I see a lot of people saying “I’m happy they’re not going to Afghanistan. I’m happy we’re not at war with anyone. Y’all Do know what the military forces (ESPECIALLY THE MARINE CORPS) is about don’t you? I’ll give you a hint. We’re about everything You’re glad isn’t happening.
Everyone outfitted in blues? Far from my day. We graduated in khakis with short sleeves. The only blues were on the honor men from each platoon. But, seeing this brings back memories from 53 years ago when I marched across the parade deck.
Graduated on this same parade deck in January 28th 2011. I thought this was the proudest moment of my life, BUT I tell you what, when I honorably received my DD-214 that was on another different level of high. I’m still chasing that high to this day.
I became a Marine in 1969. Since then it has been the biggest and most important accomplishment in my life. Since then I've accomplished a lot -- in school, business, law enforcement, family, etc., but earning the Title -- that's the greatest thing I've ever done. Except for those who were handed the Eagle. Globe and Anchor, no one could understand that. Semper Fi to all you Marines, past and present.
Unfortunately the arm action is not good due to individuals having different ideas of how much swing to apply. If you look at British forces marching everybody's arm moving forward comes up to the horizontal position and it looks much crisper. It makes the marching look far more formal rather than looking like a bit of an amble across the parade ground.
What's the point of graduating in Dress Blues? Most of them will never wear them again. I was in for 4 years and didn't wear Blues once. A waste of taxpayers money.
BE ADVISED! I'M STILL LEARNING HOW TO TYPE ON A STUPID ASS CELL PHONE! THIS DUMBASS PHONE HAS A VOCABULARY OF IT'S OWN. LOOKS LIKE I'M GOING TO HAVE TO TAKE CONTROL OF IT.🇺🇸
2063,1988 summer, it rained 3 times that summer and one of the days was graduation day.... so we endured an indoor ceremony, sadly I never got to march across the Parade Deck in my dress uniform😔Semper Fi
Let me tell ya, Bootcamp was a hell of a time. BUT i would ABSOLUTELY do it again. The good memories of the corps outweigh the bad any day. Happy birthday Marines. Semper FI !!
I am proud to say. I graduated from this same parade Deck back in 1983. 2nd Batt PLT 2052. One of the most important achievements I have ever done! I never will regret. Semper Fi Always faithful ! After my graduation, I got to watch my wife graduate from the Marine Corp also!
I see a lot of people saying “I’m happy they’re not going to Afghanistan. I’m happy we’re not at war with anyone. Y’all Do know what the military forces (ESPECIALLY THE MARINE CORPS) is about don’t you? I’ll give you a hint. We’re about everything You’re glad isn’t happening.
Cpl as di is amazing
Everyone outfitted in blues? Far from my day. We graduated in khakis with short sleeves. The only blues were on the honor men from each platoon. But, seeing this brings back memories from 53 years ago when I marched across the parade deck.
When did they start dressing ALL recruits in dress blues? I thought it was just the Honormen
Man. I regret not reenlisting. I miss this life. So many things the Marine Corps has to offers and i chose not to take advantage of them.
You can still enlist
Graduated on this same parade deck in January 28th 2011. I thought this was the proudest moment of my life, BUT I tell you what, when I honorably received my DD-214 that was on another different level of high. I’m still chasing that high to this day.
Well Done
I became a Marine in 1969. Since then it has been the biggest and most important accomplishment in my life. Since then I've accomplished a lot -- in school, business, law enforcement, family, etc., but earning the Title -- that's the greatest thing I've ever done. Except for those who were handed the Eagle. Globe and Anchor, no one could understand that. Semper Fi to all you Marines, past and present.
Inspiring!
The good thing is their not going to Afghanistan. I’m happy that the war is over and they don’t have to suffer.
There's always 1 fuckup
44:05 is that a corporal as a di?
Looking good 👍 👌 😎 😍 😀 😉 👍 👌 😎
Oh boy I wish I was born in USA. I would love to join the Corps ❤️ love from Argentina and hopefully someday I’ll be an US citizen to join it!
Unfortunately the arm action is not good due to individuals having different ideas of how much swing to apply. If you look at British forces marching everybody's arm moving forward comes up to the horizontal position and it looks much crisper. It makes the marching look far more formal rather than looking like a bit of an amble across the parade ground.
You want them to march like Nazis?
i just noticed that there is a corporal drill instructor. I thought you had to be a sergeant to attend Drill Instructor School.
What's the point of graduating in Dress Blues? Most of them will never wear them again. I was in for 4 years and didn't wear Blues once. A waste of taxpayers money.
You can wear your dress blues to special occasions when you leave the military.
It’s crazy, 1020 SDI was one of 2 institutions I had during my Crucible in Alpha Co. during the Jun-Sep 2023 cycle!!
Zaid😂
Beautiful ceremony. Does chaplain have the invocation script in his cover?
whats he doing right now ..?
BE ADVISED! I'M STILL LEARNING HOW TO TYPE ON A STUPID ASS CELL PHONE! THIS DUMBASS PHONE HAS A VOCABULARY OF IT'S OWN. LOOKS LIKE I'M GOING TO HAVE TO TAKE CONTROL OF IT.🇺🇸
No one branch is more supior over the other. I loved the SCOTT AND THE GREAT!🏴
No one branch is more supior over the other. I loved the SCOTT AND THE GREAT!🏴
No one branch is more supior over the other. I loved the SCOTT AND THE GREAT!🏴
No one branch is more supior over the other. I loved the SCOTT AND THE GREAT!🏴
No one branch is more supior over the other. I loved the SCOTT AND THE GREAT!🏴
No one branch is more supior over the other. I loved the SCOTT AND THE GREAT!🏴
No one branch is more supior over the other. I loved the SCOTT AND THE GREAT!🏴
You have no idea what it takes to become a Marine.
No one branch is more supior over the other. I loved the SCOTT AND THE GREAT!🏴
Gotta love those MARINES!🇺🇸🤙🦅🙏
Hmm, I wonder how many of them are already drunks, divorced from strippers or behind on payments for their 25% APR Challengers.
Was that DI at 2:32 a Corporal? I thought they did away with that.
I'm so proud my GRANDSON IS IN THIS GROUP I WISH ALL OF YOU GUYS THE VERY BEST FROM HERE AND THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH FOR YALS SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY
How does the naval officer at 2:51 have an army good conduct medal? Just curious
Prior service likely
My dentist had been in the Navy then went into the Army.
Do they always pray at the graduation ceremony?
46:43 What's the name of music being played
Seeing this tugs a few tears. I’ll always love the corps, it’s something i hold so close to my heart ❤️ Semper Fi brothers and sisters.
Hell No! Not in 2000 during my time. No way in hell.
Never gets old
My son was a graduate from Plattoon 1020 on this day. One of the proudest moments of my life.
2063,1988 summer, it rained 3 times that summer and one of the days was graduation day.... so we endured an indoor ceremony, sadly I never got to march across the Parade Deck in my dress uniform😔Semper Fi
Let me tell ya, Bootcamp was a hell of a time. BUT i would ABSOLUTELY do it again. The good memories of the corps outweigh the bad any day. Happy birthday Marines. Semper FI !!
My son is in 1080, Charlie Co right now. He graduates next week.
Platoon 3120 graduated Dec 20, 1991 it was 8 degrees that morning.
I am proud to say. I graduated from this same parade Deck back in 1983. 2nd Batt PLT 2052. One of the most important achievements I have ever done! I never will regret. Semper Fi Always faithful ! After my graduation, I got to watch my wife graduate from the Marine Corp also!
My son Dale will be graduating on Nov 21, 2023. Cant wait. Proud mom❤️
Still giving out the ketchup and mustard ribbon?
Got to witness this ceremony firsthand on a NJROTC field trip. Semper Fi!
several people were out of step
They need to work on their drill. SFMF