Military aircraft design of the Cold War era could be described as akin to physics, or, more specifically, to Newton’s Third Law of motion, which states, “For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” From lessons learned in the Vietnam War, the United States Air Force determi...
Fort Belvoir, Va  –   The United States Army is currently executing the most significant overhaul of its acquisition enterprise in decades, designed specifically to increase modernization, reduce bureaucracy, and get critical warfighting capabilities into the hands of Americ...
The AK family of weapons is notorious, but the platform’s infamous partner is the 7.62×39 cartridge. Like Bonnie and Clyde, the AK’s reputation is inseparable from its chambering. That the cartridge is historically simple, robust, and effective is the key variable that makes the...
Long guns, medical gear, and comms — how you secure it, access it, and maintain it determines whether your vehicle is an asset or a liability when the call comes.
Severe weather can occur at any time of year. Tornadoes, blizzards, and more can cause serious problems and jeopardize safety. Sometimes it seems like bad weather pops up out of nowhere, with little to no warning. Where can you turn for reliable weather information? Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA...
The M28 and M29 Davy Crockett Weapon System emerged during one of the most volatile phases of the Cold War, a period when the United States and the Soviet Union were locked in a global contest of ideology, influence, and military capability. In the early 1950s, as tensions escalated in Europe, th...
There is a certain clarity that comes with getting deep into the backcountry. Cell service fades, outside noise disappears, and your focus narrows to terrain, weather, time, and decision-making. That is a big part of why many of us seek it out in the first place. That clarity also comes with resp...
When it comes to emergency communications, it’s a good idea to have a plan for how you’ll be able to reach family. Part of the equation has to take into account the potential necessity for conserving power. For example, you might not have an easy way to charge your cell phone. That being the ...
Everyone in my generation knows which watch went to the moon first. This article gives you the details of which knife will go to the Moon, so you can tell your grandchildren. In fact, I have the same model in my car for emergencies, so I feel a lot safer now. Benchmade Knife Company is...
Editor’s Note: This article is strictly the opinion of the author and is for informational purposes only. Avoid potential threats and danger whenever possible. Please seek qualified training. In my article about how to survive a home invasion robbery, I wrote about moving to safe areas of your ...