What To Bring To BASIC TRAINING | Joining The Army (2019)

[@Zachk_6.7]

Graduation 😂that’s what I look forward to for basics

[@skar516]

Shipping out on Sunday. Nervous as hell not going to lie lmao

[@TheBenAllen.]

You got this man ! Best of luck!

[@skar516]

Ben Allen thanks brother

[@hanzandfranz5337]

@@skar516 how was basic for you? I leave this Sunday

[@skar516]

hanzand franz it wasn’t bad at all. Pay attention to detail, do what you’re told don’t be a smartass and be ready to give it your all. If drill sgts see that you’re putting an effort they don’t mess with you.

[@hwhitley93]

How did it go ?

[@keontaetravezwilliams7011]

Shipping out April 13 going to Fort Benning

[@mckenziefacciolli]

What about “A day in the life of a 68W” that’d be a really cool video!

[@TheBenAllen.]

Watch the Live Stream tomorrow!

[@-e-6478]

Shipping tomorrow to fort sill as 68w

[@andyfrancis2946]

Came here after the live stream to watch this. Thank you ben Allen for pointing this video on your channel out to me during your live stream. Thank you for answering all my questions during the live stream.

[@harithl520]

I really thought asking this question today from insta. But then thought its not worth bothering you for such a question. Thank you so much though. Leaving monday..

[@TheBenAllen.]

Of course bro! Good luck! Keep me posted on your Journey!

[@Neverbaqdown]

M leaving Monday too. Ft Leonard wood 68whiskey

[@harithl520]

Ben Allen definitely thank you so much for everything

[@harithl520]

Seana what 😱 im leaving to Missouri and im a 68w too

[@Neverbaqdown]

@@harithl520 ha ha where r u leaving from? I am in pa so new Jersey

[@jaymckenzie9678]

I can enlist this summer so I’m excited to join the US Army

[@holasenoir8605]

shipping this 15th, on monday, I'm spooked

[@coreythompson4378]

Im shipping out in a month, June 29th aka my younger brother’s birthday😬

[@craigchance7643]

Great video my brother, hope I'll be shipped to where you are

[@TheBenAllen.]

Thanks Bro!

[@armyboyterry7136]

Good video man I’m in the army and I’m about to start my channel soon as life a soldier

[@TheBenAllen.]

Dope bro!

[@understandperspective6978]

I’m just trying to figure out if you actually need to bring a towel or if they issue you one at reception 😂😂 nobody has answered that question

[@TheBenAllen.]

They will give you some lol

[@blassmaster2888]

Brown towels issued

[@indiadavis1125]

But if I bring one will they throw it away

[@Dndragon55]

I ship on the 31st to fort Jackson

[@lelandgaunt9985]

Will the DS say anything about my buttplug collection during shakedown?

[@TheBenAllen.]

They shouldn’t lol

[@joshsalud9257]

Probably not but to be safe, join the navy.

[@lonesoldier3921]

@@joshsalud9257 I'm dead

[@christiancolon5588]

LMFAOOO

[@tuffynutt2005]

I'm shipping out on Tuesday, I hope it goes well.

[@JanaJ-b2f]

Goodluck!

[@tuffynutt2005]

@@JanaJ-b2f Thanks

[@JanaJ-b2f]

@@tuffynutt2005 You're welcome!

[@ChildersFishing]

How did it go?

[@tuffynutt2005]

@@ChildersFishing Wasn't that bad, if you go you'll find it's not really that hard but more mentally and physically demoralizing.

[@francocarbone7993]

leaving tomorrow to ft benning!!

[@katelynhurd3991]

I just want to graduate high school so I can enlist...just two more years lol 😂🙄

[@lwab8466]

m p you go to basic after completing your junior year and then you go to AIT after your senior year. I’m currently a junior doing that with the Guard. But in some cases you can also go to basic after senior year and then AIT after your freshman year of college, but it’s usually meant for Hs juniors 17+.

[@lwab8466]

Split option also means you get to do drill once a month both before basic and between basic and AIT. It helps you to prepare for both. Would recommend for next year if you’re a sophomore rn

[@sodafied7988]

@m p WAIT! I could have been earning 500 a month?! I'm 17 and ship on june 4th (I was born early july) god dangit!

[@russellwhite88]

Katelyn Hurd you are lucky I got 4 years then I can joining I'm excited but nervous on how basic is gonna be anyone got tips for me anything helps.

[@adiaz2469]

Hi. I have a lot of questions. I use an acne system that I apply in the morning and night, like 4 different bottles. Am I allowed to take that? And if that is allowed, what about when I run out? Can I get it shipped to me at basic from the company I buy it from? And what about my cleansing brush and charger? If I can't take those it's no big deal, I'll just go on without it.

[@TheBenAllen.]

If it’s prescribed you should be good!

[@jaybenew]

does it have to be travel size hygiene products?

[@TheBenAllen.]

It’s preferred

[@Edo23066]

Does your watch have to be a certain color? I have a G-Shock that’s army green. Should I take it with me?

[@TheBenAllen.]

Black or army green

[@lilmikekills]

Mine has a compass, is that allowed?

[@jacksonorr1426]

Hey sorry for commenting on a late video but are you allowed to bring like a small thing of lotion? Or can you buy some at some point.

[@TheBenAllen.]

You can buy some

[@lowrainuh8807]

Are you allowed to bring your laptop? or is that strictly for AIT only? Also, Ive seen other youtubers that use GoPros during AIT to film their experiences, you should make a video on how that works. Helpful Video!

[@TheBenAllen.]

Only in AIT, and for sure!

[@kw4841]

The only way you could have your laptop is at the end of your time at basic. Ask your family to bring it when they come down for family day/ graduation.

[@Aaron-gg1xd]

Do I need to bring my vaccine papers

[@Heathergray143]

Do I need to purchase unnecessary things at shoppee if I already bring my items?

[@TheBenAllen.]

Nope

[@Heathergray143]

Thank you!

[@g.i.jaenne6313]

After basic, don’t you get sent back home for a few days before you get sent to AIT?

[@allisonquigley8512]

G.I. Jaenne no

[@Rameses3113]

Hell no, the mission goes on!! Hooah!!

[@lelandgaunt9985]

No unless you are a split option you go directly to ait.

[@shaundemoss8708]

Do you get your phone in AIT?

[@thechillmaster5836]

@@shaundemoss8708 yes

[@Aaron-gg1xd]

What documents do I bring

[@danp4725]

Most videos I watch say they won't allow you to use your own running shoes. I'm assuming is different and subjective per drill Sargeants?

[@curtisgrant3850]

What do I do with my vehicle if it's several states away? Will I have time to drive it down after basic? Or should I sell it before I ship out?

[@TheBenAllen.]

When you go on leave you could grab it, but if you want to sell it you can lol

[@lelandgaunt9985]

Keep it with family or in storage till you come home or ship to your first duty station. If you don’t like the car then sell it.

[@hassanacolon5593]

can we bring our own stationary? like a spiral notebook and pens for letters?

[@obeiitheking2276]

Can I bring my debit Card ? Also what about sleeping clothes?

[@TheBenAllen.]

They will give you like a cash card there but I’m sure you can still take your debit card

[@obeiitheking2276]

@@TheBenAllen. thanks. But what do you sleep in?

[@psycho11rose99]

blanks

[@kmaaiiaa]

Do they give you sleeping wear and PT wear or would I have to bring clothes for clerking also ?

[@TheBenAllen.]

They give you it.

[@michaelhill2107]

Should I buy a watch before basic or do they make you buy one there?

[@southerngent9930]

can you bring bibles

[@TheBenAllen.]

Yes

[@MarcusVsEveryone]

What about my acne face wash? Can take that?

[@TheBenAllen.]

Not really

[@choosefreedomliggs7327]

I set up my bank deposit information st my Recruiting office...will they able to retrieve it at reception?

[@TheBenAllen.]

Yes they should

[@choosefreedomliggs7327]

Ben Allen Thanks for the reply! 19D MOS.

[@elishwamichaelbiju]

Thank you berry🍓 much!

[@chef9524]

Going to talk to a recruiter in about a week.

[@delriokeren]

What about cellphones? When can we use it!?

[@TheBenAllen.]

whenever they allow you to.

[@Spoopydelic]

So should I bring extra underwear and socks or will they give you some their.

[@TheBenAllen.]

They let you go get some!

[@0zak15]

How much money should I bring to bct?

[@TheBenAllen.]

50 bucks is good

[@lelandgaunt9985]

What Ben said, also you will get a “smart card” issued to you with an advance on it that will allow you to make last minute purchases.

[@thechillmaster5836]

@@lelandgaunt9985 smart card? Never heard of that

[@lelandgaunt9985]

The Chillmaster That’s what it was called in 1997, it’s an army issued debit card that has around two hundred dollars on it. The money is taken out of your paycheck for the first month. I say month because I opted for once a month payment versus the first and fifteenth.

[@thechillmaster5836]

@@lelandgaunt9985 ohhhh that. Thats mainly to get you boots and stuff like that

[@LordofStormsEnd]

So like why is the payment info necessary at basic if our recruiters already set up our direct deposits before RSP

[@TheBenAllen.]

Some soldiers recruiters don’t set it up for them.

[@LordofStormsEnd]

Ben Allen ah okay

[@MrsMystery07]

What about envelopes and paper?

[@TheBenAllen.]

I would take some also

[@blassmaster2888]

I was in osut

[@Mitch-rd9gs]

No shampoo? Deodorant?

[@lelandgaunt9985]

You can bring it, or at reception they have a small troop store to purchase from before basic.

[@J2Sharp-]

I ship tomorrow yall

[@svold]

Good luck. I ship June 15th to Leonard Wood

[@MrsMystery07]

What kind of shoes do they give u at basic?

[@TheBenAllen.]

Whichever ones you take or wish to buy there.

[@drewskiibrewskii9021]

I lost my state ID but still have my passport. would I still need my ID? I ship out in 6 weeks. Fort Jackson

[@Dndragon55]

I’m shipping to fort Jackson on the 31st how was it?

[@peezy5895]

shipping this sunday any tips guys ?

[@TheBenAllen.]

Stay focused!

[@peezy5895]

Ben Allen any info about airborne? my contract as a 25q has that option i think. my jrotc instructors told me to always volunteer.

[@adox1526]

Leave in 18 days 😰

[@TheBenAllen.]

Best of luck!

[@prettyboysed835]

I walked passed u earlier today in u cursed me out

[@TheBenAllen.]

Sed idk who you are lol

[@prettyboysed835]

Nall man im just playin witcha Great Video !! 😂