The blue thing is called the flash for those wondering
@1EnZBosS1
5 жыл бұрын
i still watch these despite not even living in the US. Keep it up tho, i have learned alot. Ty
@geminigurl92
5 жыл бұрын
This is helpful. My husband switched branches into army and i just like to know these things so I appreciate your videos.
@raymondjin2000
5 жыл бұрын
Just received an Army ROTC scholarship!! Thanks for your insights!!
@youngrocklee7007
4 жыл бұрын
just to clarify for mos (branch) insignia for enlisted goes their left collar of their ASU jacket, the one on the other side collar is US insignia. The one badge above unit awards are DUI (Designated Unit Insignia) which for enlisted you put one on beret, each shoulder and chest above unit awards. one on chest can be your current unit (same as one on beret and shoulder) but you can also put the old unit insignia, most of time people put the unit insignia from the unit they deployed with.
@ericasaida
5 жыл бұрын
This is kinda confusing, but omg dying to watch all of your videos to learn more about the military (army ) in general because my boyfriend is serving in the army :) thank you for your service, Matt !!
@MattWard89
5 жыл бұрын
If you just started learning it all it’s a lot to take in
@ericasaida
5 жыл бұрын
@@MattWard89 I have been watching you for about a month now! This topic in general was very interesting but a lot to take in, ahah! I just love learning about the military (more army) and getting to know why my boyfriend loves to do what he does in serving out country! He was pretty impressed on how much I learned from your past videos! :)
@Capitan_Doug_Keith
2 ай бұрын
I always wore my Sharpshooter badge, never knew others didn't. Coming from a retired O-3 who spent the majority of his career an O-2
@derekfeng4079
5 жыл бұрын
Snazzy pair of Army brothers. Nice channel LT!
@Hammythejedi
5 жыл бұрын
Don’t leave out the warrant officers
@carsonstephens2508
5 жыл бұрын
Hammythejedi warrant officers follow the rules for commissioned officers
@jrbluedup
5 жыл бұрын
.....Warrant Officers are Officers...and they commission at CW2
@randyerwin6016
6 ай бұрын
As a US Marine in the late 60's when passing an enlisted soldier on the street or a store or restaurant our greeting would just be "General" meaning that Army uniforms had so much brass, glitter, chords, patches, badges we couldn't tell what rank they held. While dining at a restaurant on leave in uniform, a young Army Second Lt. in uniform tried to dress me down for not saluting him inside the restaurant. "Don't Marines know how to salute an officer?" " Yes sir, we do. The US Naval service does not salute indoors unless covered (wearing a cap) and under arms, Sir."
@oh_rodtx_2830
3 жыл бұрын
I had no idea you were James’ brother, that’s awesome. I was in 4th plt with him at basic in Jackson.
@karas4971
5 жыл бұрын
Do you keep your uniform even after the contract is up?
@masonbourbonnais3601
5 жыл бұрын
Yes
@HeyItsJoe1
5 жыл бұрын
I assume everything you purchased you keep
@MattWard89
5 жыл бұрын
Yepp
@tewksburydriver8624
5 жыл бұрын
Must be different now. I was in from 1995-2001 and when I got out I had to turn everything in. I kept one set of BDU's though.
@bueno_oneub_0
5 жыл бұрын
@@MattWard89 how if ocs different to bootcamp?
@countryboysreputation8618
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt, I learned this from JROTC, but the "blue area of the beret" is called the flash. We wear the same uniform that the army wears, the only difference is we have grey berets and the flashes are black outlined with gold.
@damianpatch5361
5 жыл бұрын
Just got done filling out the book the recruiter gives you. Waiting for background check to complete. And pass the physical. Then us army here I come.
@4BearWarrior
5 жыл бұрын
Served US Army 76-80 2nd Infantry Division.
@mariahamore7224
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt, Leaving for Basic end of February and OCS in May. Hoping to catch your BOLC playlist around that time! Was just wondering when an Officer would wear the beret VS the other cover mentioned with the Class A uniform? Thanks for all the pointers.
@Xyr1998
Жыл бұрын
its cool to see that you were part of 3-319
@joncottrell3648
4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed video. I’ve been retired for sometime, but I think general officers still have two stripes on their legs . If so this could be interesting to add to video.
@jacobr8063
5 жыл бұрын
I'm currently trying to figure out all that I need to buy for my first ASU, and I think my physics with calculus 1 class was simpler and easier to understand. It looks like all you get is a sheet of fabric, and then you're on your own to figure out how to make it into a uniform.
@kurt.i8923
5 жыл бұрын
I like the Officer ASU’s compared to the Enlisted uniform they look fine 👌👌👌
@octamaster5000
4 жыл бұрын
Everytime I watch this guy's videos I set the speed at 2x
@vikzn1607
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah he talks dumb slow
@sanchezsantiago14
5 жыл бұрын
Shipping out feb 5th to fort sill. Basic and AIT. Thanks matt, wish me luck.
@salvadorhuitron3518
5 жыл бұрын
Good luck, it's going to be hot and humid after mid March so hydrate
@stt577
3 жыл бұрын
how’s it been?
@sanchezsantiago14
3 жыл бұрын
@@stt577 army has been treating me pretty good man, I’m in korea and loving it so far
@stt577
3 жыл бұрын
@@sanchezsantiago14 nice to hear
@TheBlackhorse1954
4 ай бұрын
Question for you Matt, is that unit crest you're little brother wearing the 32nd Armor Regiment? Sure looks like it, but it's hard to see. My first duty assignment was with the 6th Bn. 32nd Armor in Ft. Carson, Colorado 1972-1974. I realize he's airborne, so it's probably not the 32nd Armor but it sure looks like it.
@ejp75
3 жыл бұрын
Also 2LT you mentioned that on ASU enlisted wear branch insignia on right chest above unit ribbons. That’s incorrect Sir. Enlisted wear basic branch insignia on collar opposite the US disc. Where officers wear two US letters and two branch insignia below them on the collar lapels. The emblem worn above right side unit ribbons would be; foreign parachute badge earned with either DUI or RDI centered above it. sends-: LTC EJ Passarelli USA (R) 18-A. 10th SFG(A)
@ejp75
3 жыл бұрын
Yes “The little Blue section” is a flash. The generic Army flash is blue with 13 white stars around the edges. It’s won by folks in units that don’t have a dedicated flash for their unit. Airborne, Ranger, Special Forces Groups have unique colored flashes to denote their unit. Enlisted wear their DUI on flash while Officers wear non-subdued rank.
@CesarGarcia-nd5xz
3 жыл бұрын
The new Army Green uniforms are gonna be so beautiful.
@iamsteverogersakacapamerica041
10 ай бұрын
@MattWard89 Can you do a video on the army AGSU uniforms and the difference between the enlisted and the officers agsu and then the history of the agsu during ww2.
@ColonelMarcellus
5 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter to some of us who have been denied military service. It's only important to the people who wear them so they'll know who to salute and say "sir" or ma'am" to.
@HectorGarcia-vk2nk
5 жыл бұрын
Your videos are interesting im currently talking to a recruiter it took me three tries to pass the asvab but i have yet to go through meps and pick a shipping date i had a slight delinquent past which is taking more time to get me a waiver and applicant statement but your videos help alot with info thanks man
@The_Black_Knight
5 жыл бұрын
Important AR670-1 correction for your video. The device you are referring to on the ASU is not the "branch of service", but the "regimental distinctive insignia" (RDI) approved by the Institute of Heraldry and is worn by BOTH enlisted and officers in the same right pocket location above unit awards and foreign decorations. Sometimes this insignia is referred to as a "regimental crest" but should not be confused with a "unit crest" as sometimes they can look similar depend on branch. This not exclusive to enlisted US Army service members. The enlisted branch of service can be found on the lapel disk on left side collar of the ASU, and the branch is worn on both sides by officers as independent lapel pins on both collars.
@jcbor4866
5 жыл бұрын
To add, the only time the RDI is not worn is for evening social occasions (After retreat) i.e. at Dining In/Out.
@timumbra2476
5 жыл бұрын
Sweet a new video and I’ve been watching all your things before I ship :D
@crumplygrub3212
3 жыл бұрын
How’d it go
@sirknight65
4 жыл бұрын
Soldiers branch is not worn on their chest, it is worm the left lapel, the "U.S." is on the right side.
@josephshulman6666
Жыл бұрын
My late beloved Mom always said I would have been better in the Army over the branch I joined !!!!!
@lonestar275
5 жыл бұрын
That little blue section on the beret, I call it the shield
@carsonstephens2508
5 жыл бұрын
Night_Watcher it’s actually called a beret flash
@commosection
5 жыл бұрын
I still like the old class A dress greens. But the NCO pants strip looks cool. The officers dress greens had a black strip on the pants but didn't stick out
@alexdonham5342
5 жыл бұрын
because i wanted to be combat medic once, I'm done in R.G drage school at a high school (vocational school).
@ItsPhonics
5 жыл бұрын
Officers look cooler. Simple
@mr.k.i.s.s7496
5 жыл бұрын
You ain't seen a CSM with 20 years in. Fruit Salad for days
@thehawk5366
5 жыл бұрын
The Special Forces unit now units was approved by JFK and the green berets they wore to distinguish themselves needed a waiver from JFK to be worn because some officers outside the SF either didn’t like the look or were just against any new idea. I’m glad they stayed not only do they look sharp other units and even branches of the military with slight color variations have adopted it. My Father is in Arlington with his buddies now, but I’ve always kept his Green Beret right next to mine like father like son, I haven’t worn mine in years and if I ever have to do any hard thinking or need advice I can put on his for a minute or two. It’s still a few years that will pass before he knows it and I don’t want to do anything to influence his decision. Sure would be something special if my son won his own Green Beret, I will always be proud no matter what he does....to the best of my knowledge I think it would be the first time 3 Generations qualified wouldn’t that be something? Time will tell it always does.
@stevethekats
5 жыл бұрын
when are you supposed yo wear your beret?
@sirknight65
4 жыл бұрын
The weapon qualification badge is an optional wear for officers.
@davidjohnjrlindstedt9555
4 жыл бұрын
LT, unless things have changed dramatically since I served. Your viewers and your Soldiers need to secure a copy of Army Regulation 670-1. Everything you wanted to know about the wear and appearance of you while in uniform is right there. I'm sure it can be found in a pdf format. Keep up the good work and you and your Soldiers stay safe.
@renegadeace1735
3 жыл бұрын
Why do people in formal dress sometimes wear beret's and sometimes wear peaked caps? Is it optional or is there specific occasions.
@buster117
5 жыл бұрын
Fuck I love military clothing and uniforms.
@Karla-ys9qz
5 жыл бұрын
officers look so much better, there’s no doubt 🤷🏽♀️😂💪🏼💪🏼
@semelitoilolo4536
5 жыл бұрын
Going to Fort Jackson on the 4th of February. Anybody else leaving to Fort Jackson that day ?
@livinglikelarry3415
5 жыл бұрын
semeli toilolo I just left Fort Jackson wat battalion and company are you goin to
@semelitoilolo4536
5 жыл бұрын
Living Like Larry my MOS is 89B1 , I have airborne connected to it. Idk what battalion I’m going to get but yeah
@livinglikelarry3415
5 жыл бұрын
semeli toilolo I’m a 89B too I’m at ait rn your gonna be in B 73 at ait
@fortgrove3166
3 жыл бұрын
When I cross over to the dark side, now about 13 years ago, I stopped wearing my marksmanship and driver’s badges. I keep it clean for my DA photo. I am going to take a new DA photo with the AGSU.
@lepracybabe
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt! Are Warrant Officer uniforms the same as Officer uniforms? I’ll be submitting my packet for WOFT as a civilian in a few months, I am super excited!
@carsonstephens2508
4 жыл бұрын
Lepracy Babe yes. Warrant Officers are officers after all
@johnalver
6 ай бұрын
Yeah that makes more sense
@eileenhendrickson8810
3 жыл бұрын
I bought a uniform its a captains dress blues from Vietnam. It came with the rifle and machine gun expert badge on the left chest is it not supposed to be there then?
@gabrielsireliangusteinhast9059
11 ай бұрын
Officier you in for pay and pension and enlisted is non pensionable?
@skytheskid9366
3 жыл бұрын
You would make a good jrotc/rotc teacher
@garretmassey1
5 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on putting on your uniform and putting the badges on the uniform as well?
@littlevince5434
5 жыл бұрын
Wait you said branch of service.... but the dress blues in this style is army only so what does that mean.
@Erick3263
5 жыл бұрын
Ship out 2/5/19 as an E3. Getsome
@h.eduardolosoya9493
3 жыл бұрын
Hi LT! I'm planing on studying a criminal justice degree, and joining ARMY ROTC... I was told that i can be in CID.. But what dose an officer do in CID??? Much thanks LT!
@sailalehtonen1412
5 жыл бұрын
Nice video and thanks for the info
@fortgrove3166
3 жыл бұрын
LT, where did you get that T-shirt from? I would like to order one. Also, typo here - Rank - 2nt Lieutenant. its is 2nd D not T.
@hankilo5830
5 жыл бұрын
Great informative vid😃👍
@mr.paulrowe6628
8 ай бұрын
You missed the warrant officer grades.
@dare2envision
4 жыл бұрын
So the only difference between OCP for enlisted and officer is location of the rank?
@armynurseboy
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, it is one of those unspoken rules that officers don't wear marksmanship badges or have facial hair. Leave those to your NCOs..... ;o)
@mercury4373
5 жыл бұрын
Hey matt im sick so i watching you lol nice vid
@MattWard89
5 жыл бұрын
Well I hope you get better! This is a good thing to do in your spare time :)
@mercury4373
5 жыл бұрын
Matt Ward my dad was in the national guard and the “leaders”were in the 101st airborne and he gave me one of their patches and i put it up its pretty cool!
@joshmcbrayer1247
5 жыл бұрын
Good morning, I'm a 17 year old junior in high school, and I was wondering if the split option only applies to the NG, and if so, how possible it is transfer to the reserves (and eventually to active duty officer). Thanks!
@Wileye86
5 жыл бұрын
It applies to reserves too, talk to your local recruiter
@soultraveller5027
2 жыл бұрын
Most countries military forces that wear the ""beret"" have understood how simple it is to wear it correctly without two much fuss and bother the Americans on the other hand are still figuring it out 🤣😅✌️
@johng.6222
5 жыл бұрын
I am a Viet Nam era veteran Sgt. E-5. I would like to wear a class a dress uniform to military funerals (and eventually to be buried in it later on) but I'm unable to find the type of uniform we wore back in the 70s... especially in my current size. Is it permissible for me to wear the current class a uniform?
@carsonstephens2508
5 жыл бұрын
John G I would say so. As long as you furnish it the same way that you did back then
@SergioHernandez-zv5wc
4 жыл бұрын
What unit is your brother with if he’s still in. At Bragg now it would be cool to meet him since I was watching your videos before I enlisted
@austinwray6186
5 жыл бұрын
What r the different color bands on the officer caps and their sleeved
@banyanrolphez1747
5 жыл бұрын
Can you explain how military ranking goes overall? I can't find any concise explanations
@Wannie4k
4 жыл бұрын
I’m currently a semester away from graduating & was looking into joining & trying to go the officer route but was wondering does my gpa matter in order to even get looked at getting commissioned or is the degree itself enough?
@esther_runs_strong
3 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you.
@solomon_silo2361
3 жыл бұрын
What of the warrant officer?
@timmycook6708
2 жыл бұрын
Matt Ward, are you an officer? Got your little butter bars?
@ejp75
3 жыл бұрын
Lieutenant it seems that you like prefacing your descriptions with the term “little”. It’s a poor choice of descriptor and you might think of getting your thoughts more clearly focused, even drawing up some notes to refer to after looking at AR 670-1 for the proper terminology re: uniform wear. Winging it, isn’t showing you in your best light LT. Airborne! -sends: LTC EJ.P. USA (R) 18-A 10th SFGA
@joseloredo6416
2 жыл бұрын
Was your little brother in the 173rd by chance?
@meghanzetamarie9412
5 жыл бұрын
Do you have any advice for 16 year olds wanting to go into the army, like things you need to take that you might not think of ?? Ps thank you for making amazing videos !!! Sending love from ! England !
@masonbourbonnais3601
5 жыл бұрын
Run
@johngreen3687
5 жыл бұрын
I agree with Mason. I'm 16 as well. Get physically fit and do your research is what my mentors have been telling me.
@andrewjohnston4127
5 жыл бұрын
If you're in the uk join a cadet unit while you are waiting to join up
@justinh3175
5 жыл бұрын
So what happens if an officer qualifies for one of the marksmanship badges? Does he receive it but does not wear it or do they not hand it out to officers?
@carsonstephens2508
4 жыл бұрын
Justin Homberg they get it but most choose not to wear it. There’s nothing to say that they can’t wear it though
@seanwalsh7264
5 жыл бұрын
Why is it a lot of members of the army still call the ocp uniform acu is it just force of habit or just not being notified what the army truly calls it
@raygunreagan2274
5 жыл бұрын
Robo legends acu means army combat uniform ocp is the camouflage pattern
@MattWard89
5 жыл бұрын
We still use the ACUs so as long as they are still actively worn when people in the Army say “ACU” it’s generally referred to as the old pattern where as the OCP is the new pattern so to specifically refer to that it’s just easier to say OCP. Even on paperwork and stuff like packing lists it’s designated at different. Example, “Bring 2 sets of ACU (or OCP) uniforms.”
@buster117
5 жыл бұрын
Wait you are an officer, lmao I didn't knew that, nice I thought you just enlisted.
@chuckbucks7020
4 жыл бұрын
How often do you polish your gold bar?
@rylanmiller7646
5 жыл бұрын
So does everyone who goes to Fort Benning go through airborne training?
@MattWard89
5 жыл бұрын
No
@GRGHQ
4 жыл бұрын
Chief Warrant Officer has entered the chat.....
@stevensuarez9718
4 жыл бұрын
Dude the Army uniforms would look so much better with a belt
@walker_2003
2 жыл бұрын
Why did your brother prefer to be an enlisted soldier and not a officer like you?
@TheRuz123
4 жыл бұрын
Anyone shipping to Fort Leonard Wood, Aug 10th?
@iibornninjaii8263
4 жыл бұрын
What is that cord for that your brother had
@jamesfranco6934
4 жыл бұрын
Hi matt what is your mos?
@MartinOrkuma
4 жыл бұрын
Loved it!
@MohammedAli-uw9rf
5 жыл бұрын
Minnesota National Guard
@ziadmghafri6803
3 жыл бұрын
Hey matt i'm very very very very interested in the army in general and i'm very ambitious to be a colonel or general when i go to the military academid , and please can i contact you ?
@Aj808s
5 жыл бұрын
Feb 04 I'm outta here! Fort Jackson here I come ✊
@lykos4972
5 жыл бұрын
Aj A. Not too far from now, good luck!
@c.harris3411
5 жыл бұрын
I leave the fourth as well but to benning! Crazy
@Aj808s
5 жыл бұрын
@@c.harris3411 We got this in the bag bro, couple more days!
@rbjr208
5 жыл бұрын
How did your brother get his aiguillette?
@peacekeeper6774
5 жыл бұрын
I wish I could buy one.
@Wearechknrat
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt. I'm going reserves and I'm going try to finish my Astronomy bachelors. When can I commission? After my contract is over or as soon as I get a bachelor's? Thank you. Fort Leonard wood Feb 25th 👌💪 12N
@searchforgreatness69
5 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the brotherhood 👊🏻
@Alejo__
5 жыл бұрын
How much would a major make a year in the army and is that a (high) position?
@MattWard89
5 жыл бұрын
Depends on Time in Service and Time in Grade. Google a chart to see cause it can vary a lot
@wiltonrodriguez2218
5 жыл бұрын
So does it matter the amount of push ups you can do before basic training ?
@c.harris3411
5 жыл бұрын
Wilton Rodriguez Yes it does. Go in the best shape you can. Tip: do as many push-ups with good form as you can then wait one minute and repeat 3-4 times do this every other day you’ll get strong quick!
@vincent_8817
5 жыл бұрын
Hey matt do you have any tips or a study guide for the asvab i took it and failed i need help
@Wileye86
5 жыл бұрын
All u can do is study and do the practice tests. Specially if u failed because it's really hard to fail the asvab
@amkrause2004
3 жыл бұрын
Go to any book store and you can purchase Asvab books. Or go online.
@annamodski9239
5 жыл бұрын
So I have a question I'm about to be heading into high school as a fresh men and I've been looking into the military specifically the army as a choice for the future, and I'm kinda set about that. But my parents have been nagging me about going to a university and not just going straight into the military. Though I do agree it would be good to get a degree, I'm unsure if I should go to rotc and become an officer straight away, because I would like to be an enlisted first so I have the experience, but I don't know if I would have to go to university again to be a officer for that choice. I don't know. I know I still have a while to decide whether to go to university and join rotc or become an enlisted with a degree.
@er-01
5 жыл бұрын
Anna Modski Im going to doing air force rotc, Im already a senior. Im doing that to get commissioned and get my college degree out of the way.
@annamodski9239
5 жыл бұрын
@@er-01 smart
@rvillan3378
5 жыл бұрын
Honestly, it doesn't hurt to join the army as an enlisted, active duty on a 3 year contract. As active duty serving for 36+ months, your GI bill will cover 100% tuition. I would then consider enrolling at university, doing rotc and commissioning. I honestly would have done it that way myself in hindsight. I don't know your situation, but this is based on my experience.
@er-01
5 жыл бұрын
RVillan well it if you receive the rotc scholarship, that can be 100% tuition. Rather than waiting 3 years just to go to a university, just go straight of the bat, it would take way less time anyway.
@grantwalter2243
5 жыл бұрын
Is their a way I can enlist in army (im 17) and do SF before 21 and THEN goto college and get my bachelors in 4 years and then continue with SF?
@r3stless508
5 жыл бұрын
Have you considered Army Reserve? I enlisted in the reserve Oct. 30th. My time has been running since. As soon as I have my Bachelor's maybe even Master's, I'm going active.
@stephendagoon3620
5 жыл бұрын
Grant Walter I’m 17 and enlisted way back in November, you would have to get a high enough score on your asvab and get a minimum GT score of 110 I believe then all it is is just waiting for a SF spot to open up then reserve it at MEPS or before. Just score high and hope a spot is open for a contract
@obiwan4life622
4 жыл бұрын
Did no one recognize the music???
@freddavis8867
5 жыл бұрын
I'm wanting to join the reserve's as a 11x and was wanting to know where do you drill? Is it like the guard, or different?
@coreybearden8643
5 жыл бұрын
Fred Davis The Reserves doesn’t have combat mos anymore so you can’t go 11B in the reserves anymore. Where you drill is depending on where your unit is located.
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