Magpul – Behind the LPVO with Green Ops
We caught up with the peerless instructors at Green Ops to learn the interesting origin story and unique tactical advantages of running a Low Power Variable Optic. Full story at:…
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Terrorism Safety Tips – Before, During, & After
Terrorism is a concerning threat in today’s world, and it’s essential to be prepared and vigilant. Here are some safety tips to consider before, during, and after a potential terrorist…
The Green Beret: A short history of its origin for the US Military
Green Berets in Dak Pek, Vietnam. 82nd Airborne, 5th Special Forces / Green Beanie. Where did it all begin with berets? Worldwide, berets are worn as part of the uniform…
Hardtack: American Civil War Crackers
Hardtack was made to last — not to taste good. Here’s a re-created ration at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Matt Rourke/AP We grab our plates and cups, and wait…
The GIGN The Groupe d’Intervention de la Gendarmerie Nationale
Training of Gendarmerie nationale and GIGN diving commandos on the frozen Lac Saint-Point, January 1985. (Photo Credit: Patrick AVENTURIER / Gamma-Rapho / Getty Images) The French Gendarmerie Intervention Group, commonly…
Book Review: The Forever War by Joe Haldeman
The Forever War (TFW) story takes place light-years in the future and essentially draws on the author Joe Haldeman’s military experience during the Vietnam War. Haldeman wrote about his culture…
Starship Troopers Movie Trivia
Starship Troopers, directed by Paul Verhoeven and released in 1997, is a visually stunning and action-packed science fiction film based on the 1959 novel of the same name by Robert…
What are The Marquess of Queensberry Rules?
The first time that I ever heard of the code The Marquess of Queensberry Rules was during a viewing of the John Wayne movie called A Quiet Man. The Marquess…
Wearing Down the Enemy with the Fabian Strategy
Fabian strategy draws its name from the Roman Dictator Quintus Fabius Maximus. Tasked with defeating the Carthaginian general Hannibal in 217 BC, following crushing defeats at the Battles of Trebia…
The Man Who Would Be King movie still holds up 50 years later
The Man Who Would Be King is still in my list of favorite movies to watch. I still recall seeing it with my father when it came out in 1975.…