The Battle of Dien Bien Phu
The Battle of Dien Bien Phu commenced in mid-March and concluded in early May of 1954. Ultimately, out of the 16,000 French troops who found themselves besieged at Dien Bien…
Vietnamese Beer during the Vietnam War
1964. Beautiful picture of my father in Vietnam. 25 years old in a road side shack on the road to Pleiku. Traveling from Quy Nhon Vietnam. Dangerous road for an…
Tactical Dress Shoe Johnston & Murphy Upton Plain Toe Derby
Here is another great shoe to add to your collection. Edge dress the outsole with black dressing and you’ll be good to go. Johnston & Murphy Men’s Upton Plain Toe…
Napalm in the Vietnam War
My father told me that he once raced the family car, with my siblings and me to the beach at Vung Tau while the American military laid down some napalm…
Vietnamese Food During the Vietnam War
Vietnamese cuisine encompasses the rich culinary traditions of Vietnam, offering a delightful fusion of flavors and tastes. Each meal is a harmonious blend of five fundamental tastes known as “ngũ…
Book Japanese Submarines in World War Two Hirohito’s Silent Hunters in Action
Overview The Imperial Japanese Navy developed the submarine faster than any other country in the world. But because of rivalries between the two military hierarchies, the Army and the Navy,…
Fire in the Lake by Frances Fitzgerald book review
Originally published in 1972. It won won the Pulitzer Prize, the Bancroft Prize, and the National Book Award. I first read this book in my early twenties, and I continue…
Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant movie review
Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant (or simply The Covenant) is a 2023 American action thriller film co-written, produced and directed by Guy Ritchie. The film stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Dar Salim.…
Drugs Scam in Thailand and What to Do?
Using illicit drugs in Thailand is an extremely ill-advised choice. Yet, every year, numerous individuals fall into a deceptive sense of security in places like Koh Phangan and make the…
Travel to India with some caution
The significant wealth and class disparities in this country might provide some insights into the prevalence of scams and theft. However, according to John Gobbels, the Vice President and Chief…