Vietnam’s Rock Apes: The War Story No One Can Explain
The Vietnam War placed American troops in one of the most unforgiving environments on Earth. The dense jungles, steep mountains, and constant threat of ambush created a setting where danger…
Spotter Up Product Review: Urbino Stock & Hardware by Mesa Tactical
I recently taught a shotgun breaching instructor course in Indiana and decided to use my old Remington 870 for the class. To upgrade it, I installed the Urbino Stock and…
Converging Threats: Strategic Responses to the Crime-Terror Nexus
The convergence of transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) and foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) represents a growing and complex threat to global and U.S. national security. Traditionally, TCOs have focused on profit-driven…
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How Many Tourniquets Should You Carry? A Data‑Driven Analysis
Uncontrolled extremity hemorrhage remains one of the most preventable causes of death in both military and civilian trauma. Tourniquets have become a cornerstone of modern prehospital care, yet the assumption…
Why Weight Matters: The New Era of RTS Tactical Lightweight Gear
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Big Bird’s Lost Treasure: The Secret Space Capsule Hunt of the Cold War
During the Cold War, satellites became silent sentinels orbiting high above Earth, tasked with watching adversaries from the heavens. Long before digital imaging and instant data transmission, reconnaissance relied on…
Gray Propaganda: The Shadowy Weapon of Covert Influence
Propaganda has long been recognized as one of the most powerful tools in the arsenal of governments, political movements, and organizations seeking to shape public opinion. It operates across a…
SIG SAUER Title Sponsor for 2026 Tactical Games
NEWINGTON, N.H., (December 15, 2025) – SIG SAUER is proud to be the title sponsor of the 2026 Tactical Games, a premier competition series combining functional fitness and marksmanship. SIG…
Force-on-Force Training vs Practical Shooting: Why Congruency Matters
Force-on-Force Training vs Practical Shooting: Why Congruency Matters Force-on-force training vs practical shooting exposes the gap between narrative-based instruction and pressure-tested skill. Many instructors use combat deployments or tactical language…
Immediate Casualty Care IWB 2.0: A Practical Approach to Everyday IFAK Carry
Immediate Casualty Care (ICC) was founded by Jon Grabo, a full-time firefighter and paramedic, with a mission to provide both training and low-profile medical gear tailored for private security professionals,…