I'm 15 and in the Army ROTC program and I really want to join the Marines. What is Basic Training like?Would you recommend it for a young person today? What type of Marine slang words do you use when spoken to?What is the USMC like?How has it changed you?
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Damion
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Great video! Thanks for sharing it!
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cant tell you what Boot camp is like seeing as i go this coming month, but here is a link for some language http://www.usmchangout.com/usmc/facts/jarheadjargon.htm
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Thanks man!
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I served as a Force Recon Marine and was deployed to Vietnam. I completed 2 tours at MACV SOG CCN in Da Nang and deployed on my 3rd tour to MACT at Don Muang. I was injured 3 times in combat, the last time critically. When I got out of Bethesda, I was promoted to E-7 (Gunnery Sgt) and transferred to 3rd Force Recon as an Instructor. Now to answer your questions: What is basic training like? For me, like most guys it was hard. The most important thing to remember is: -thousands have gone through the process; so will you -the DI's need to rag on you; it's nothing personal -never give-up; don't worry, just keep trying until you're told to stop. Marine slang? Don't use anything, wait for instructions; you will be told the terminology LISTEN! What's the Marine's like? It's a brotherhood; it will teach you how to live your life; no shortcuts HONOR, COURAGE, COMMITMENT! How has it changed me? It has given me a larger perspective on what is important in life. Hope this helps. OORAH!
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