The official US Army Drill Sergeant's Handbook!Being a drill sergeant may be the most challenging and rewarding assignment a noncommissioned officer will ever experience during his military career. While training initial entry Soldiers to fight and win in today's Global War on Terrorism, drill sergeants must embody and reflect the Army's values and standards. They must also be: - Effective communicators.- Sound administrators.- Motivators.- Proficient instructors.- Effective coaches, mentors, and counselors.This handbook is designed to help new drill sergeants conquer the many challenges of their assignment and succeed in their mission of training Soldiers.