Benchmade® Claymore OTF Knife
When it comes to precision, reliability, and craftsmanship in the world of out-the-front (OTF) knives, Benchmade stands out as a true leader. Renowned for their innovative designs and commitment to…
The World Is Not Ours to Mend
The World Is Not Ours to Mend by Donavon L Riley The culture war stirs up such fever among Christians because it is no war at all. What we call…
Who’s to Judge?
Who’s to Judge? by Donavon L Riley The Bible tells us that Jesus did not come into the world to judge but to save (John 3:17), yet it also names…
Defendu: From the Streets of Shanghai to the Battlefields of WWII
Defendu, also known as the Fairbairn Fighting System or Gutter Fighting, is a contemporary martial art created by William E. Fairbairn and Eric A. Sykes prior to World War II.…
How to Make a Saint
How to Make a Saint by Donavon L Riley Only God can carve a saint from the rough timber of human life. It is His work alone, done in the…
How James Bond Helped Win the Cold War
The Sirkeci Terminal in Istanbul was used as a filming location for the James Bond film “From Russia with Love”. James Bond, the suave British secret agent created by Ian…
5.11 Kubaton Tactical Pen
I recently received the Kubaton Pen by 5.11 Tactical to review. As a writer, I’m picky about my pens, but as someone who travels OCONUS a lot, I like the…
The Manger Does Not Just Hold The Christ Child
The Manger Does Not Just Hold The Christ Child by Donavon L Riley The manger is no just a resting place for a tired and newborn child; it is a…
“Casablanca”: Winning Hearts and Minds in WWII
Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman in a romantic scene. Casablanca, released in 1942, is often hailed as one of the greatest films in American cinema. Beyond its romantic plot and…
Spies in the Crossroads: The OSS’s Strategic Role in Istanbul
Aerial view of the historical peninsula and modern skyline of Istanbul During World War II, the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) played a crucial role in gathering intelligence and conducting…