Briefing Room: Terror in America
If you’re one of those who say, “Get ready, terrorism is coming to America,” you may be behind…
Frontline Debriefs: The Minefield of Social Media Sharing
In the beginning, there was word of mouth, which gave way to clay tablets, which in turn progressed…
Good Guys Win: Second Amendment in Action
A man standing behind a convenience store in Riverview, Florida was startled by the approach of a bandana-wearing armed robber at high noon. The robber demanded money and, when the man told him he didn't have any, the robber forced him through a back entrance into the convenience store.
Good Guys Win: Second Amendment in Action
In the wee hours of a March Saturday morning, two people in Las Vegas, Nevada were surprised when an armed stranger forced his way into their apartment. One of the residents was armed and opened fire with his own handgun. In the exchange of shots that followed, one of the men in the apartment was wounded and the attacker was killed.
Training and Tactics: Colonel Cooper’s Timeless Lessons
My first mistake was utilizing a parking bay at the local post office. This is never a sensible…
Good Guys Win: Second Amendment in Action
It was past midnight in the parking lot of a Dallas, Texas Whataburger restaurant when a man enjoying a quick bite to eat in his car found himself confronted by a pair of armed robbers. But the crooks had made what turned out to be a fatal error in the victim selection process, as their intended prey turned out to be armed himself.
Training and Tactics: Living by the Sword
Like the Sword of Damocles, miscalculating the moves of a blade-wielding assailant can leave your life hanging by…
Enemy at the Gate: Fewer Guns To Fight Terrorism
In response to several recent high-profile attacks by Islamic terrorists in France, the French government has announced plans…
Good Guys Win: Second Amendment in Action
Used decisively and with determination, even a small pistol can make the difference between being a survivor or…
Against All Odds: Garmin Fenix 3 ABC/GPS Watch
For some time, I have either had to put up with a watch that ran slow, or use or make watch bands that separate the watch from my wrist. But with the invention of ABC watches (Altimeter, Barometer, Compass), I started taking a more serious look at digital watches. I didn’t like the watch function being digital any more than I ever had, but the other functionality definitely made up for it.