The blue angels, marine corps c hercules, affectionately known as fat albert, flies over the silent drill platoon at marine corps air station yuma, ariz. It is comparable to hooah in the united states army and the united states air force, and hooyah in the united states navy and the united states coast guard. Known for its synchronization, silent cadences, fixed bayonets and ramrodstraight marines, the team has become a symbol of the corps itself, said capt. Clad in freshlypressed dress blue uniforms, henry and the other members of the silent drill platoon were preparing for their next performance. Once the years silent drill platoon members are selected, they begin their training in washington, and continue to train at marine corps air station yuma, arizona, perfecting their. The united states marine corps silent drill platoon is a 24marine rifle platoon that performs a precision drill exhibition. Marine barracks washington evening parade reservations. S marine corps silent drill platoon behind the scenes. Usmc silent drill team battle color ceremony dvd us marine corps battle color ceremony. United states marine corps silent drill platoon local.
Those around the us marine corps know that the corps silent drill platoon has the ability to impress even people without showing any emotion during their performance. Us marine corps silent drill platoon performs at sunset parade at iwo jima memorial. Marine corps recruiting june 28, 2016 the iconic silent drill platoon, a symbol of the precision, discipline and leadership of the marine corps, is a group of handpicked marines from across the corps that undergo rigorous training. The 1988 inspection team of the usmc silent drill platoon. Army jrotc platoon wins drill competition judged by marine. The mission of the jolly rogers is to represent the brigade of midshipmen in official ceremonies and events by demonstrating excellence and discipline through precise and calculated exhibition drill. Clevelanders gathered for a live performance by the marine corps finest, the silent drill platoon, at burke lakefront airport before a marine air ground task force demonstration. Silent drill teamusmc silent drill teamevery marine recruit will practice close order drill, marching in formation from the day they begin training through the day they graduate. I dont know why but ive always enjoyed seeing cadence runs and drill teams. The united states marine corps color guard silent drill platoon company b. The silent drill platoon, like the marine corps itself, consists of marines recruited from across the nation. The drillmaster is the author of the only books for drill teams and honor. The united states naval academy silent drill team, the commandants own, was established in 1990.
The most incredible display of precision rifle handling skills recorded on video. The traveling is one of the best parts of being a part of the platoon, said lance cpl. A member of the united states marine corps silent drill platoon performs at the 32nd annual united states marine corps enlisted awards parade and presentation held at marine corps base quantico, va. Submitted by vernon allen 1987 half time silent drill at boston college fotball game. Ceremonial marchers body bearers battle color detachment headquarters and service company marine corps enlisted aide program u. United states marine corps silent drill platoon youtube. The united states marine corps silent drill platoon perform during a battle color ceremony at the marine corps recruit depot in san diego, california. This highly disciplined platoon exemplifies the professionalism associated with the united states marine corps. They were assigned to the headquarters and service company of a u. Norwegian military tattoo the us marine corps silent. With rifles spinning watch the united states marine corps drill platoon perform their amazing silent drill routine during the sunset parade. Aired on fox sports as the tease to the coke 600 nascar race.
Often referred to as the marching twentyfour, the unit performs unique silent precision exhibition drill. Company a is comprised of 1st and 2nd platoon, which are ceremonial marching platoons, the silent drill platoon, and the marine corps color guard platoon. Silent drill platoon performs at halftime texans vs jets 112215 duration. Corporal ryan watkins talks about the long history behind the us marine corps silent drill platoon who are currently rehearsing for the summer parades. Silent drill platoon at the marine corps war memorial. Members of the silent drill platoon are handpicked to represent the marine corps, exemplifying marine discipline and skill. Watch the amazing marine corps silent drill platoon. The marine corps silent drill platoon performs at lincoln. The official united states marine corps silent drill platoon group page is administrated and monitored by.
Marine corps sunset parade and silent drill moves from iwo. The marine corps silent drill platoon will perform at the th annual mercer county italian american festival at mercer county park on sunday, sept. Watch the us marine corps silent drill platoon steal the. The marine corps silent drill platoon is a 24man rifle platoon that performs a unique precision drill exhibition. Marine barracks history center house books database. In the rousing, crashing world of peerless military pageantry, the united states marine corps stands first in.
Marine corps silent drill platoon members april 16 at seckman high school. The marines of company a have the mission of executing all ceremonial commitments directed by the commandant of the marine corps, and preparing for future service in the marine corps operating forces. Site map battle color detachment schedule leaders units. Us navy and marine corps f4 phantoms schiffer military history book nadineihopkins. The words alone start feet tapping and hearts thumping. The usmc honor guards silent drill platoon s performance at a basketball game. Most people in the military community know how impressive drill teams can be, and so do most people around the dc area. Marine corps silent drill platoon to perform at mercer. See more ideas about marines, marine corps and usmc. The united states marine corps silent drill platoon is a 24man rifle platoon of the united states marine corps. Cadet charles cormier accepts the first place trophy for the sumner high school army jrotc platoon during a drill competition hosted by recruiting station st. The united states army drill team is a 19member precision drill platoon which represents the united states army at official occasions. They are that disciplined, intense, and impressive. A one hour and fifteen minute performance of music and precision marching, the evening parade features the presidents own united states marine band, the commandants own the united states marine drum and bugle corps, the marine corps color guard, the marine corps silent drill platoon, ceremonial marchers, and cpl.
Company a the united states marine corps color guard silent drill platoon company b. The united states marine corps silent drill platoon is a 24man rifle platoon of the united. In the rousing, crashing world of peerless military pageantry, the united states marine corps stands first in thunder and elan. Sta platoons were the surveillance and target acquisition platoons of the united states marine corps. Features the usmc silent drill team in their performance at the marine corps. Marine corps yearbooks abebooks shop for books, art. It is officially part of the headquarters company, 4th battalion, 3rd u. This is the marine corps silent drill platoon documentary introduction by tanner iskra on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who. Marine corps recruit depot, parris island, south carolina by wilson, michael editor and a great selection of related books, art. The purpose of the platoon is to exemplify the discipline and professionalism of the marine corps.
Members of the platoon can come from any military occupational specialty mos. Silent drill platoon spins through bucks game 9th marine. These marines are sometimes lucky enough to perform in their home state. The history behind the us marine corps silent drill platoon. The silent drill platoon has been performing since 1948. Had the honor of shooting this piece with these marines. The corps 70yearold sunset parade and silent drill moves from the iwo jima memorial tuesday evenings to the lincoln memorial, where it is expected to draw big crowds. United states marine corps silent drill platoon on vimeo. Marine barracks units company a silent drill platoon. The incident resulted in the deaths of six united states marine corps recruits. Marine rifle battalion and were the home of marines working directly for the s2 intelligence that were specially trained at close range reconnaissance and information gathering for the battalion commander. The best of the us marine corps silent drill platoon. Austin havel, a rifleman in the platoon and a native of new richmond.
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