How men became Samurai
Samurai: member of the Japanese warrior caste. The term samurai was originally used to denote the aristocratic warriors (bushi), but it came to apply to all the members of the…
Woodland Tour with Off Grid Cabin
An early Springtime Walk through talk through tour of Hidden Valley Bushcraft (Camp 1) covering elements of small woodland management and conservation techniques , finishing up at out off grid…
How to Identify a Well-Made Shemagh
The Shemagh, a traditional Middle Eastern headdress, has gained popularity around the world for its versatility, style, and functionality. Whether you’re using it for protection against the sun, dust, or…
Union Army Sergeant Major Christian Fleetwood Medal of Honor
Born into slavery and later freed, Christian Fleetwood made history as the first African American recipient of the Medal of Honor. During the Battle of Chaffin’s Farm in 1864, Fleetwood…
International Travel Safety: Tips for Staying Safe and Secure While Abroad
The summer travel season is here. With the end of the pandemic, people are once again considering international travel. International travel can be a rewarding and enriching experience, but it…
The Lafayette Escadrille: The American Volunteers Who Flew For France in World War One
As the world plunged into the cataclysmic events of World War I and World War II, nations mobilized their armies, drafted their citizens, and engaged in brutal conflicts. Amidst the…
The Legendary Creation of the GI Joe Toy
Stanley Weston, a licensing agent and entrepreneur, conceived the idea of creating a military-themed action figure. Inspired by the popularity of the 12-inch tall Barbie doll, Weston saw an untapped…
One Green Beret’s take on the Bug Out Bag
What is a BoB? The accepted answer is a 72 survival backpack with everything you need in it. Have you asked yourself why 72 hours? Seems kind of arbitrary if…
Military Strategy A General Theory of Power Control By J. C. Wylie
Overview In Military Strategy Rear Admiral J.C. Wylie invented the intellectual framework and terminology with which to understand strategy as a means of control. He synthesized the four existing specific…
Miami Vice – A Timeless Blend of Style and Substance
The television series called Miami Vice took the world by storm in the 1980s, for many reasons. Today, it continues to captivate audiences with its unique blend of stylish visuals,…