The Day You Leave For Basic Training | What Happens?

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  • In this video I just talk about the day you leave for Basic Training and what will happen at the airport and leading up to reception.
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  • @juanblancas5765
    @juanblancas5765 5 років тому +844

    You go to a nice hotel and get good food and say “this military life is great” 😂😂😂 totally happened to me

    • @100lilmichaeljordan
      @100lilmichaeljordan 5 років тому +35

      Juan Blancas not me we got cold hotdogs water and/or superrrrr sweet tea 😂

    • @UncleFLarry
      @UncleFLarry 5 років тому +34

      @@100lilmichaeljordan so stadium hotdogs and mcdonalds tea

    • @bigmike956
      @bigmike956 5 років тому +44

      They treated us to a 5 star hotel and gourmet dinner. It was awesome.

    • @100lilmichaeljordan
      @100lilmichaeljordan 5 років тому +3

      HA G0TT EEM ye more like McDonald’s sweet tea with another large cup of just sugar😂😂

    • @100lilmichaeljordan
      @100lilmichaeljordan 5 років тому +20

      Well fellas I got 2 weeks before I leave to go to parris island 🌴 see y’all on the flip side 🤙🏾

  • @cmacdhon
    @cmacdhon 6 років тому +452

    I can't even put into words how much respect and admoration I have for the men and women in the military, retired Vets, as well as for anyone who is waiting to ship out to basic training. I wish I had 1 tenth of the guts and strength of characater you all have.

    • @LoveThyNeighbor92622
      @LoveThyNeighbor92622 6 років тому +46

      cmacdhon thank you :) it's not that bad. you just can't do what you want to do while you're in there. "There's no I in a team" and "Hurry up and wait" are 2 main mottos in the military. But never refuse a command given by your superior, always address by rank aka Drill Sergeant/ Sergeant for non-commission officers and/or Sir or Mam for officers. Never address by first name and execute to task or command given. Other than that life in the military can be fun. I miss the life. The Army was and will always be my family. 😰
      ArmyStrong
      Soldier4Life

    • @bigmike956
      @bigmike956 5 років тому +6

      It just is what it is man.

    • @TetraSamurai
      @TetraSamurai 3 роки тому +12

      It’s not that bad man, just do what you’re told. Yes it sucks not doing everything you want to do while in the military, can’t visit home when you want, can’t go on vacation when you want, can’t leave when you want, but it’s only for a few years.

    • @RedOgreGameing
      @RedOgreGameing День тому

      Thats really good to hear and hinestly solid advice for new recruits​@LoveThyNeighbor92622

  • @gzus07
    @gzus07 5 років тому +696

    I’m leaving Monday!! I’m so nervous. I’m the 1st in my Mexican family to ever be apart of the military
    I made it I’m a soldier don’t give up & you too will be one. I’m currently at NTC In California Fort Irwin to be exact. Been in 3 years. Good luck to every one. 04/05/2022

    • @ktg5713
      @ktg5713 5 років тому +34

      Congrats my friend your a solder

    • @benjamingarcia2282
      @benjamingarcia2282 5 років тому +5

      Baby J congrats bro what’s your mos?

    • @princeenki7949
      @princeenki7949 5 років тому +14

      Hey bro your going to do great man! Im also shipping out on the 12th next month..11BANG BANG!!

    • @domaniclouie2387
      @domaniclouie2387 5 років тому +4

      How was it bro ?

    • @mikepeso8401
      @mikepeso8401 5 років тому +15

      MOZZY Louie these people never respond back, however I’m actually leaving in 2 days

  • @jslack8973
    @jslack8973 3 роки тому +95

    I know one thing. Joining the military was the best decision I ever made. I didn’t even think about it. I just called a recruiter, took the test, got sworn in and left. It was hell it was crazy but I did it. I made it. It changed me for the better and also gave me a couple of issues. I would do it all over again without hesitation though...

    • @LyransDenofLight
      @LyransDenofLight Рік тому +5

      What were the issues please see this comment Goddess

    • @ashcash.
      @ashcash. Рік тому

      @@LyransDenofLight ^

    • @EliuSosa22-
      @EliuSosa22- 5 місяців тому

      Stress ​@@LyransDenofLight

  • @mexicanjumpingbear
    @mexicanjumpingbear 4 місяці тому +6

    It’s crazy to read comments from 5 years ago of people saying they’re leaving tomorrow and realizing that they’re probably finishing or recently finished their service just as I’m about to begin mine in 3 days.

  • @in_theMoment
    @in_theMoment 6 років тому +280

    Thank you for serving! 🇺🇸

  • @woodsnikiya
    @woodsnikiya 6 років тому +263

    When he said I’ve never spoken to the guy again I laughed way to hard it let’s you know how “much” your recruiter cares about you

    • @LoveThyNeighbor92622
      @LoveThyNeighbor92622 6 років тому +16

      Nikiya Woods yup you're sooo right about that lol I never seen or heard mine again. he was a ghost. hahaha

    • @jackgrimaldi8685
      @jackgrimaldi8685 6 років тому +3

      See you later man

    • @LoveThyNeighbor92622
      @LoveThyNeighbor92622 6 років тому +11

      LJG nope lol it's no mall trip 😂😂😂😬 I never seen mine again neither. I'd like to thank mine if I do.

    • @ibrahimsyed5011
      @ibrahimsyed5011 5 років тому +11

      I guess I'm lucky cuz my recruiter is also my instructor for the national guard so we always talk

    • @TitusTheTiny
      @TitusTheTiny 5 років тому +4

      I mean do you give a damn about them?

  • @salvadoralvarez9299
    @salvadoralvarez9299 6 років тому +316

    You have some of the best and most informative videos about enlisting and what to expect, thank you.

  • @BestMusicHits
    @BestMusicHits 6 років тому +57

    Hearing all this makes me both nervous yet Excited all at once

  • @brodiebh
    @brodiebh 5 років тому +22

    I arrived at Fort Leonardwood for MOS school not that long ago and I gotta say watching the trainees lined up in front of a drill sergeant at the airport, standing at parade rest, with their cellphones in their pockets, I gotta say as a marine, looking back on my bootcamp experience, that was absolutely adorable.

  • @jennifiercools9866
    @jennifiercools9866 6 років тому +87

    I joined the army in 2002 (Active/Fort Leonardwood) and I have never been able to recall the details (other than lots of immunizations at reception) this helped to recall a few memories. Thanks!

  • @PENS68
    @PENS68 4 місяці тому +2

    Man I remember it just like it was yesterday. February 12th, 2018 I left for then Fort Benning Georgia. Here I am over 6 years later, 7 months away from ETSing. Honestly, it's a mix of emotions the day you leave for basic, but after you get by reception, it goes by fast.

  • @redus3288
    @redus3288 6 років тому +311

    I leave tomorrow!!!!!!!!!

  • @jackhaluzak6391
    @jackhaluzak6391 5 років тому +26

    I was so nervous for basic training and the Army in general but after watching a couple of these videos I feel so much better. Thank you. I’m going to watch every video.

  • @83mikl1
    @83mikl1 3 роки тому +45

    I'm on leave from basic rn let me tell yall that are nervous, it ain't that bad, the first couple of weeks suck cause you miss home and you want to be with mom and dad and all that but that feeling goes away plus you get phone calls on Sundays for 30 minutes and if you go during the holiday season you get to come home for 20 days, trust me, yall will be OK. I'm making this comment cause its the comment I was looking for before shipping out!

    • @lawrenceruffins666
      @lawrenceruffins666 3 роки тому

      Do u drug test again before u ship

    • @jaquaveonandress649
      @jaquaveonandress649 3 роки тому +1

      Thx man! Ship tomorrow

    • @moderncrusader9904
      @moderncrusader9904 3 роки тому

      I'm just curious as a civilian who will be joining the army next year after basic training do you get a leave before being deployed?

    • @GjojoWAWL
      @GjojoWAWL 3 роки тому

      @@moderncrusader9904 usually you go to AIT after basic, i dont know if u go home before going to AIT or not tho

    • @moderncrusader9904
      @moderncrusader9904 3 роки тому

      jojo torres what does AIT mean?

  • @katelynjeanne1
    @katelynjeanne1 6 років тому +19

    I'm leaving for basic training in less then a month and your videos have helped me so much through this process! From studying for the ASVAP (PICAT) to going to MEPS to preparing to leave for basic.. I have relied on your videos the whole time.
    Thank you so much for making these videos!!!!!

  • @AviBabie84
    @AviBabie84 6 років тому +25

    These videos help me a lot...to understand what my husband is going through at this time my husband left a week and a day ago..I miss him but understand the process has helped so much...thanks Matt ...my husband watched all your videos before he left and now iv started watching them

    • @Edward.Rippett.
      @Edward.Rippett. 2 роки тому

      How old is your husband when he joined? I'm 27 but I'm still gonna enlist

  • @roberttaylor4213
    @roberttaylor4213 5 років тому +209

    The day you shipped off your civilian life as you know it is over

  • @JoshVanTubergen
    @JoshVanTubergen 6 років тому +43

    Thanks for all these "little details" videos, they're extremely helpful for someone who likes to be well informed before the ship date!

  • @IMRadishMan
    @IMRadishMan 3 роки тому +15

    "Likelihood is very low but there is a possibility". I am laughing at this because, the guy who I met at the hotel on the day before I shipped out became my hotel roommate, we were shipped to the same bootcamp, on the same planes, we were in the same reception platoon, then we were sent to the same training battalion, same training company, same training platoon ... ended up being the guy who used the locker next to me. After graduation, we were shipped to the same AIT, same reception at AIT, found out that we had the same MOS, and then got into the same battalion. But that is where the similarities ended.

  • @High5748
    @High5748 4 роки тому +126

    Recruit: This is so awesome, I got to swear an oath and it was a really cool experience
    Recruiter: That's really cool buddy, hey let's go on a trip to celebrate all you need is your paperwork

    • @richardlord3068
      @richardlord3068 4 роки тому +22

      High5 Recruiter: you’ll never see me sgain

  • @travisusmctf
    @travisusmctf 6 років тому +62

    If you’re going to benning, the good ol’ clock tower. Have fun waiting for an extra 3 hrs for the drills to get there. And then of course have fun at the lovely 30th AG resorts 😉

    • @byahayb
      @byahayb 6 років тому +1

      Hit the tower

    • @xApollox
      @xApollox 5 років тому +10

      Good old amazing 30th AG where men contemplate killing themselves for the first time

    • @utopiaOKC
      @utopiaOKC 4 роки тому +1

      Resort? Sounds awesome😂

    • @hernanandrade1560
      @hernanandrade1560 4 роки тому

      Travi Tv could you elaborate a bit more😮😮

  • @jtmnavy
    @jtmnavy 6 років тому +360

    Damn and I thought I made a lot of vids about Bootcamp lol 😬😂

    • @dharden4246
      @dharden4246 6 років тому +4

      What up fam

    • @jaycharles9144
      @jaycharles9144 6 років тому +1

      JTsuits which week is the obstacle rappel course

    • @kayleagonzalez9482
      @kayleagonzalez9482 6 років тому +18

      JTsuits damn bro you really got something to say about everybody who makes videos dammit sone I thought y’all navy guys give each other enough attention 🌈

    • @oliverw2507
      @oliverw2507 5 років тому +5

      JTsuits your gay

    • @mjisurdad
      @mjisurdad 5 років тому +1

      🖕🏻

  • @masahirosakurai8227
    @masahirosakurai8227 5 років тому +46

    Planning on enlisting in 2021 when I finish school. I'm a US citizen, but I live in England, so that'll be fun lol

    • @Wabbaaajack
      @Wabbaaajack 5 років тому

      which branch?

    • @bigmike956
      @bigmike956 5 років тому +8

      Resonant Reads space force

    • @rubend.fernandez6763
      @rubend.fernandez6763 4 роки тому

      @@bigmike956 hahahaha !!!

    • @johnkittz
      @johnkittz 4 роки тому +3

      I'm giving myself till 2021 to get into decent shape then joining right after I can finally get my GED due to the virus GED testing is a no go. 11b is what I want. Infantry baby!

    • @jaquaveonandress649
      @jaquaveonandress649 3 роки тому

      How’s it going bro

  • @akaTylerFx
    @akaTylerFx 6 років тому +23

    About to take the flight to Atlanta, then reception and boot. Thanks for all the info you've provided for me

  • @jareckwhite5471
    @jareckwhite5471 6 років тому +43

    I lived 2.5 hours away from my basic training site. The morning of I had to report to MEPS. They had myself and three others on a charter bus. Drove down to Fort Sill. After that we waited for 10 hours waiting for the rest of the guys coming into reception....great times 😂😂

    • @holidaybread8321
      @holidaybread8321 5 років тому +1

      God dammit thats what is gonna happen to me too i bet, I ship to Fort Sill june 10th 2019 and I live 2 hours away

    • @SpongeBood
      @SpongeBood 5 років тому

      Holiday Bread oh snap I leave June 17th to fort sill also

    • @jihoonpark2758
      @jihoonpark2758 5 років тому

      Leaving tomorrow to ft sill haha

    • @zurjjsurge9500
      @zurjjsurge9500 5 років тому +1

      Jareck White one of the jobs I picked had 33 weeks of AIT and BCT at fort sill, and I live in Oklahoma, told them I wanted the job FURTHEST away BCT lmao.

    • @utopiaOKC
      @utopiaOKC 4 роки тому

      I hope i dont get sill now cuz i live a few hours away😂

  • @ybbrandi5183
    @ybbrandi5183 6 років тому +48

    I Love Seeing SOOOOO many people are joining ! You guys enjoy and take pride in the military life!

  • @ap-op1wy
    @ap-op1wy 5 років тому +6

    I went thru fort benning back in 2004. I totally forgot about these memories. You helped me recall my memories from my experience.

  • @VALDiesel01
    @VALDiesel01 5 років тому +13

    Man, it feels like just yesterday, I've been watching all your videos before shipping out to the reception battalion. Now, I'm a week away from graduating from AIT and I'm heading to Ft. Riley for my 1st duty station. It's been a crazy ride but I had a ton of fun.

  • @TjCortes
    @TjCortes 6 років тому +76

    I’m actually meeting with my recruiter tomorrow cannot wait to go!

  • @chriskim3563
    @chriskim3563 5 років тому +9

    Leaving soon thank you for the little tip for that. It was amazing that u made this kind of video that just help people like me know more about the military. Appreciated it

    • @TEAMSWARTZ
      @TEAMSWARTZ 5 років тому

      chris kim Best wishes and give your best!

  • @connormurphy1964
    @connormurphy1964 6 років тому +71

    These recents videos have been soo good. I have two weeks until i leave.

  • @iruinjupiter835
    @iruinjupiter835 5 років тому +13

    U actually have answered most of my questions. Thank you

  • @easucks1776
    @easucks1776 6 років тому +6

    Leaving in 2 weeks. Gotta say your videos have been very helpful thank you

  • @charlesanthony4693
    @charlesanthony4693 6 років тому +73

    The day I went to BCT, I was taken at 04:30 hrs. by my Recruiter to the AAFES Station which is now MEPS. I took another physical exam, had breakfast, swore in again. I waited around and received a very big manila envelope with my files inside. The envelope was sealed and I was told do not open it.
    I received my plane tickets on TWA Airlines which no longer exist. I was told about the UCMJ and AWOL. I was taken by bus along with many others (Women and Men) to the Airport.
    I flew to Louisville, KY. I took a bus to Ft. Knox, KY. The bus took us to the Reception Area and like the Movies there were Sergeants there yelling and screaming at us to get off the damn bus and to line up. We walked in line with our bags inside the Reception Station. It was Midnight.
    Inside we had to empty our bags and pockets and were told this was the only time to get rid of CONTRABAND. There were signs starting what contraband was. We got rid of aspirin, nail clippers, porn magazines, and things like that. The Sergeants shook us down looking for Contraband.
    I was assigned a SERIES LINE NUMBER 30/30 and told to remember it. We were taken to a barracks and told to take a open bunk and got to sleep. At 4:30 the lights came on and it was day 1 at the Reception Station. It was a Saturday so nothing happened. We showered, shaved, cleaner the barracks. We were marched to breakfast, After breakfast we marched back to the barracks, we sat around. We were now allowed to sit or lie on our bunks. We sat on the floor or on top of wooden footlockers.
    We were given a list of things needed, boot polish, white towels, white face towel, dauber, razors, shave cream, soap, soap dish, and other items. We were taken to the pay area and given $50 to buy the things on the list. The $50 was deducted from the first pay of $375 per month. Even if you had money and did not need the $50, you were forced to take it. We were later forced to buy Money Orders because we were not allowed to have more than $50 cash in our possession. Anything over $50 had to be in a Money order.
    This was the Old Army when the DI's got very physical with Recruits who were f-ups. The DI's yelled and cursed at us all the time and the f-ups got the sh*t beat out of them. It was tough back then. Yes the cursed back then and took the f-ups outside away from us so we did not see the beating.
    Screw ups got recycled to another Company and Platoon which was behind us in Training. If you washed out of Training, you received a General Discharge or an UD Undesirable Discharge.

    • @КороткоипоДелу-э1б
      @КороткоипоДелу-э1б 5 років тому +8

      wow man, you're really good narrator! I read it in one breath.

    • @jasonhatez3287
      @jasonhatez3287 5 років тому

      Charles Anthony sounds like my story. To the tee. I left Newark airport at 330. Flew to Pittsburgh had a 3 hour layover. Got to Louisville at 11pm. Went to the army depot in in airport. Then they put me on a bus to ft. Knox. As soon as I got there. Sat in same room as stripes. Stayed in same barracks. 3 days later they came to get us. A1/81

    • @dis3927
      @dis3927 4 роки тому

      Do you know for the recruitment test do you have to work out the maths in your head or can you Wright it down?

  • @JamesBrodski
    @JamesBrodski 4 роки тому +5

    Wow, you painted the picture very well, Matt! I could really feel like I'm actually there right now. Great job on the video as always.

  • @hopestadel1856
    @hopestadel1856 6 років тому +28

    I'm very seriously considering enlisting and watching your videos is so so helpful! I aspire to be like you when/if I'm a soldier. Could you make a video about the fitness aspect of the military and if a couch potato type person could survive basic?

    • @scarzandy436
      @scarzandy436 3 роки тому +1

      It’s possible but the experience will be much tougher

  • @imexpos1992
    @imexpos1992 6 років тому +87

    Fort Leonard Wood tomorrow.

  • @jacksondeseree
    @jacksondeseree 5 років тому +5

    I would just like to say thank you for all the videos. You have really gave m a clear state of mind for leaving for bct. I am leaving in two weeks for the national guard army reserves . I really appreciate all of these video .

  • @famousramus2288
    @famousramus2288 6 років тому +96

    I'm 17 and I want to enlist after I graduate but this all sounds terrifying to me...

    • @famousramus2288
      @famousramus2288 6 років тому +10

      everybodygetsone yesone Well it's a huge process and I have never done anything like this before.

    • @Sanjiroshane
      @Sanjiroshane 6 років тому +25

      Famous Ramus22 you got this man!! Never give up

    • @moose2443
      @moose2443 6 років тому +27

      I know this is late but it's scary for everybody man. If you want it you just have to take the leap. hope to see you out there someday

    • @AlyssaSoftPaw
      @AlyssaSoftPaw 6 років тому +9

      Im a senior and ill be siging over next week, why are you waiting to graduate?

    • @bomethia7412
      @bomethia7412 6 років тому +8

      Famous Ramus22 I’m sixteen, I join in a year and half and I’m starting to train right now (as of last Thursday I’m working out everyday, and I get a personal trainer in four months for extra help) it is a little daunting, but I feel like it’ll be really rewarding. Good luck!

  • @hahayea2584
    @hahayea2584 5 років тому +5

    my plane leaves in an hour!!! off to fort jackson 👋🏼👋🏼 thanks dude for all the videos you put out, they really helped me out!!

  • @tylertruelove2697
    @tylertruelove2697 4 роки тому +7

    Damn man thanks for the info! I leave for Benning on January 6th for 11B. Super nervous but excited at the same time cause I’m ready to get the hell out of my area 😂

    • @Haynes30
      @Haynes30 4 роки тому

      Good luck! Never give up and kick it in the a**!

  • @UNKNOWN-le2tu
    @UNKNOWN-le2tu 6 років тому +7

    in the Marine Corps at bootcamp San Diego we get off the plane and meet up at the USO in the San Diego airport.

  • @cloudraider_vox711
    @cloudraider_vox711 5 років тому +1

    Swore into the Marines yesterday. Ship date is April 15. These videos still helps what to expect.

    • @TEAMSWARTZ
      @TEAMSWARTZ 5 років тому

      CloudRaider_Vox Matt’s very good at BCT Tips!

    • @5252abel
      @5252abel 5 років тому

      CloudRaider_Vox good luck! 3 more days to go!

  • @bobbyhinner3225
    @bobbyhinner3225 5 років тому +3

    Hey thank you for your service. As a civilian, your videos answer a lot of questions I have and are very informative. God bless and happy 4th!

  • @geminize1
    @geminize1 4 роки тому +13

    I met a dude in line to get on my flight from tampa and we ended up being in the same platoon at fort sill

  • @atomicarcade8696
    @atomicarcade8696 6 років тому +32

    Going to benning in a few months as 11X!!

    • @atomicarcade8696
      @atomicarcade8696 6 років тому

      Yea? Lol whats up?

    • @ThatReconDad
      @ThatReconDad 6 років тому

      patrick patterson 😂😂

    • @gacha_rainbow9343
      @gacha_rainbow9343 5 років тому

      I leave next month 11x.

    • @scarzandy436
      @scarzandy436 3 роки тому

      What’s the chance of getting 11b?

    • @benjohnsonftg5164
      @benjohnsonftg5164 3 роки тому

      @@scarzandy436 11x if you finish top 10 to 15% of your math test there you’ll have the option to do 11c but if your not in that top% then you’ll be put in 11b

  • @brandonbeckham8130
    @brandonbeckham8130 6 років тому +59

    Fort Benning June 12th!! ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!!

  • @JenniferMoly
    @JenniferMoly 6 років тому +6

    Damm that’s so cool I should go see my recruiter tomorrow

  • @Mariescott3380
    @Mariescott3380 5 років тому

    I ship out to Fort Leonard Wood November 13 on a Wednesday morning, Army National Guard. I am excited, yet nervous at the same time. I keep hearing reception horror stories. This video helps calm the nerves of those leaving soon and anticipating basic training and reception.

  • @yeoyeo9788
    @yeoyeo9788 6 років тому +77

    Ft. Benning sucked, have fun tho!

    • @WallabytheThumper
      @WallabytheThumper 6 років тому +1

      Angelo B I'm heading there soon man haha

    • @xenshe4448
      @xenshe4448 6 років тому +1

      Sand Hill sucks ass I hated when we were done doing morning PT and it was all over my ass. Lol

  • @kolbyblanco7833
    @kolbyblanco7833 4 роки тому +1

    Every time I watch this I get so overwhelmed I’m ready to ship out already !!

  • @Jesus-gx4xd
    @Jesus-gx4xd 4 роки тому +14

    “Hooray for them or whatever” 😂

  • @deadspazz
    @deadspazz 6 років тому +2

    We flew into Atlanta, had a 2 hr layover, then caught a second flight into Columbus GA where the vans were waiting to pick us up. We arrived at the 30th AG that night and were taken to the chow hall for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches before doing anything. Back in 93. I guess times have changed.

  • @roberrallenfran
    @roberrallenfran 6 років тому +3

    Your story reminds me of my begin of reception. I came to it under the cloak of Darkness at lovely fort knox Kentucky in 2005.

  • @jayaustin9682
    @jayaustin9682 6 років тому +1

    I ship out to Fort Benning in 8 days and I can’t tell you how many of your videos i’ve watched with anticipation! 😁

  • @leonardopena1838
    @leonardopena1838 5 років тому +3

    Im shipping out tuesday your videos have been inspiring and very helpful cant wait to get to fort benning im excited yet nervous thank you for everything.

  • @magicfan4ever888
    @magicfan4ever888 5 років тому +1

    Back in August 1978 the recruiter picked me up at my house on a Monday at 430am, took me to Fort Buchanan in San Juan, PR to do all the paper the work, army physical and stuff, then they took us to a "shity" hotel in San Juan right across 2 strip clubs, then we flew early Tuesday morning to Fort Jackson S.C. for Reception and 4 weeks of BASIC TRAINING. Then they took us in a bus to Fort Benning GA(long ass drive) for 8 weeks of Infantry 11B AIT... then another 3 weeks of Jump School(Airborne) right after finishing AIT. It truly was the best experience of my young life, since I was only 17 yrs old at Basic Training, then turned 18 when I was finishing AIT. THE BEST TIMES OF MY LIFE WHERE IN THE ARMY, Especially when I was stationed in Neu Ulm, Germany for 18 months! Until this day, I can honestly say that I regretted leaving the ARMY after only 4 years of active duty.... The Biggest mistake of my life! I TRULY LOVED THE MILITARY LIFE.... AND YES, I WAS PART OF THE FAMOUS SPECIALIST 4/E4 MAFIA FOR 2 OF MY 4 YEARS IN THE ARMY.

  • @danielsoto1851
    @danielsoto1851 5 років тому +3

    Thank you for your videos. Very informative.

    • @TEAMSWARTZ
      @TEAMSWARTZ 5 років тому

      Daniel Soto He’s very good with providing accurate tips and insights

  • @Jacob-gi6ig
    @Jacob-gi6ig 4 роки тому +3

    I leave 2020/03/30 I'm so excited yet nervous 😂 never rode on a plane before, this video helped allot.

  • @hippyjoe
    @hippyjoe 6 років тому +194

    With the 20$ meal voucher I will purchase 4 Taco Bell Meal Boxes. And the drinks. God help them if they so much as dare not to give me four seperate cups of drink.
    God help them

  • @siremcpherson8231
    @siremcpherson8231 3 роки тому +1

    I ship out to bct on Monday and I'm stoked for my new mil life to begin. Wish me luck boys! 🇱🇷

  • @BonBonHassan
    @BonBonHassan 6 років тому +15

    I leave 19th ahh I'm so excited and nervous

  • @EWE4YAH
    @EWE4YAH 5 років тому +1

    Great video. But, I love the wings coming out of your head, dude. LOL!

  • @Awzn123
    @Awzn123 5 років тому +4

    Fort Jackson in 6 week! I’m so excited.

    • @Yes-tk6vc
      @Yes-tk6vc 3 роки тому

      Ahh how was it? I also just reached the 6 week mark until I go to fort Jackson haha I’m so nervous but like what was the hardest part?

    • @Awzn123
      @Awzn123 3 роки тому

      @@Yes-tk6vc looking back close to my 2 year mark active duty it wasn’t that bad it was a fun and good experience

    • @Yes-tk6vc
      @Yes-tk6vc 3 роки тому

      @@Awzn123 that’s really good to hear! I hope I have the same experience haha

  • @VDash-Slesinski
    @VDash-Slesinski 3 роки тому +2

    I was Regular Army. I was living with my parents. My recruiter picked me up and took me to downtown Pittsburgh with my parents following where they witnessed me taking my oath. We were all walking out the door to the airport and I was called back. In classic Army fashion they decided to change my orders and send me to Fort McClellan instead of Fort Jackson. So they cut new orders and processed a new airline ticket.

  • @melbroughton1666
    @melbroughton1666 6 років тому +8

    Could you do a video on officer candidate school? I’m gonna be graduating college soon and would like to know more about it. Thanks dude 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @zacharylong2295
    @zacharylong2295 4 роки тому

    I never comment. I never follow. I've liked very few posts; usually to bookmark them for later. You are likely the most informational and easy to watch UA-camr for these topics.
    Thank you kindly, and well done.

  • @krisco7123
    @krisco7123 6 років тому +35

    June 11th, Fort Jackson

    • @Cjandro
      @Cjandro 6 років тому +2

      Krisco June 12 fort sill goodluck

    • @thegreat2477
      @thegreat2477 6 років тому

      Same here!

    • @krisco7123
      @krisco7123 6 років тому

      Cristian Pinto Thanks goodluck to you too

    • @krisco7123
      @krisco7123 6 років тому +1

      TheGreat24 I'll see you there!

    • @yoshihyabusa7108
      @yoshihyabusa7108 6 років тому +1

      Same!

  • @jesse111487
    @jesse111487 3 роки тому

    I'm reenlisting and to be honest, I'm excited to see how much basic has changed since 2007, and as you know I have to go through basic again being that things has changed

  • @NPC-fn5cd
    @NPC-fn5cd 6 років тому +4

    Got a 64 on the ASVAB...COUNTER INTELLIGENCE HERE I COME 😃😃😃

    • @Whitbrow
      @Whitbrow 5 років тому

      NPC#2926 00 how long till you leave off after taking the test

    • @NPC-fn5cd
      @NPC-fn5cd 5 років тому

      @@Whitbrow I leave. For fort jackson on November 31

    • @thatcherdoingcoolstuff2657
      @thatcherdoingcoolstuff2657 5 років тому

      NPC#2926 00 hope BCT was fun lol

  • @shurlokejones9471
    @shurlokejones9471 5 років тому

    your videos are timeless matt

  • @amoz6129
    @amoz6129 6 років тому +21

    31B Fort Leonard Wood June 11th- Where y’all at?

  • @triiplesixx
    @triiplesixx 5 років тому +2

    I remember that clock tower in Georgia! Sand Hill memories!!

  • @travisvlogs6072
    @travisvlogs6072 6 років тому +3

    Thank you for making these videos, going to Fort Leonard Wood in 5 days.

    • @Anthony-challenger
      @Anthony-challenger 6 років тому

      i go there in 10 days good luck

    • @travisvlogs6072
      @travisvlogs6072 6 років тому +1

      Immortal Spartan HOOAH

    • @makemoola5145
      @makemoola5145 6 років тому +1

      Oo i feel bad for you fort Leonard wood fucking sucks and the weather is Bi-polar AF luckily your not going in during winter ❄️ season haha

    • @makemoola5145
      @makemoola5145 6 років тому

      @travis 12B ?

    • @Anthony-challenger
      @Anthony-challenger 6 років тому

      +Smoking Millz yep 12b

  • @voleNTV
    @voleNTV 4 роки тому +1

    Actually ended up in a Platoon with 3 people who had shipped out with me. I lived in VA and shipped to Jackson, so it was a bus ride. But those three had actually shipped all the way from MEPS with me. Was crazy to see them in my Platoon.
    We also got dropped outside the Reception Battalion lol. Before we ever even entered the doors we were in the Front Leaning Rest. Good times.

  • @mikeymorrison272
    @mikeymorrison272 6 років тому +5

    I wish it was already here

  • @bobbybeausoleigh7778
    @bobbybeausoleigh7778 5 років тому

    Best channel on UA-cam thank you for your service.

  • @alexanderlittle6847
    @alexanderlittle6847 5 років тому +13

    Leonard wood Jan 22nd 💪🏾🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @jodystrickland9150
    @jodystrickland9150 4 роки тому

    We took a long bus ride from meps in Charlotte to Ft. Jackson. The moment you get on that bus and watch your family leave is the worst. I remember praying and being emotional the whole ride

    • @natedog4783
      @natedog4783 Рік тому

      How well did you handle it and what helped you get over the home sickness and not being around your family? Because ultimately that’s the main reason I haven’t committed to doing it and can’t seem to make the leap of courage

  • @williamf.buckleyjr3227
    @williamf.buckleyjr3227 6 років тому +7

    The very first Drill Sergeants you see will invariably be the most mellow, easy-going guys - comparable to your stricter type gym teachers or football coaches.
    DON'T BE FOOLED - LoL

  • @communist1831
    @communist1831 6 років тому +2

    I remember when I was like 4 years old the clock tower at the airport wasn’t there but I remember seeing like a formation of soldiers (or recruits I don’t know) and that got me interested in the army

  • @iansmith9616
    @iansmith9616 6 років тому +33

    Benning July 2nd

  • @truanarchy6315
    @truanarchy6315 6 років тому +1

    Thanks matt this is extremely helpful. I’ve been really anxious since my ship date is within the next 7 days.

  • @grincxii7734
    @grincxii7734 3 роки тому +3

    Shipping out in June , starting to see where I fucked up 🤣

  • @racheldumas1459
    @racheldumas1459 6 років тому +1

    Yo! This is great! I leave on Monday, your video was very helpful (and reassuring)

  • @nikolashufen7347
    @nikolashufen7347 6 років тому +3

    Could you bring someone on with you who could explain the basic training for OSUT? I am going Infantry and would like to know some of the differences. So maybe do a side by side comparison?

  • @damiencochran.3539
    @damiencochran.3539 6 років тому +1

    As always awesome videos!! Keep it up Matt!!!

  • @christiank7837
    @christiank7837 6 років тому +6

    13 days left! Ft. Jackson June 18th 😅

    • @ismaelcontreras1989
      @ismaelcontreras1989 6 років тому

      Christian Kinzel same here

    • @bruh1077
      @bruh1077 6 років тому

      Hope y’all having fun lol

    • @bruh1077
      @bruh1077 6 років тому +1

      Christian Kinzel Damn bruh, I’ll be there July 2nd. Hope you didn’t make the mistake of signing for reserves like I did. Going active asap.

    • @christiank7837
      @christiank7837 6 років тому

      Retarded June Bug That Flies Into Everything Nah, I’m National Guard.

  • @tylerstewart5860
    @tylerstewart5860 6 років тому

    I just came out of fort benning and all that good stuff let me give you a short brief. Reception sucks don’t let it break you mentally. I spent 2 weeks in it you’ll live. If you are on sand hill and up the hill have fun any where else it’s not that bad.

  • @ettelevision5433
    @ettelevision5433 6 років тому +5

    Fort Jackson (BCT), August 20th

    • @nickbraido3960
      @nickbraido3960 5 років тому

      I leave for BCT tomorrow Fort Jackson (August 5th). Maybe I'll see you there man. best of luck

  • @tristar_arifish4765
    @tristar_arifish4765 3 роки тому

    I leave tomorrow morning, thanks for all the info old and new!!

  • @michaelhunter4689
    @michaelhunter4689 5 років тому +5

    I ship to Benning in 3 days,thanks for the video! What's up with the trident?

  • @ironrangerw6r1
    @ironrangerw6r1 4 роки тому

    Two guys I met at MEPS not only were in my training company on 2/58 House of Pain Sand Hill but went to my same platoon when we got to our unit.

  • @kickstart484
    @kickstart484 5 років тому +3

    I shipped out from my RSP with a guy and we flew to Georgia together and ended up in the same platoon

  • @raymondking214
    @raymondking214 6 років тому +4

    This is how long ago I was in: I did OSUT as a 54B...At Ft. Maclellan , Al

  • @michaelarcaro8815
    @michaelarcaro8815 6 років тому +3

    Awesome video and thanks for sharing your insights into what life is like in the army! One question though, now that you've commissioned, how come you have the NCO sword on you wall? Was it a gift from a subscriber or your personal one from your days as an enlisted soldier? Also, do you know why the culture around wearing sabers/swords has diminished in popularity in recent years to the point that only the armor brach currently does it while other services use them much more frequently? Thanks again!

  • @vintag3326
    @vintag3326 5 років тому

    Leaving today! Thanks for all the videos. They were a great help!

  • @inkdoo
    @inkdoo 6 років тому +36

    There was no WiFi at the hotel.

  • @FreddyMartinez-vt4fz
    @FreddyMartinez-vt4fz 4 роки тому +1

    When I shipped to Basic I ended up meeting a guy that was shipping to basic training as well. And we ended up in the Same reception, and same company and platoon when we finished reception.