Latest "boot camp" stories

2 Sikhs can now enter Marine boot camp with turbans and beards

The Corps has maintained that exceptions to its grooming standards for recruits would make it harder to instill in them a spirit of uniformity.

By Irene Loewenson

5 months ago

The best and worst Parris Island Marine boot camp haircuts of all time

The Marine recruit training haircut is a rite of passage.

By Sarah Sicard

7 months ago

Navy boot camp lengthened to 10 weeks to prepare recruits for life in the fleet

The objective of the additional two weeks is to provide sailors with more resources and fleet-centric training that will contribute to their success in the Navy.

By Diana Stancy Correll

17 months ago

New series sheds light on Air Force Basic Military Training

The 8-part series follows five civilians on their journeys to become Airmen.

By Sarah Sicard

19 months ago

These 8 barracks roommates are some of the worst of all time

These barracks roommate stories will leave you haunted.

By Sarah Sicard

23 months ago

How to take care of your skin during basic training

For some new recruits, skin care is a concern.

By Abi Pepin

23 months ago