Prior to 2007, the drill sergeant delivered training across the initial entry training spectrum. Regardless of your viewpoint, it can be said that a drill sergeant is a symbol of excellence in initial entry training, an expert in all warrior tasks and battle drills, lives the army values, exemplifies the warrior ethos, and most importantly – is the epitome of the army as a profession. Since 2001, there has been a constant reference to the softening of drill sergeants (Thompson, 2001 Jonsson, 2007 CBS News, 2012). However, back in 2001 it was reported that “These days drill sergeants spend more time mentoring than menacing.” (Thompson, 2001). The prominent character is not only the first impression of new army recruits, but they also have the responsibility of turning those same recruits into warriors and defenders of America’s freedom.” (Odom, 2017).Īlthough the lineage of drill sergeants can be traced back to the revolutionary war (aka or the American War of Independence), the official start date for drill sergeants is 1964, celebrating their 50th anniversary in 2014.įor many, the image of a US Army drill sergeant is a shouting, in your face instructor who has only recently started mentoring recruits rather than menacing them. Army drill sergeant is one of the most mimicked Soldiers amongst civilians. This article provides an overview of the United States (US) Army’s Drill Sergeant. Part 04: Recruitment, Selection and Training of a Drill Sergeant.Part 02: History of the US Army Drill Sergeant.Part 01: Introduction to the US Army Drill Sergeant.
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