COAST GUARD AD!! (REACTION)

Published on January 19, 2022
Duration: 11:28

This reaction video analyzes various U.S. Coast Guard recruitment advertisements, from 1990s drug interdiction ads to modern birthday tributes. Nikko Ortiz humorously critiques the marketing tactics, highlighting dramatic portrayals and comparing them to official recruitment requirements found on GoCoastGuard.com. The video also touches on the ASVAB, medical assessments, and dependent limitations for joining.

Quick Summary

To join the U.S. Coast Guard, you generally need to be between 17 and 35 (up to 40 for some programs), be a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma, and have no more than three dependents. The recruitment process involves the ASVAB and medical exams.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Military Ad Reactions
  2. 01:131990s Coast Guard Commercial Reaction
  3. 03:16Coast Guard 229th Birthday Video Reaction
  4. 04:292009 'Born Ready' Commercial Reaction
  5. 05:42Coast Guard Qualifications Review (GoCoastGuard.com)
  6. 07:09Joining the Coast Guard: ASVAB & DEP
  7. 09:36Final Thoughts & Best Ad

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the age requirements to join the U.S. Coast Guard?

The U.S. Coast Guard generally requires recruits to be between 17 and 35 years old. Some specific programs may extend this age limit up to 40 years old.

What is the dependent limit for Coast Guard recruits?

Recruits joining the U.S. Coast Guard are limited to having no more than three dependents. This is a stricter requirement compared to some other military branches.

What does the Coast Guard recruitment process involve?

The process typically includes taking the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test, undergoing medical assessments, and potentially enrolling in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP).

Which U.S. Coast Guard recruitment ad was considered the best in the video?

Nikko Ortiz concluded that the Coast Guard's 229th Birthday tribute video was the most impressive, featuring high-quality footage of service members in action.

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