The Foley Low is surprisingly comfortable for everyday wear. The upper is lightweight and breathable, making them great for warmer weather, while the sole provides decent cushioning for short walks or casual outings. With its clean, casual design, it pairs effortlessly with everyday outfits, and I’ve frequently paired it with my 5.11 Stryke pants when…
If you’re searching for a reliable, high-performance cold-weather jacket, the Snugpak Tomahawk Insulated Jacket may be just what you need. Designed with precision and crafted from premium materials, this jacket offers the perfect balance of warmth, comfort, and functionality, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, survivalists, or anyone facing harsh winter conditions. This jacket arrived…
Memorial Plaque dedicated to Tibetan Freedom Fighters at Camp Hale. Central Intelligence Agency photo. In the late 1950s, Tibet was under increasing pressure from the Chinese government, which sought to consolidate its control over the region. The Tibetan people, known for their rich cultural heritage and spiritual traditions, faced severe repression. In response, a resistance…
“A Combatant or not a Combatant that is the Question” Emory International Law Review Volume 39, Issue 1 Soldier Systems Digest subscribers saw this in Volume 5, Issue 1 sent out this past Monday. Emory International Law Review’s “A Combatant or not a Combatant that is the Question: Arguing the Case of Combatant Status for…
The Lowe Alpine Systems Vector 1 Pack Chuck Taylor wrote a lot of great stories for gin magazines in the 70s and 80s. One of my favorites was published in SWAT magazine in 1984 regarding the Lowe Alpine Systems Vector 1 pack which combined a large main pack with an internal frame and a combination…
FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. — Sixteen U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers with the 166th Regiment – Regional Training Institute recently completed a Combat Lifesaver, or CLS course, instructed by the RTI’s Medical Battalion Training Site, Dec. 16-20, 2024. The CLS course is a 40-hour program and covers a wide variety of topics pertaining to medical…