1 00:00:00,290 --> 00:00:02,070 - Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. 2 00:00:02,070 --> 00:00:04,070 On behalf of Brigadier General Heritage, 3 00:00:04,070 --> 00:00:06,160 the Commanding General of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot 4 00:00:06,160 --> 00:00:07,970 on the Western Recruiting Region, 5 00:00:07,970 --> 00:00:10,190 I'd like to welcome you to sunny San Diego 6 00:00:10,190 --> 00:00:13,730 and today's Family Day message for Kilo Company. 7 00:00:13,730 --> 00:00:15,660 My name is Colonel Matt Palma, 8 00:00:15,660 --> 00:00:16,870 and I am the Commanding Officer 9 00:00:16,870 --> 00:00:18,750 of the Recruit Training Regiment. 10 00:00:18,750 --> 00:00:20,070 I'm assisted in my duties 11 00:00:20,070 --> 00:00:23,063 by my senior enlisted leader, Sar Major Paul Agan. 12 00:00:23,940 --> 00:00:26,010 Together, we've had the distinct pleasure 13 00:00:26,010 --> 00:00:29,150 of observing your new Marines throughout their training, 14 00:00:29,150 --> 00:00:31,530 and we couldn't be more proud of what they've accomplished 15 00:00:31,530 --> 00:00:32,830 in a short period of time. 16 00:00:33,840 --> 00:00:35,970 That said, we know that our job 17 00:00:35,970 --> 00:00:37,570 would have been much more difficult 18 00:00:37,570 --> 00:00:40,130 had it not been for the solid moral foundation 19 00:00:40,130 --> 00:00:42,143 that you laid for them back at home. 20 00:00:43,060 --> 00:00:46,410 Moreover, the love and support that you provided for them 21 00:00:46,410 --> 00:00:49,160 throughout their training was absolutely critical 22 00:00:49,160 --> 00:00:50,870 to their success. 23 00:00:50,870 --> 00:00:53,193 So for that, we wanna thank you. 24 00:00:54,330 --> 00:00:56,260 There's a couple other groups that we'd like to recognize 25 00:00:56,260 --> 00:00:57,700 out there today. 26 00:00:57,700 --> 00:01:01,500 First, if you've served in any branch of the Armed Forces, 27 00:01:01,500 --> 00:01:03,460 whether under the watchful eye of peace 28 00:01:03,460 --> 00:01:04,853 or during the time of war, 29 00:01:06,040 --> 00:01:08,240 we wanna let you know that your sacrifice 30 00:01:08,240 --> 00:01:11,700 and your service has served as an example for all of us 31 00:01:11,700 --> 00:01:14,480 and especially the Marines of Kilo Company. 32 00:01:14,480 --> 00:01:16,050 Thank you, veterans. 33 00:01:16,050 --> 00:01:17,400 Thank you for your service. 34 00:01:18,530 --> 00:01:21,610 The next group I'd like to recognize are those officers 35 00:01:21,610 --> 00:01:25,010 and drill instructors that proudly wear these blue T-shirts, 36 00:01:25,010 --> 00:01:26,980 for they are the officers and drill instructors 37 00:01:26,980 --> 00:01:28,770 at Kilo Company. 38 00:01:28,770 --> 00:01:31,970 Had it not been for their hard work and determination, 39 00:01:31,970 --> 00:01:34,930 the transformation from civilian to recruit, 40 00:01:34,930 --> 00:01:37,483 and recruit to Marine wouldn't even be possible. 41 00:01:38,460 --> 00:01:40,360 Do you know that there's been a drill instructor 42 00:01:40,360 --> 00:01:44,320 with your new Marine every moment of every day and night 43 00:01:44,320 --> 00:01:47,093 since they stepped on our famous yellow footprints? 44 00:01:48,220 --> 00:01:50,890 That sort of dedication doesn't come 45 00:01:50,890 --> 00:01:52,463 without great sacrifice. 46 00:01:53,410 --> 00:01:57,080 Their young families have endured long periods of time 47 00:01:57,080 --> 00:02:00,810 away from their Marine for the benefit of yours. 48 00:02:00,810 --> 00:02:02,200 So ladies and gentlemen, 49 00:02:02,200 --> 00:02:06,170 I'd like to publicly thank the officers, drill instructors, 50 00:02:06,170 --> 00:02:10,480 and families of Kilo Company for a job well done, 51 00:02:10,480 --> 00:02:12,393 and we hope you enjoy your time off. 52 00:02:13,470 --> 00:02:15,310 Now, speaking of families, 53 00:02:15,310 --> 00:02:19,410 we know that great Marines come from great families, 54 00:02:19,410 --> 00:02:21,143 and your Marines are no different. 55 00:02:22,330 --> 00:02:25,540 We understand how difficult it must be 56 00:02:25,540 --> 00:02:27,750 for you not to be here today 57 00:02:27,750 --> 00:02:30,570 or to witness their graduation tomorrow, 58 00:02:30,570 --> 00:02:33,533 a milestone event in the life of every Marine. 59 00:02:35,420 --> 00:02:39,140 We wanna thank you for your love and support 60 00:02:39,140 --> 00:02:41,590 and continued patriotism and dedication 61 00:02:41,590 --> 00:02:44,210 to the Marine Corps and your Marine. 62 00:02:44,210 --> 00:02:47,220 We wanna implore you to continue to support them 63 00:02:47,220 --> 00:02:49,070 throughout their training. 64 00:02:49,070 --> 00:02:50,950 After tomorrow's graduation, 65 00:02:50,950 --> 00:02:53,890 they will leave us and go to Camp Pendleton, 66 00:02:53,890 --> 00:02:56,530 and specifically the School of Infantry, 67 00:02:56,530 --> 00:02:58,530 where they will continue on their training 68 00:02:58,530 --> 00:03:01,500 and eventually out to the Fleet Marine Force, 69 00:03:01,500 --> 00:03:04,603 where their leaders are eagerly waiting their arrival. 70 00:03:06,220 --> 00:03:09,620 We know it's difficult for you not to be able to see them, 71 00:03:09,620 --> 00:03:11,760 but trust me, sooner or later, 72 00:03:11,760 --> 00:03:14,710 they're gonna get some well-deserved time off 73 00:03:14,710 --> 00:03:17,790 and they will have plenty of stories to tell you 74 00:03:17,790 --> 00:03:21,800 about Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, their training, 75 00:03:21,800 --> 00:03:25,820 and specifically, their legendary drill instructors. 76 00:03:25,820 --> 00:03:29,903 Those sea stories will be coming shortly. 77 00:03:31,100 --> 00:03:34,470 Now, during this pandemic, 78 00:03:34,470 --> 00:03:37,410 we wanna wish you and your families good luck 79 00:03:37,410 --> 00:03:38,560 and the best of health. 80 00:03:40,000 --> 00:03:42,150 Your Marines are healthy and ready, 81 00:03:42,150 --> 00:03:45,000 as proven by their participation 82 00:03:45,000 --> 00:03:47,080 in today's motivational run. 83 00:03:47,080 --> 00:03:50,270 They are fit, they're happy, they're well-trained 84 00:03:50,270 --> 00:03:52,370 and ready to continue on in their mission. 85 00:03:54,560 --> 00:03:57,310 They wanted me to thank you for their love and support, 86 00:03:59,100 --> 00:04:03,393 and we will and always be semper fidelis. 87 00:04:04,640 --> 00:04:06,020 - Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. 88 00:04:06,020 --> 00:04:08,440 I'm Sergeant Vemo, a senior drill instructor 89 00:04:08,440 --> 00:04:11,563 for Platoon 3221, and these are your new Marines. 90 00:04:46,357 --> 00:04:47,770 - Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, 91 00:04:47,770 --> 00:04:48,847 my name is Staff Sergeant Eduardo, 92 00:04:48,847 --> 00:04:53,257 and I'm a senior drill instructor for Platoon 3222, 93 00:04:53,257 --> 00:04:54,807 and these are your new Marines. 94 00:05:17,196 --> 00:05:20,831 (trumpet sounding) 95 00:05:20,831 --> 00:05:22,040 - Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, 96 00:05:22,040 --> 00:05:23,940 my name is Staff Sergeant Cortez, 97 00:05:23,940 --> 00:05:28,940 and I am the senior drill instructor for Platoon 3223. 98 00:05:29,000 --> 00:05:30,733 These are your new Marines. 99 00:05:57,445 --> 00:06:00,362 (trumpet sounding) 100 00:06:05,545 --> 00:06:06,390 - Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. 101 00:06:06,390 --> 00:06:08,380 My name is Sergeant Valez. 102 00:06:08,380 --> 00:06:13,010 I am the senior drill instructor for Platoon 3225, 103 00:06:13,010 --> 00:06:14,693 and these are your new Marines. 104 00:06:45,078 --> 00:06:46,260 - Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. 105 00:06:46,260 --> 00:06:48,080 My name is Staff Sergeant Philliby. 106 00:06:48,080 --> 00:06:51,647 I am the senior drill instructor for Platoon 3226, 107 00:06:51,647 --> 00:06:53,333 and these are your Marines. 108 00:07:32,628 --> 00:07:34,020 - Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. 109 00:07:34,020 --> 00:07:36,070 My name is Staff Sergeant Cortez. 110 00:07:36,070 --> 00:07:38,520 I'm the senior drill instructor for Platoon 3227, 111 00:07:40,397 --> 00:07:42,203 and these are your new Marines.