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USMA-82
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1. Be in better physical condition than anyone else.
2. Volunteer for nothing - but when given a task, do the best job humanly possible.
3. Always support your buddies, even if you get dumped on.
4. Never lie - to anyone... about anything.
5. Never give up.
2. Volunteer for nothing - but when given a task, do the best job humanly possible.
3. Always support your buddies, even if you get dumped on.
4. Never lie - to anyone... about anything.
5. Never give up.
This. Basic isnt what it was when I went through. I hear they dont yell anymore, or put "too much" stress on you. Get used to running A LOT. I was really good at running by the time basic was over...too bad I hate running more than anything else on this planet.
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Yea I heard Benning is the only boot camp you guys have worth a crap lol. Regardless, it is such a small part of your career, just make it through without getting in trouble and you'll be fine, even if your DIs were complete pussies. But not everyone can be Marines.
On a serious note, you've chosen a pretty tough MOS these days, good luck and start practicing posting on NES with a pen in your mouth. Stay safe.
Mike
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On a serious note, you've chosen a pretty tough MOS these days, good luck and start practicing posting on NES with a pen in your mouth. Stay safe.
Mike
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fencer
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It seems basic isn' t what it was back in '67. It definitely wasn't a cake walk back then. Whether the advise about not volunteering is good advise now is valid, I don't know, but it was good advise then.
In God We Trust
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Not sure if the Army basic bashing is just teasing or not but it was pretty tough when I went through back in 98. I was older and in good shape but it still was 16 weeks of suck. Disclaimer : I did go to Benning and I believe that it is supposed to be night and day compared to other army basic training stops.
A buddy of mine from the guard joined the Marines after doing some time in the Army and had to go through basic again. He said it was pretty much the same thing except for the "aiyi" deck hatch stuff and all the gay sex. ;-)
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In my opinion boot camp accross the board has become too soft. There is a difference between abuse and correction, and in my opinion hands are tied too much when it comes to correcting recruits. This is not to say it never happened, but it didn't happen frequently enough. That said, PI was a pretty miserable 13 weeks.
Mike
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Mike
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Dude!
Did you read your post?
With punctuation and spelling like that, I guess you will fit in well in the 82nd!
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Lip
Army Veteran
That was wrong..LOL
Lip
Army Veteran
I dunno I got my ass beat once at Mc Muffin. Of course this was back in 86. Of the troops for the troops.
fencer
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Rockrivr1
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Everyone pretty much covered the basics. Just remember that the job of the DI is to break you down and rebuild you the way the Army wants you to be and they enjoy their jobs. They will push you, insult you, get in your face and do everything they can to push your buttons. They are looking for a reaction to see what your stress points are. Just remember that is what they do. Don't take it personal, don't let yourself get worked up about it and definitely don't let it bring you down. If they think you can't handle it, you'll get that treatment every day to make you crack and wash you out. I personally seen a guy crack and with a running start tried to jump through a window with those wires in it. Cut himself up real bad and was immediately washed out.
Some here are saying that Army boot camp is easier now, but I wouldn't count on that. It will all depend on the DI you get. As everyone said, shut up, do what your told and try to be as invisible as possible. Do those things and you'll be fine.
Some here are saying that Army boot camp is easier now, but I wouldn't count on that. It will all depend on the DI you get. As everyone said, shut up, do what your told and try to be as invisible as possible. Do those things and you'll be fine.
centermass181
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if your having trouble during the commo class, just ask your First Sergeant for a PRC-E8 that works. that'll solve it.
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What MOS did you sign up for? Where are you taking Basic?
Good advice. I was a Corporal in an Infantry training unit for a few months. the #1 medical problem recruits have is with their feet. Great time of year now to do some hiking. Situps, pullups, and pushups along with some running will help your body adjust.
As far as Basic being easier, I think that's been said by every vet since the Roman Legions. Training methods evolve. Calling people stupid names, blanket parties and cleaning floors with toothbrushes doesn't teach anyone a damned thing that is useful, except not to treat people that way if you want to accomplish a mission.
A lot of people will tell you "Don't volunteer for anything." In Basic a DI would walk off 50 or 100 yards away and say "I need six volunteers."
Meanwhile, the Corporal (job description: "To be the meanest mother****er in the Army) would have moved around to the guys shirking in back, who would spend the next 10-15 minutes doing pushups and low-crawling over to the rest of the unit.
Remember your job is to defend the nation, and act accordingly. Starting now: you can probably start correspondence courses in your MOS.
Good advice. I was a Corporal in an Infantry training unit for a few months. the #1 medical problem recruits have is with their feet. Great time of year now to do some hiking. Situps, pullups, and pushups along with some running will help your body adjust.
As far as Basic being easier, I think that's been said by every vet since the Roman Legions. Training methods evolve. Calling people stupid names, blanket parties and cleaning floors with toothbrushes doesn't teach anyone a damned thing that is useful, except not to treat people that way if you want to accomplish a mission.
A lot of people will tell you "Don't volunteer for anything." In Basic a DI would walk off 50 or 100 yards away and say "I need six volunteers."
Meanwhile, the Corporal (job description: "To be the meanest mother****er in the Army) would have moved around to the guys shirking in back, who would spend the next 10-15 minutes doing pushups and low-crawling over to the rest of the unit.
Remember your job is to defend the nation, and act accordingly. Starting now: you can probably start correspondence courses in your MOS.
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In God We Trust
NES Member
"Relaxin' Jackson"! You will be fine. Just go there in shape and keep your yap shut.
EDIT: and thanks for your service. Whatever you choose to do with your military time, it is a noble pursuit. Everyone here may bust your balls because you were not infantry or a jarine, but any service is noble. With maybe the exception of the Navy![[wink]](/xen/styles/default/xenforo/smilies.vb/002.gif "Wink [wink]")
(kidding, squids.)
EDIT: and thanks for your service. Whatever you choose to do with your military time, it is a noble pursuit. Everyone here may bust your balls because you were not infantry or a jarine, but any service is noble. With maybe the exception of the Navy
(kidding, squids.)
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fencer
NES Member
Oh... you are gonna be a mine detector. OK. Practice this. Put both hands over your ears. Now move forward with your right foot, like you were trying to test thin ice. Now... BOOM - found one! Thanks man!
In God We Trust
NES Member
Isn't that a "polish minesweeper?"
Cool, must have done well on the ASVAB!
Maybe you can go visit iRobot or Quinetics before you go and see what the robots look like before GI's get their hands on them!
Also - study guide
40 caliber
NES Member
enjoy yourself, It will suck at times but the memories will be forever, I was in the army for 10 years.(4 years reserve and 6 active) Some the best people i ever worked with was in the Army
Boghog1
NES Member
I thought that was the Marine corps
That's my beef with them. The disparage everyone's service outside their own branch.
In God We Trust
NES Member
How about letting us answer the kid's questions asked without spamming his thread?
Surely there is an embassy or naval vessel somewhere that needs to be guarded? Or just go fly around in an Osprey while complaining about how under-resourced you are. Make a birthday cake. Talk to each other about how challenging USMC basic training was for you. You know, all the important things the nation relies on the Marine Corps for.
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Put it back on topic and leave the interservice rivalry to another thread.
