This educational and fascinating video history explores military errors and their repercussions, from the merely humorous to the terribly sad.

Every professional army in the world undergoes an extremely demanding training program. To specifically name just one or two, and claim that they have the best training would be quite tough. At the end of the day, what matters is how the men fought on the battlefield and whether they were successful in winning the conflict.

Yes, it is possible to flunk the foundational course. If you go to the trouble of leaving your house, work, loved ones, and friends, you can end up failing when you return. In actuality, 15% of recruits who enlist in the military each year experience this. I interact with far too many recruits who believe it is impossible to flunk basic training.

Basic training is the first step in preparing you to be a soldier. It teaches you how to use weapons and how to protect yourself. Basic combat training or Army boot camp is the first step in becoming a soldier. If you want to specialize in your career field, or if you want to learn more about Army leadership skills, you may go to Officer Candidate School.

In basic training, you'll learn how to cooperate, be disciplined, and use a weapon. You'll also learn how to rappel and march. The work is challenging and requires a lot of stamina. You'll experience stress, and you'll push yourself to your limits. Be aware of what to expect and be prepared for anything.

After graduating from basic training, soldiers proceed to an Advanced Individual Training (AIT) school to learn more about the area of ​​expertise. Depending on an AIT training, a soldier may be sent to a different location for a period of one to seven months. A foreign language class involving AIT may require more time than regular classes.