Every generation has moments seared into their memories. For me, there are three: the Challenger explosion, the fall of the Berlin wall, and 11 September, 2001. The first two are just fuzzy recollections, but I still remember 9/11 well.On 11 September 2001, I was working for a company that rented trade show exhibit equipment, and … Continue reading Remembering 9/11
Category: Military
Were the Hessians mercenaries?
I didn't gain a real appreciation of the dynamics of the American Revolution until many years after my compulsory service in the American variant of the Prussian Education System. I've had a few epiphanies in my quest for independent thought over the years that might deviate from traditional, conservative American views.One is an appreciation for … Continue reading Were the Hessians mercenaries?
A victory for restoring/keeping military tradition
An interesting follow-up post on the Canadian move last year to restore the "Royal" designations to its military branches:Turning the military clock back to its proper time: Now that a full year has passed since the federal government boldly returned the main branches of the armed forces to their pre-1968 designations – the Royal Canadian … Continue reading A victory for restoring/keeping military tradition
Who opposed the War of 1812?
I sadly must admit that my knowledge of many of the wars the United States have engaged in is limited, but I am proud to share this article from the Oxford University Press on the War of 1812:Who opposed the War of 1812?: By Troy BickhamAs North America begins to mark the bicentennial of the War of … Continue reading Who opposed the War of 1812?
Shipping firms use floating armouries to deter pirates
I'll preface this by stating that I am not a maritime (or any other form of) law expert, nor do I play one on TV, but the topic of a private entity's, whether human or corporate, right to defend itself on land or sea interests me.Shipping firms use floating armouries to deter pirates:Private security firms are … Continue reading Shipping firms use floating armouries to deter pirates
Jeremy B. Blevins 