what cool about basic training?

Answer 1

that it ends

Answer 2

In my opinion, it is basic training itself. All of the different things that you get to do that you have never done before. Learn all sorts of different things from all sorts of different people w/ different backrounds. Of course the BRM (basic rifle marksmanship) is fun. You get to learn how to get from one place to another just from a map w/ lines on it and a compass. How to spot different land terrains. Buddy-buddy aide. Meeting different people and making long-term friends with them was a biggie for me. I still talk to friends that I made over 6 years ago when I was in basic. Graduation day is a big deal. The feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction. Only 1% of the United States are in the military. It is a great feeling being a part of that 1%. If you are thinking about joining, look at all branches of the military. See what each has to offer. Good luck in your decision. Hope to fight next to you one day.

Answer 3

Graduation!

Other than that, it's early mornings and late nights. Trying to figure out if there's anything you can do right in the eyes of the drill sergeant. Of course there is also the part where you get to shoot machine guns and how to patch up somebody with a 'sucking chest wound.' You get to find out that many questions that have no right answer like "What are you looking at, do you like me or something?"

Answer 4

Well, I went to Marine Corps boot camp at Paris Island, so I can confidently say that the only cool part was when I left that craphole.
But seriously, boot camp is one of the coolest times in your career. You don't have to think for yourself, you get to do all kinds of awesome stuff, provided your platoon doesn't have too many ****-ups in it, and the whole experience is something you'll look back on fondly for the rest of your life.

Answer 5

Well, now adays there are more learning experiences that you experience in basic, you learn more about tactical and technical knowledge more than what happened when I went to basic in 1995. They run you through STYX lanes which will help you adapt to the numerous combat patrols that you will run through if you end up going to Iraq or Afghanistan, like I said...it's more about learning how the Military works and what you need to know to survive.

Answer 6

Well I have never been but know people who have been. And well I know you get to meet alot of new people, make new friends, learn new things and do new things. You get in shape and I think thats a good part about it. Also you get to test yourself by seeing what you can do, things you have never done before or not in a long time and its nice to accomplish the things you would think you could never do.

Answer 7

you know, looking back it was all cool. it built confidence and and developed a 'never quit' attitude in me. going through it....sucked. there were many days and nights that i thought "what did you get yourself into?" then there are those times where i loved it. to tell the truth it would be complicated to break down the each and every cool part. you gotta experience it.

Answer 8

As long as you complete it, you will realize that was one of the hardest things you have done with your life and stuck to it. It was worth every minute of it to know I am in the Worlds Greatest Military.

Answer 9

Besides learning discipline and getting your body in shape, I would think making new friends would be "Cool".

Answer 10

You, and your comrades, are encouraged and cheered on by your Commanders to physically abuse and humiliate those recruits who fall down exhausted or can't complete the program.

Answer 11

The memories of it. And the bond you leave with (and take with you). It's a moment of your life that you'll surely never forget.