<img src="” class=”lazy lazy-hidden” data-lazy-type=”iframe” alt> 31 years served in the Unites States Army 26 of which were Special Operations Command/JSOC operator. Joined the Army in 1981 as an Armor Crewman and took a temporary break in 1986 and stayed affiliated with 19th Special Forces Group. Re-Joined 1991 went straight into Infantry, 1st/75th Ranger Battalion and on…
A U.S. Marine holding an M16A1 provides security as two Sikorsky CH-53 helicopters land at the Defense Attaché Office compound during Operation Frequent Wind.. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Dick Halstead. April 30, 2025, marks 50 years since the Fall of Saigon—the dramatic and decisive moment that ended years of conflict in Vietnam and reshaped the nation’s…
Camarón Battle (Mexico), 30 April 1863 – La Bataille de Camerone (Mexique). Oil on canvas. J. A. Beaucé / Mexico, 1865. The French Foreign Legion, or Légion étrangère, was established in 1831 during the reign of King Louis-Philippe. It was conceived as a military unit specifically for foreigners who wished to serve in the French…
I spend a lot of time outdoors, so I am always looking for good eyewear. I know what fits my face, which is generally the Asian fit. It’s a smaller frame that fits with the shape of my face. Wiley X send me the JAKL to review. These are Matte Black, with a Tan Frame…
Jordan served 10 years in the USMC as Infantryman and Scout Sniper. He deployed to Ramadi & Karmah, Iraq in 2007 with 2nd Battalion 5th Marines and Sangin, Afg. in 2010 with 3rd Battalion 5th Marines. He witnessed some of the worst fighting a single battalion had seen since Vietnam. After getting out in 2011,…
By Paul Conway Founder Paul J. Conway’s firefighting heritage runs deep through 3 generations. His father, the late Charles B. Conway, served 34 years with the New Berlin, WI Fire Department (21 of them as Fire Chief). Following his father’s footsteps, Paul extended the family legacy from New Berlin to the Milwaukee, WI Fire Department,…
Paul Baxendale “The Greatest Challenge: Navigating Relationships After Military Service-From Warrior to Civilian” Welcome to a profound conversation with Paul Baxendale, a sequel guest with a rich background in bodybuilding, personal training, and academia. Paul is an expert in bodybuilding- a former training partner of 6 x Mr Olympia Dorian Yates, Personal training, and an…
By Michael Kurcina Mike credits his early military training as the one thing that kept him disciplined through the many years. He currently provides his expertise as an adviser for an agency within the DoD. Michael Kurcina subscribes to the Spotter Up way of life. “I will either find a way or I will make…
Aztec warriors. Six differing levels of military achievement are depicted in Codex Mendoza, Unknown author c 1542– Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies.,. The Aztec Empire, one of the most powerful civilizations of Mesoamerica, was built on a foundation of military dominance, strategic alliances, and sophisticated governance. While their military strength was undeniable, their ability…
Members of Charlie Company, 5th Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne); Bravo Company, 92d Civil Affairs Battalion (Airborne); Bravo Company, 6th Psychological Operations Battalion (Airborne); 193rd Special Operations Medical Group; 4th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company; 4th Civil Affairs Group; and the 4th Marine Corps Advisor Company Alpha, participated with allies and partners from multiple…