I truly loved being a Drill Sergeant and having an impact on these young people. I am happy to share my last march as a Drill Sergeant. I almost cried but held it together! THIS WE’LL DEFEND!!!
Senior drill sergeant I’m positive you don’t remember me but I’m in the video and this just popped up on my feed and I just have to say thank you for the constant motivation and the wisdom you passed on
One of the drill sergeants in my cycle was leaving halfway through. He walked off the drill pad one last time. We all told him “Have a good day, SERGEANT!” as he was wearing a normal patrol cap instead of his campaign hat. He left, walked for about ten seconds, executed an about face, returned to the drill pad, and smoked us one last time for a good fifteen minutes.
I miss knife hand reprimands from my father. To this day I turn lights off as I leave a room, I rinse and place dishes as set. Laundry is folded, and my sheets are tight with corners. Miss that tunnel rat psycho. I can say it you can't, man was bat shit, still life lessons and leather skin gained. USMC SEMPER FIDELIS!
Drill Sergeant, I can truly understand. Even at 50 years old and long out of the Army, I can still remember my Drill Sergeants names. They were special people in my life, just you are to all of the recruits you have mentored. With the greatest of respects.
Thank you sir for your service and I still remember my DS names, also. I really enjoyed my time as a DS. It hits home how important our rolls are recently I lost one of my trainees in Afghanistan. Thank you for the support on the channel.
DS Boggess, DS King, DS Lee. If any of you guys are reading this, I still remember your name 12 years later. To all the Drill Sergeants out there, you included Bama, thank you for helping to shape me into a man.
Quick question though, I have been thinking about joining the Military for a while now, I have been watching Military videos to expect what is oncoming, is there anything I should know so that I could properly prepare?
@@arandomhorse1488 As a former Sergeant with 10 years in and one tour to Iraq, I can tell you if you're ready to answer the call and join the greatest military of all time, here's a few tips to help get you through. First off, if you drink or smoke, quit that shit right now. You don't want to be going off to basic training while being dependent on nicotine or alcohol. You don't receive the time for either in training. Second, work on your PT (physical training). Believe me when I tell you, the ARMY will get you in shape, it's going to hurt, it's going to suck, and sometimes you may wonder what you got yourself into, but you will make it through it. Drill Sergeants won't let you fail. So, the better shape you're in before you go, the better. Third, you are giving up your freedom to give freedom to everybody else. This is called sacrifice. When you sign on, you are giving away most of your rights and saying that you are 100% willing to do exactly what you're told, when you're told to do it, and in most cases, without question... Fourth, you will no longer be an individual. You will be a member of the greatest team on Earth. You are a link in the chain and a chain is only as strong as it's weakest link. Everything you do has to be what's good for the team. Fifth and most improtant, you must want to challenge yourself physically and mentally. The military starts out rough for everyone. It gets better though the longer you're in. It's never really easy though. If it were easy, everyone would do it. Fact is though, only 1% of our nation's population will serve in our military willingly. Take pride in that fact. When you become a soldier, you sit on a higher pedestal than most people, and you must never do anything to reflect negativity on yourself or the military. Hope this helps. Good luck.
Casey Clark shipping to the army as 11x soon the corona virus has my ship date messed up but even though i watch vids everyday it always motivates me reading comments like your thanks for your service and i hope when i ship out i can make myself proud and the army proud!!
I wasn't a DS. They were tough but when they got done with you, the kid was gone and you forever saw the man in the mirror when you shaved. Best decision of my life
Respect. I did my boot camp at Fort Jackson in 1985, so it's been a minute. I still remember all of my drill sergeants, the senior field leader, and the company commander.
Greg Dodgen can’t remember any of my teachers or counselors to save my life, well maybe a few with the big knockers...🤣.....but I remember my DS’s like it was yesterday.
I admire you folks. My dad was a Sgt. in WWII and he gained respect from his men and for many years in our community he was one of several go to adult men who inspired a lot of young folks. And he could sing so I have really loved these cadences a lot.
Best part of Boot Camp was the marching. At 48 years old I wouldn't mind going back just for the late evening marches to chow and the cadences... This we will always defend! Assist Protect Defend!
First name senior, last name Drill Sergeant . I'll never forget that last talk you gave to the whole company or all the times we cut the grass with our bodies. Bravo Beast.
I remember back in 2001 my last march as a Drill Sergeant. My emotions got the best of me after 3 years on the trial at Ft Jackson. Brings back memories. Black Lions!
HOOAH...I’m an ex Army Sargent I was an 82nd airborne paratrooper, I was at Ft. Jackson basic training then Ft. Lee for AIT. I did 5 yrs in the Army served in 9/11 Afghanistan. Every time I hear a drill Sargent calling cadence it sends chills up my spine. Makes me proud to have served my country
I was a Drill Sergeant at Ft. Leonard Wood, Company E-1-2 from April 1969 until September 1970 and loved every moment of it. It was an honor during the Vietnam War to train the hundreds of brave men I sent through basic combat training. Hope they are still alive and well today.
I went there last month to watch my son graduate and the museum they have there is amazing.now hes at Fort Knox.💝thank you for your services and keeping us safe 🇺🇲
My father was drafted in ww2 before I was even born. I love these marches but I can’t listen to em for long, he left of age when I was only 5, but I miss him. Thank you all for your service, fuzzy or above doesn’t matter. Thank you for serving this country to protect what we hold dear.
For me it’s been 24 years, bootcamp is the easiest part of military life. I would do it again even if I didn’t know what to expect. Most of all I miss my brothers and I am sure by now some have past away but, I will see them again!
Thank you Drill Sergeant for your service, I did my basic at FT Lenoardwood in 1976, I had just turned 17 on September 2nd and I enlisted 26 days later, little did I know what awaited me once I got to basic training, it was shape up or ship out!!! I chose shape up, at the time I didn’t realize why the DS was constantly jumping up and down and yelling get down and give me a 100😖 but I learned real quick what that meant, I did everything I was told and then some because it just made sense!!!! See the front and lean position isn’t to comfortable especially after 2 hours🤣 I think about my time in the service a lot but I will never forget what our drill sergeants were trying to accomplish. I’m thankful for men like you, whose job was to make men out boys. Again thank you for your service and God Bless you “Drill Sergeant”
So crazy this popped up on my feed. I graduated in this exact company in 2018! You were my platoon leader and favorite Drill Seargent by far. You always had the best life advice! It so crazy to think about how many lives you had a positive impact on! I especially enjoyed Sunday’s towards the end of the cycle when you would have talks with us and share your wisdom. However, it was definitely smart to stay on your good side!😂 I’m forever grateful for the experiences and memories enlisting has brought me. ESSAYONS! 🏰
Great send off drill sergeant the army saved my life back in 1979 I have great respect for our soldiers the drills and training was the best part for me back then I was soooo motivated wow I have goose bumps listening to your drills lol so awesome I was based at fort Gordon Ga my Mos was 31m signal school this bro here is Army Strong peace and thanks for sharing lol wow made my day
Shout out bro'! Did OSUT at Gordon in '81. 36K. Returned in '86 for my K20 Affiliation. Spent 12 years in and had 3 MOS's. 36K, 13B & 00E (Recruiter). Got the 13B as secondary (SOJT).
I retired after 26 years of total service. I retired as an SFC and I was always asked to sing cadence. And yes I remember my DS from basic at Ft. Sill 1992. DS Nolte and DS Toney. Your an inspiration brother. I wish you well.
I will never forget my DS's. They changed my life, one drop of sweat at a time. They made me a beast and I thank God for them. "Let no soldiers ghost say they died because you failed to train them properly." -SFC Flowers.
Did BCT there in ‘79; in last of the quonset huts. Most beloved memories: cadence, esp at mark-time - like a soul jam! God Bless, brother. Enjoy ret life; I have since 31 Dec 00!
Great job sergeant. Thank you for your dedication and hard work. I'm 55 now and still love listening to cadence. I miss the Army and will always love it. I'd go back anytime.
This video you've shared has really helped with my empty nest syndrome ... my son just days ago left for basic training ... the recruits sounding off and your cadence just is so inspiring and has lifted a lot of anxiety ,, this is my go video and thank you for sharing
Senior Drill Sgt Coleman 🔥‼️ appreciate your words of encouragement and motivation . Well done DS ❤️❤️ the best company there was, BRAVO 35th yeayea ‼️
I have no doubt the impact you had on your soldiers led to great changes in soldiers lives along with your service to your country that I deeply appreciate as a Soldier & a drill Sergeant! Well done indeed, my hat off to you Sir!
God is above us. My late Dad went there to basic about 65 yrs ago. The American military man is brave and travels the globe when called. Thank you Drill Sargent the sun has set
@@arthurjc05 how do you guys prevent losing your voice? Last year and the year before that I was part of the Young Falcons Youth Development Programme at AFB Ysterplaat in South Africa, lead by the South African Air Force, and our DS could scream for a hour without losing his voice, I had MAD respect for my DS because I absolutely love discipline and punctuality. I always looked up to him and I've always wondered how do they keep screaming without hurting their voices
Coming from a marine I actually like the way the army calls cadence whenever they march, we only ever really did it whenever we were running which made you pretty breathless but it was always a lot of fun 😂
One of my favorite Drill Sergeant not only taught us be be the best soldier we could be , but also how life work and how handle situations when it get to tough .
I went through MP boot camp in 1980 and I STILL remember the name of my DSGT at 58. THAT is the impact that he had on my life! Here's to the NCO the backbone of the Army!!!
God Bless America with amazing , loyal , big hearts , hardbodys , leaders and brave men like you sir.. Appreciate your service and im thankful for you.. I hope you good and everythings going the way you need it to in ever aspect of life.
Hard to believe it's been 30 years since I went through boot camp . Ft Leonard Wood, Missouri... I still listen to and sing cadence and remember my drill instructors.. DS Howard, DS Munoz, and DS Ferrebee.... It started back in 1993 on the 21st of January.. we came to the army just to let you know that Charlie company is good to go... Courage and Fidelity Daniel Garcia Combat medics Shoot to kill
Drill SGT C was the absolute best, thank you for being inspiring to me. You’ve made an impact on my life and helped me realize “shit just happens, and when it does.. just fuckin deal with it” thanks again Drill SGT, best wishes From francoeur, 35 En BN.
I'm reading through all of these comments and can't help but stand in agreement. I'll soon be 57 and I'll never forget my Drill Sargeants at Fort Sill back in the 80s. To you and all Drill Sargeants present, future, and past, thank you for the extraordinary service you give, both to the army and to the country.
FT. Lost in the woods. Delta 35th product. Miss doing these cadences when becoming a young private. The DS were the best. DS. Alejandre, DS. Black, DS. Simpson, DS. Hubler, DS. Hernandez, and DS. Reed
I’m just a civilian but I want to say this song you all did was truly inspirational THANK YOU TO EACH AND EVERYONE ONE OF YOU WHO SERVE FOR KEEPING OUR COUNTRY FREE! God BLESS YOU ALL!!!
All the memories came to mind watching this video. Can’t forget that distinct feeling you have throughout your whole time being in Basic and AIT. Almost felt like I was there marching with them. ESSAYONS 12B all the way
Outstanding. It has been over 20 years since I was in OSUT at the School of Hard Knox and I still remember the training instilled in me by SSGs Quiones and Wynn. I never saw them again but I thank them just the same. Enjoy your time off the trail.
Senior drill sergeant i was also in that march i was from 3rd PLT. I know you never talked to me personally much but I can remember when you would take the whole company to the pt pit and had amazing talks with us about how to better our lives. My favorite one was about and app on your phone that helped save up money over time
Love this! I miss marching! My DS were instrumental in my career. My AIT DS and I still keep up with each other and my BCT Senior DS ended up being my 1SG years later. Definitely one of the best positions in the Army. Congrats on a job well done DS!
OUTSTANDING DRILL SERGEANT!!! I was a boy of 17 when I went to BCT at Ft. Gordon. Different time back then but I came out much older and wiser thanks to my DS's Russell, Brinsfield, Campos and Welch. I spent 12 years in. Wish I could find them to thank them. Best of luck to you. Carry on Drill Sargent! Sargent Hickey out...
This brought back goosebumps watching this, I remember you calling these cadences when you were at BCO, honestly still one of the scariest and hardcore NCOs I’ve meet!
Much respect DS! I can't even articulate how profound and positive an impact my Drill cadre had on me, surely I would not be the man I am otherwise. Army All The Way!
Senior drill sgt, was in the cycle right before this one. You definitely are one of the one who I remember the most. The way you sing those cadences legit used to give me chills. Never screamed louder in my life. Appreciate having been trained under you and the rest of the bravo beats DS. #sappersinthebreach
Wow. Sounds like times oof old... Gives me chills.....and hope. Good to see LEADERSHIP and motivation. He can always hold his head high. Thank you for your service. God bless always
I love this video (Cadence King) and motivation, I just graduated DS Academy two weeks ago and I used this cadence in week 7 from watching this video to march my platoon and now I’m about to PCS to go to the trail !
@@skylinegtr_1220 i remember seeing you fucks low crawl the night before we graduated. Had me cracking up. I think its the routine we miss, no fuckin responsibility at all
Dirll Sergeant, as a soldier, I want to thank you for your service. Without the men and women willing to receive the training and earn the right to wear cover of a Drill Sergeant, the might of the United States military could not be. It is because of people like you training us to be soldiers that keeps our great nation free. Good luck with all your future endeavors.
If I could offer you some advice Drill Sergeant, find another perpous for yourself. Don't stay idle for too long. Stay active and enjoy what life has to offer. Drill Sergeant, I don't know if you have a dog, but I got a German Shepherd Timber Wolf 2 and a half years ago and that dog has done great things for me and my ptsd. Again Drill Sergeant, thank you for your service.
I went thru at Ft Sill Bravo Battery 1/31 3rd Platoon Renegades 7/93-10/93 . I actually work with kin of my Senior Drill Sgt. at my current job. Senior Drill Sergeant Munn was someone to behold. He commanded respect as did Drill Sergeant Rayford who was my platoon sergeant! Good Times ! Hooah !
How've I've forgotten these marches. But watching this video, I remember Drill Sergeant Scott, Drill Sergeant Gill, Drill Sergeant Duenas, ... these men impacted me and i carry them to this day. And watching this drill sergeant, who I don't know, ... 22 years later watching this I'm so glad for my experiences, my Drill Sergeants... thank you.
