Drill Instructor's Epic Speech on Black Friday | MarinesBootCampHQ.com

Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sergeant May gives an epic speech to the new recruits of Mike Company on pick-up day (also known as Black Friday) aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California. Drill Instructor Staff Sergeant May spoke to the recruits about the responsibilities of the drill instructors and what he expects of their behavior during the grueling 13-week training. All Marine Corps Drill Instructors are required to memorize and abide by the the Drill Instructor&Creed: "These recruits are entrusted to my care. I will train them to the best of my ability. I will develop them into smartly disciplined, physically fit, basically trained Marines, thoroughly indoctrinated in love of the Corps and country. I will demand of them and demonstrate by my own example, the highest standards of personal conduct, morality, and professional skill."