USMC Camp Pendleton Eagle, Anchor and Globe Ceremony March 3, 2016

500 recruits finish the USMC Cruciable. Formal ceremony in which they officials become US Marines. PRODUCED BY WSIL-TV. Mike Snuffer Producer and Photographer - Reported by Dennis Turner

[@developer101]

I cried the day I became a Marine, I remember being outside the barracks that morning. Later that day we marched across the parade deck. I couldn't believe it man! I was a Marine. That was over 30 years ago, and I still cry when I think about it...

[@DroppedCuh]

Respect ✊

[@atreussonofhippodamia9182]

I'm three years late to reply, I graduate highschool in December I am currently losing weight and studying for meps, once I become poolee, I'll be off to MCRDSD after a week or two after my graduation. I told myself that I knew I won't be the same and to enjoy who I am right now because I will be reborn once I earn the title of Marine

[@heyy_yoo1876]

@@atreussonofhippodamia9182 Same poolee east cost MA. Day of boot camp August 22th. 72 ASVAP finished MEPS Yesterday. Got CC as M.O.S. God speed to you. You got this.

[@ellarussell8769]

@@atreussonofhippodamia9182 You can do it. Both of my boys are Marines. Older of the two wasn't pudgy but, slightly shorter and had more meat on his bones than his baby brother who is 6 ft-1in and lanky. He was all muscles and very fit the day of graduation. Same for his baby brother. Went in lanky but came out fit and muscular. Whatever your weight, just know, you will be whipped into shape

[@manuginobilisbaldspot424]

Absolutely. We finished the Crucible on November 16th, 1997. That Sunday morning...I'll never forget it. I actually had a partially torn hamstring I was hiding and one of my good platoon mates Pvt. Gamez helped me up the Grim Reaper. Getting that EGA pinned on my chest when some members of my own family didn't think I'd finish...it just meant the world to me. Those tears tell a real story and those young Devil Pups deserve props for enduring, especially in this new world. It takes something different to still WANT to be a Marine.

[@woodrowcall3269]

Watching my son get his EAGLE,GLOBE and ANCHOR pin was the proudest moment of my life.He left home a child and came home a man.God bless our military, and God bless America. Thank you all for your service to our country. 🇺🇸

[@joblow626]

Props to the little guys. Always in the back of the formation constantly having to run when the accordion effect is always going on with the formation.

[@t0n3mapls43]

good point. That guy probably had it worse than any other marine over there. He is a beast.

[@williammorales9185]

Yeah, I was one of those guys. That shit sucked but I'd pay to go thru it again.

[@otonielmolina4507]

Oooohraaaa lil end !!!

[@michaeldirksen3360]

To Little End: Fuck ya boys From: Big End

[@TattsnGuns]

I was one of the small ones. That sucked major ass.

[@DustJem22]

I cried my eyes out because I was just glad it was over and I got to see my mom!!!! Ended up retiring and having a great career!!

[@profbenji]

The only time a marine can cry

[@HiddenCredit]

No you may also Cry once your son also becomes a Marine

[@henryliu1046]

Hidden Credit u dumb.

[@DP-eo5xd]

I saw a documentary on the Chosin Reservoir, perhaps the most brutal battle in the history of the USMC. One of the old vets said something like this “you know they say real men don’t cry. Well I can tell you that is bullshit. When you are hurting, you cry....”

[@princeangelobaybayan722]

I think toughest for me was the confidence course

[@risselhobbs6621]

@Sherman adventures how tf are they dumb for that? A marine can cry for his son following in his footsteps and fighting for his country. He doesn't even have to cry to be proud..

[@maxredman5628]

our son... he is one semester to a business degree... dropped out of college to join the u.s. marines... he left and didn't tell us... and i,m glad he didnt. he is currently at san diego mcrd on his 5th week of boot camp. God bless him...God bless the u.s. marines...God bless the united states of america

[@lorklorkman7937]

Business degree would've been better. Now he will be a pawn for the government.

[@Mmjacksom]

Lork Lorkman someone that wants to join that bad will enjoy their entire time of service HELPING those like you live a safe life

[@towelietowel4513]

He should of went OCS and became an officer... smh

[@Youre_Right]

Lork Lorkman I used to work with a guy that had an MBA. I was his service manager at the Tire and Lube Express. So that degree wasn’t doing much for him.

[@towelietowel4513]

khapsha1000 Respect is gained. Officers can get respect if they earn it

[@urielflores865]

Cash .. man that almost made me cry

[@t0n3mapls43]

same

[@RickNethery]

The little Guy has a big heart, and He proved what He is made of. I hope He has a great tour of duty. He loves His Country, His Family, and His beloved Marine Corp.

[@gruntengr4197]

Semper-Fi Johnny Cash

[@theradiantmomclub3173]

Just showed this to one of my male students who needed motivation. I told him "what makes you special, that you think you're the only one who's not going to face obstacles to get to your goal?" It helped him, thanks for posting.

[@gergsetse]

I still remember the feeling when SDI SSgt Rowe gave me my EGA 20 years ago and can still hear the words that he said. It is a very emotional moment when you cross that line and become a Marine. Semper Fi!

[@LambertBowden56]

I am 5'8 and was in the Corps. You would be surprised how small some guys were. Many of them were Mexican or Asian and could fight just as hard as anyone else.

[@oneshotprestige]

This is encouraging. I'm only 5'7 looking to go in.

[@abeboy5433]

This motivates me so much. I’m planned to leave this August and it’s been a struggle to lose the weight and get into the physical shape I need to be. Being a United States Marine is my dream and I hope I can serve and make everybody proud one day. Respect to everyone that is a Marine.

[@jmusmc85]

Did you make it?

[@NFLYoungBoy223]

I lost the weight to become a Marine

[@bensgerl1986]

why should these men be ashamed of tears?my father was one bad ass marine and I know he cried when he was finally called marine!!he fought to become a member of the greatest family on earth!!semper fi daddy!!!!rest in peace devil dog!!!

[@bryanmorton9858]

bensgerl86 ott daddy ? Are you gay

[@grill.daddy_3433]

Bryan Morton More than likely he's not cuz he said Marines not Navy. Damn, the ignorance of people astounds me.

[@RickNethery]

911 Responder Films Bryan is a random troll and should be disregarded. I served as a Marine Myself and the other day when I recieved a letter from My Son that He wrote Me to confirm that He successfully passed the Crucible and earned His Marine title I shed a tear too. I am flying out next week to watch My Son graduate.

[@domonickjosten9237]

@@grill.daddy_3433 Without the NAVY you MARINES, our fellow service brothers in arms, whom i shredded blood, sweat, and, respect with, would have all been left dead or dying in the field, had it not been for a NAVY CORPSMAN. Ignorance is bliss... D. Josten HM3 U.S. Navy.....

[@gmarine22140]

The memories ..... I went through in Jan 2001. graduated April 6th 2001. Went to school of infantry. Then to 2/7 1st Marine Division.. I'd do it all over again. Semper Fi

[@amercer4221]

gmarine221981 you're kidding. I was in 2/7 fox company in that time also

[@DragonguyA]

Thank you for your service, I plan on being a Marine a year after college

[@gmarine22140]

@Felix Garcia negative

[@irockz281982]

I went in July 2001 w/ 3rd Btln India Co Plt 3096 graduation Oct 12th 2001. SOI, MCT Hotel CO. Then to Comms 29 Stump, then 1/9 Comm Btln. MOS 0621 Semper Fi Brothers and Sister. Stay Motto, Stay Salty, and above all else Stay Disciplined! Raaaah.

[@UnlikelyLDS]

The thought of being at the top of the reaper like a warrior victorious in battle and hearing a drill instructor calling me a Marine for the first time is what motivates me.

[@franklyspeaking8335]

That is so hardcore..respect to all of them..I’m not in the military, but I have so much respect for these guys who put it on the line everyday to keep my home safe. Thank you Marines. From a greatfull US Citizen!

[@ronaldbentley3935]

These are what sustains the Brotherhood of the Marines...each generation is the same and has been since 1775....each generation standing on the shoulders of those that went before... once you know that you've earned your place as a Marine it is an emotional experience to be one of the few ,the proud, the Marines....i would be proud to go to war with any one of them....Semper Fidelis My Brothers

[@gmako74]

What an amazing experience! In my day it wasn’t called the crucible but it was still an amazing and proud moment in all Marines life. Still makes me cry watching this! Semper Fi !!

[@alengmaliitvlog642]

As a Filipino citizen I am very proud of you jhonny cash... Oorah Marines 💪 💪 💪

[@sherbaum1985]

Maybe it’s because I’m getting older, but the longer I’m in the military (USAF 15 years so far), the more appreciative I am of all service members in all branches of the United States military. Each one of you voluntarily signed that dotted line, raised your right hand, swore an oath to the Constitution, and earned your place as a US service member. We all like to poke fun at opposing military services or at different military career fields, but at the end of the day, we each have a job to do and WE DO IT WELL!!! To the Marines featured in this video: welcome to the largest, most-rewarding fraternity you could have ever joined.

[@FFEMTB08]

Semper Fidelis means "Always Faithful". Get ya shit straight.

[@Crazeddude1000]

FFEMTB08 Lol It can also translate to "Always Loyal"

[@timwillroth9662]

Maybe so, but Marines don't say Always Loyal, we say Always Faithful. It's wrong in the context of this video.

[@REAlREAction]

As a Marine myself, Don't say Always "Loyal". I don't care what you think it could mean, we say Always "faithful."

[@LouieNeira]

The OP means “semper” not “seper” as in the incorrect caption at 0:24.

[@bluecollarworker1491]

From the minute I got off the bus at Parris island Semper Fidelis is drilled into your head - Always Faithful - that 9 weeks in ‘79 changed me & my life for the better I’m extremely proud to have a Son & Daughter both become Marines

[@99900062]

Congratulations! Semper Fi. I went through MCRD San Diego PLT 2013 1975

[@marciewright9670]

I’m so proud of my uncle James Dixon, he graduated from Camp Pendleton as a Navajo Code Talker.

[@gruntengr4197]

When you talk or think of your Uncle ... Remind him all Marines proud of him. A Marine is a Marine wether he's light green, dark green or any shade in between. Semper-Fi

[@royarnold1333]

I took my training at San Diego in 1968 . Seeing this clip of guys finishing boot camp still gets to me. Like the guy said the pride of what you just accomplished is really something. I cried just watching it.

[@jonathanwes9150]

The Best feeling in the world earning the title United States Marine. Nobody can ever take away that Title.

[@Elwrt455]

REAL men cry ( ***saluting*** the Marines). My 1st year in college, a guy said "... I'm joining the Marines..." the BEST thing that I've ever heard. Navy & Army Veteran

[@RandomGuy-ou3no]

Mad props to the short guy

[@taizawells9937]

I’m watching this video right now as my son is going though it right now . God bless them and all the men and women that sacrifice so much to protect us … in a few moments I’ll be a real MoM

[@Roh-c8e]

Wow, a 5 feet tall marine! I'm impress!

[@brandondavis7525]

I'm five feet tall I'm joining so what?

[@cigarmikey]

rohli estrada they say Marines grow to 10 ft tall

[@2kybn519]

cigarmikey No. their balls do

[@DragonguyA]

"I didn't know they stacked crap that high!" Yes, I know Sgt. Hartman said something different but I don't swear, I think it's pointless and it's also rude

[@singaporekeith]

when they're smacking against your mamas ass they do, 2K YBN.

[@bljp]

i cant wait until my husband gets his, i know he will feel so relieved and proud of himself.

[@kwt2000trucker]

it was the first time I smiled while in boot camp, smiled and laughed but never cried, anxious and my heart pounding hard, everyone has different reactions to emotions

[@cindyduran835]

I appreciate and applaud you all. Thank you for your service and God bless!

[@AJV3534]

July 18 I'm ready.. let's do this!

[@akidim13]

July 25th MCRD

[@nicksaban4677]

TaCtIcSfTw1 MCRD Marine Corps Recruit Depot

[@Atlas_1775]

"MCRD What?" refers to him asking if he was going to San Diego or Parris Island

[@nicksaban4677]

Michael Yack oh ok

[@AJV3534]

Well that fucken sucked! But hey I'm officially a Marine, I made it!!

[@TheLoneLeo]

I don't know why, I never cried up top the Crucible, it just felt like another obstacle to be accomplished and that it was never going to end 😂

[@irockz281982]

I remember the day we reached the top of the Reaper and heading down to get our Warrior breakfast. In 2001 we actually didn't get our EGA until Family Day on the parade deck back at the Depot. Semper Fi Marines, Old, New and Future. Stay Salty, Stay Motto and above all else Stay Disciplined!

[@ellarussell8769]

My older boy graduated in 2006. The EGA ceremony took place on family day then as well. My younger boy graduated in January 2022. I was a little disappointed to learn that it was done during the last day of the crucible. Like many other parents, I was looking forward witnessing that take place

[@timwiseman4218]

Technically the reporter and Instructor are both correct. It's a total of 13 weeks, but the first week is interpreted differently. Some consider it on boarding and not counting as BMT. Others counting it as part of. Either way, at that point, the recruit has been there 11 weeks.

[@specialistj3934]

Only people who go through all of this would truly understand. Respect 🇺🇸

[@gogurtz1738]

I don’t remember crying when I received my EGA. All I was thinking was, hot chow, some good sleep, and graduate.

[@evan4672003]

On graduation day you can shed tears.

[@MaxBlight]

I remember falling asleep during the ceremony lmao, DI was literally 2 inches to my face when I woke up "are you sleeping?" he said.

[@Mmjacksom]

Would’ve said I’m trying to hold back tears sir 😂

[@psauce9837]

I teared up. Went through boot in the summer of ‘99. I was in MRP for 6 weeks extra on top of the 13 weeks. Broke a bone in my hand. I’m pretty stoic but I bawled my eyes out when I earned my ega.

[@tritondriver1]

Holy $hit! I'm short as Hell and was Trail Series last PLT and shortest. I know the feeling. Kept having to " Tighten It Up!!!" Semper Fi !

[@randymygrant9048]

Seriously, crying . Graduated April 22 1983 shook alot of hands don't remember anyone crying

[@toniduenas7223]

Thank you for you're service

[@Exorsin]

this is why the title Marine holds the respect and honor it does, I'm humbled to be working towards it.

[@AlexM-lz4mi]

I earned the title dec 29 2017. 1bn Bravo co. Platoon 1031. Greatest day of my life. Your hungry, tired, just out of gas. In the end it's all worth it

[@airamorravan1710]

Dios les de fuerza a todos. Mi hijo esta ahora esta base. Y lo mas triste es que si pasa esos retos . no voy a poder ir a su graduación por este mendigo COV19. Quisiera sentir esa emoción de abrazarlo como hacen en este video😢😢💔

[@GuamPhotoLife]

OohRah! Semper Fi! I still remember when I graduated Boot Camp, 19 December 1985!

[@dukeadams2288]

This will be me in a couple of months!!

[@Jolee.1]

Man is still feel the emotion from 12 years from ago.

[@geneo3654]

Semper Fi Marines, from a Marine of yesteryear 1969 - 1973 Ooorah !!!!

[@JasLWea]

Oct 2001 - Oct 2006 - 09 reserve. OORAH !!! Yesteryear ONCE A MARINE ALWAYS A MARINE !!!! Semper Fidelis Marines.

[@sarahchapman4679]

My brother is leaving from the marines in a few weeks.I can't wait until he graduates and will officially be a marine.

[@jessewright8556]

this was my company I'm in there somewhere.

[@mofo7689]

Graduated Nov 1983. We had a tiny guy just over 5 ft tall. EVERYBODY took turns taking some of his weight. He was barely 110 lbs, so extra 10 between everyone cut his weight to an acceptable ratio. He was the same dude to take the firewatch of others helping. The Obstacle course on a short dude is entertaining, to say the least.

[@patkinder6632]

Different when I went thru the Island back in 75 . Wasn't called Marine til the SDI said " dismissed " on the grinder . Proudest day of my life ! Ooorrahh !!

[@georgeenke4937]

The Crucible did not exist when I enlisted. But I absolutely love this idea. SEMPER FI

[@mightymacdiesal12]

MCRD SAN DIEGO, IST BATTALION/BRAVO COMPANY-1997 I remember our lead hat SSGT Willis, yelling the closer we got to the top of the Reaper, “on top of the world right?” Then about 20’ from the end, he instructed all of us squad leaders to run with him. We did. And l loved every second. Semper Fi.

[@URangryX]

Always. Semper Fi, brothers. I love you all.

[@andrehurst1091]

I just swore in and i ship out July 12 this year i can not wait

[@thatslytheringirl1497]

My brother is going to be a marine today and I’m so proud of him! Semper Fi! (If he makes in Im not trying to jinx it)

[@JamsIneedRPG]

Starting today I promise myself I will become a marine.

[@RovingRoninEDC]

I never met a single new Marine in this video and likely never will……but I know every single one of them despite that. Semper Fi my brothers

[@jackcarnes9415]

Much respect to these new Marines. The older I get the less military minded I get. I'm still proud to see these young men and women stepping up and getting it done.

[@Voucher765]

Note the M16s still in use, The M16A4 was in service when this was taken but was phased out in favor of the M27 which is a version of the HK416

[@granthoffman610]

Oct1st 2020 greatest day of my life

[@sirbrannigan310]

lol, I remember how in mct everyone regretted joining

[@Darryl-u2f]

Graduation over 50yrs ago! Marine Crops has changed alot. But it is everyday! Be 70! Next year!

[@collinklopfstein3458]

I leave june 26th for basic training, I can’t wait for this moment.

[@ItsHisComedy4You]

You got this brotha !

[@reneb.2394]

Semper Fidelis is Latin for "Always Faithful," just a little FYI haha

[@benjaminrivera3190]

Man.......... I'm miss this.

[@christianmayhew2617]

God Bless the United States Marine Corps!

[@valinwolf1846]

'Rah

[@Reverent1998]

I ship to boot on February 5th, 2018. Anxiously waiting the moment I will earn the title. Semper Fi.

[@zyggy9364]

Ill see you there!

[@Vxrt504]

Good luck m8

[@grill.daddy_3433]

I ship in October

[@squilliam8329]

No shit, oorah bravo company, I was echo company lol

[@squilliam8329]

Alex did u make it?

[@irishbear8383]

Graduating is all fine and dandy til you get to your unit and the hazing starts all over again

[@SeansModelBuilds2017]

As long as you are in the Training System or your unit does not like you.

[@feildhockeyfeildhockey5676]

Its called the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor. Semper Fi means always faithful, not always loyal. Reporter says past 11 weeks of training, literally not even 10 seconds later when the Drill Instructor says 10 weeks. Marines who go to boot camp in California are from West of the Mississippi, so not really from around the country. Can tell someone did not do much research....

[@erasmoconcepcion999]

Love my Corps....Always

[@amarilloaristocrat8435]

I wasn't addressed as "Marine" until graduation. That came on December I, 1978. We also didn't have the crucible. Second phase was at Edson range and San Onofre. My FMF unit was Aco. 1/1.

[@grill.daddy_3433]

Amarillo Aristocrat The Crucible didn't come into existence until 1996

[@highlife438]

These Marines earned their tears...let em fall

[@hawghawg381]

I didn't cry. My drill instructors cried.

[@tambert3897]

The little guy has a big heart

[@nomadicle6867]

Theres a shot load of small marines my dude it's normal, you say that like that's a rare sight

[@angelodeieso9331]

I also cried on that day i felt like a real man after graduating from basic

[@SIX6SIXer]

Cash is a badass

[@StupidPOG]

August 21st, 4 months left!

[@arjay3438]

August 7th brother, what's your MOS?

[@cenafanist]

American Kid I leave october 23

[@neenerz419]

American Kid God bless U!

[@neenerz419]

God bless #ALL

[@kw7807]

Always faithful..

[@wittwittwer1043]

We always said Eagle, Globe, and Anchor, in that order. And for confirmation, google it: Eagle, Globe, and Anchor - Wikipedia

[@Peanut_butter17]

*Always faithful*

[@LowkeyySailor]

This is very motivating 💯💯

[@lostsoul3154]

Wishing them all well.

[@vic3444]

My platoon had to 5 foot marines and by god they earned the title.

[@HighIvan]

Mexican American Marine

[@fernandosaldivar5135]

MexUsMarines!

[@trevorquips8582]

Lol, I am mexican american, but i look more white than anything...

[@vincealince_SRT]

Me too, joke in the Corps, can’t beat em join them(relation to Marines taking Mexico’s capital)....

[@AventuraHoldings]

I'll be here for a while.

[@Prreezy]

I got to meet that recruit highlighted in the video. Pretty chill guy. II MEF II MIG MSB

[@johnnybravoBoyah]

In my SD boot in 1980 ,i think we called that our "mount Mof er" long hump in full gear Then to go up a large large hill (Mtn)😁

[@frankt4525]

They said Seper Fidelis in the caption it's Semper Fidelis that is a fucking disgrace to Marines

[@ottermode3477]

They obviously messed up. they're civilians, why do you think that they would know anything?

[@BugattiBoy66]

Frank Tricozzi Not that big of a deal. Lol

[@chriswhusker]

You guys don't seem to understand how important tradition is to Marines. Not to mention if the media is going to do a story on the Marine Corps, all of the information they are reporting should be correct. Hell, if they're going to do a story at all, the information should be correct...but we all know that's a long shot.

[@BugattiBoy66]

chriswhusker lol I am a marine, it's probably just a typo.

[@DragonguyA]

It's English auto-generated, what'd you expect?

[@bendak5473]

When the reporter said his name was Johnny Cash, I just blurted out loud, "I FUCKING KNEW IT!"

[@thomasandersen5349]

Correction: The title is technically incorrect. It's Eagle, Globe, Anchor, EGA - not Eagle, Anchor, Globe.

[@918kickinwing]

Cash is the man. Very strong. I'm thankful he is defending the United States.

[@fresh50]

No greater friend, country, Corps, family. Semper Fidelis !

[@jamilwiliams4489]

One day I will earn that medal and title of Marine

[@t0n3mapls43]

Damn Jonny Cash is a motherfucking beats. Think about how much tougher training was on him because of his height and he still pushed through and came out on top.

[@almc-wi5vo]

BROTHERS FOR LIFE. No one can explain it, until you live it.