Ever wonder what they
actually say and do in Marine Corps boot camp? Read this true
documentary and you'll find out. In 1961 a
recruit named Lee
Reynolds vowed that the ordeal of Parris Island and Camp Geiger - the entire 16 weeks of boot
training - is so
remarkable that he would keep a record of it even as he himself underwent the training.
The result is a vivid account of everything that he and his buddies went through. It's all here: the cadence calls, the songs, the clash of bayonets, the blasts of gunfire, the blistering dialogue, and the authentic words of one of the most colorful drill instructors who ever lived:
"Remember, platoon 265, Semper Fidelis means always faithful to your country, to your buddies, and to yourselves. And...to my United States Marine Corps! Now Hard Charge!"
You'll meet Sgt. Jivey, Sgt. Weasel, Sgt. Flatiron, Sgt. Spooky, and the unforgettable Sgt. War Dog. You'll learn about "Dead Horse," the "Black Mocus," and the "Dipsey Doodle." You'll meet a captain who looks like a cross between Issac Newton and a wolverine. You'll meet Seabag Sam, Foxhole Freddy, and the fabulous "Hawk." You'll hear the most outrageous (and funny) language ever heard on this planet. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and sometimes you'll simply shake your head in amazement. Forget about the "Cyclone" and the "Thunderbolt." You're holding a giant, rollicking roller coaster right here in your hands. You don't have to be a current Marine or an ex-Marine to enjoy this book. Kick off your shoes, relax, and become part of this unique world from the safety and comfort of your easy chair. You'll be glad you did and you'll never forget it..
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