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1.5M views · 64K reactions | Trainees going through Basic Combat Training #BCT or One Station Unit Training #OSUT build confidence in themselves and their equipment throughout their transition from civilian into U.S. Army Soldier. Throughout their transition, they will build esprit de corps and cohesive teams when they work together to tackle confidence and obstacle courses. | U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training | Facebook

Before they train Army recruits at basic training, drill sergeants must graduate from the nine-week United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy. Insider spent a week at Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina, to see what it takes to become a drill sergeant. The Drill Sergeant Academy has adopted a new strategy where the old days of breaking down recruits with yelling and push-ups have been replaced with a more collaborative and respectful tone. Drill sergeant candidates are taught how to effecti

Before they train Army recruits at basic training, drill sergeants must graduate from the nine-week United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy. Insider spent a week at Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina, to see what it takes to become a drill sergeant. The Drill Sergeant Academy has adopted a new strategy where the old days of breaking down recruits with yelling and push-ups have been replaced with a more collaborative and respectful tone. Drill sergeant candidates are taught how to effecti