Summary of It's Up To You - Basic Combat Training (1967)

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This video discussesbasic combat training in the U.S. Army from 1967. Soldiers learn how to use firearms, bayonet training, and hand-to-hand combat. The video concludes with the narrator describing his experience with basic training and his eventual deployment to Vietnam.

• 00:00:00 This video discusses basic training in the U.S. Army. The narrator describes how he thought army training would be different from what he experienced. He quickly realizes that army training is very similar to training he experienced in the Vietnam War. The video concludes with the narrator describing his experience with basic training and his eventual deployment to Vietnam.
• 00:05:00 Basic Combat Training is a challenging experience, but it's worth it to become a better soldier. Drill sergeants are there to help you through the process, and it's important to be obedient and take notes so that you don't forget what you learned.
• 00:10:00 The video discusses basic combat training, which included learning how to use firearms, bayonet training, and hand-to-hand combat.
• 00:15:00 In basic combat training, soldiers learn how to shoot properly, move in formations, and use weapons in various combat scenarios. They also practice grenade throwing and bayonet training.
• 00:20:00 This video shows basic combat training from 1967. Soldiers learn how to use assault swords, grenade tosses, and crawl through obstacle courses. They also practice first aid and conduct a confidence course. Graduation day is celebrated with flags, pennants, and civilians.
• 00:25:00 This video from 1967 shows basic combat training, which was known to be difficult. The commanding general reviews the troops, and the troops respond by feeling good about themselves. After basic training, many of the soldiers go on to serve in Vietnam.