Military Glossary
A drill sergeant lets an Army National Guard recruit know exactly how he feels.
A drill sergeant lets an Army National Guard recruit know exactly how he feels. Drill sergeants aren’t there to break you; their job is to teach you the skills you need to become a Soldier. Drill sergeants want you to succeed, and about 90 percent of recruits will complete Basic Combat Training (BCT).
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Upon arrival, Marine recruits receive their first instruction from a drill instructor at Parris Island, S.C.
In a training exercise, Army Reserve firefighters tackle a fire in the desert.
Sabrena, a member of the Air National Guard, shares her experiences in Basic Military Training and technical training.
At McGuire Air Force Base, Air Force Reserve Capt. Dennis Castro and his unit prep an aircraft and simulate loading an injured passenger.
Recruits pick up their uniforms at Basic Training. They also receive Army Combat Uniforms (ACUs) and PT (Physical Training) uniforms.
Marine recruits in their 12th and final week of training reflect on their personal transformation and their future as Marines.
Officer candidates arrive at the Navy Officer Candidate School (OCS) at Naval Station Newport in Newport, R.I., to begin their training and education.
Air Force recruits learn self-aid and buddy care so that they can help themselves or their fellow Airmen if they are injured in the field.
Seaman Recruit Cliff Boon talks about passing his fitness test during the fourth week of Coast Guard Basic Training.
Members of the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) participate in an obstacle course.
A drill instructor stands in front of recruits, ready to give orders.
Army Reserve Soldiers participate in a daytime cargo drop exercise.
Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Brune explains the role of the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) as Tech. Sgt. Jason Roland calls in a simulated air strike.
An Air Force Reserve pararescueman must develop a special set of skills in order to assist those in need.
Upon arrival at Basic Training recruits get haircuts and physical training uniforms.
Marine instructors at Officer Candidates School describe the training that prepares candidates to lead by example.
On Wakeup Wednesday, officer candidates meet their class drill instructor, who will be their guide through the 12 weeks of training to become officers.
Air Force recruits tackle a challenging obstacle course during the fourth week of Basic Military Training.
Seaman Recruit Heather Bevel describes what the first week of Coast Guard Basic Training is like.
Army National Guard recruits showcase their physical strength as they complete a demanding obstacle course.
Drill instructors demand that recruits move quickly, be thorough and move as a unit.
Army Reserve Soldiers train to become MPs (Military Police). MPs help keep a military installation secure, protect travel routes and maintain law and order.
Members of the Air National Guard's Western Air Defense Sector (WADS) explain the purpose of WADS and describe the training for their jobs.
As part of its service obligation, the Air Force Reserve 610th Aerospace Medical Flight trained at a hospital in Belcourt, N.D.
Basic Training isn't just about building physical strength and endurance. Recruits must also spend time in the classroom.
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