men and women..

[@williamlydon2554]

Gabriel Garcia I'm sorry to hear that, but i think you would have made a fine marine.

[@gabrielgarcia437]

william lydon thank you.

[@roadsgames555]

Never forget Semper Fidelis Marines run to the sound of the gun Hoorah

[@victorrq8231]

I cried, felt that chill, now I am sure that I really want to do this for sure!

[@monicasaenz1155]

You are the best soldiers, Thank you for your effort, dedication, sacrifice and commitment. God bless you🙏🙏❤️❤️

[@hypertokyo2205]

me joins marines throat: ight its was nice being with you ima head out

[@reallyhappenings5597]

Very proud of our Marines past and present!

[@robertpalmer3166]

My son-in-law went to boot camp in San Diego. He was then an MP MCAS Beaufort, SC. He then trained at both MCAS Beaufort and Perris Island as an EOD tech. He has done very well, loves our daughter and their children, and I could not be more proud.

[@connersain4266]

Graduated today 2nd rtbn E co plt 2002 Glad to be a part of the brotherhood now I used this video as inspiration when I was getting ready for parris island

[@10MinutestoRouletteFortune]

When I got to my first duty station in the fleet, they stuck the Eagle Globe and Anchor pin into our hands as our initiation into the platoon. We all had to clench it in our right hand for what seemed an hour. Hard core back then. Enjoy the ride.

[@bradleyattersley8031]

British Royal Marine training also has one of the most challenging military courses too. Go all Marines, HOORAH

[@FirstNameLastName-ej7hu]

I am so excited for this!! Been spending most of my time self conditioning myself well enough so I don't die out on the first day. I'm not gonna be ready ready for this but just enough to be able to push pass my limits.

[@goat9845]

Only a couple more months, can't wait!