Navy recruiters talk a good game to get young prospects to sign multi-year service contracts, but some people need more than words to get motivated. For those young adults out there that need a visual, the Navy filmed inspiring, powerful commercials.
We’ve all seen the posters of Navy ships sailing the seven seas and yes, the idea of becoming a Navy SEAL is pretty badass, but it’s the epic commercials that so often put the final touches on someone’s ultimate decision to make the commitment.
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So, check out six of the best Navy recruiting commercials based on how freaking motivating they are.
6. “Live the adventure”
This throwback commercial focuses on young Sailors seeing the world, reaching new heights. We wonder what commercials Maverick from Top Gun watched…
(Darian Glover | YouTube)
5. “100% on watch”
Not only does this commercial feature voiceover from seasoned actor Keith David, this ad also showcases how the U.S. Navy never stops moving — ever.
(America’s Navy | YouTube)
4. “From the sea to beyond the stars”
This advertisement follows sailors as they’re deployed from submarines to patrol under the sea and from aircraft carrier to literally the edge of the world.
(America’s Navy | YouTube)
3. “Game”
In this ad, a motivated female sailor tells us why joining the U.S. Navy is unlike anything we’ve ever done before. Paired with stunning imagery, this commercial displays the realistic intensity of life in the Navy.
(America’s Navy | YouTube)
2. “Footprints”
This advertisement is probably the most famous endorsement within the special ops community. It got at least a few of us to join.
(baddersanta18 | YouTube)
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1. “Around the world. Around the clock.”
The ad plays off of the idea of putting pins on a map to show where you’ve been in the world. The Navy, clearly, has been around.
It’s a badass and motivating commercial.
(SC2 VOD | YouTube)