The United States Army Infantry School announced it would no longer conduct the unofficial ritual known as the "shark attack" during basic training. Here's what will take its place. | Business Insider

The bus. The barber. The Drill Sergeant. Basic Combat Training marks the start of every Soldier’s journey. In this video, take a look back at BCT through the decades. 🎥 Staff Sgt. Dustin Biven, Defense Media Activity — Army Productions | U.S. Army

Before they train Army recruits at basic training, drill sergeants must graduate from the nine-week United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy. Insider spent a week at Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina, to see what it takes to become a drill sergeant. The Drill Sergeant Academy has adopted a new strategy where the old days of breaking down recruits with yelling and push-ups have been replaced with a more collaborative and respectful tone. Drill sergeant candidates are taught how to effecti