History of the founding of the Junto Club aka the Leather Apron Club 

20 short, true stories of survival that warrant further attention.

Another excellent resource for hostage data and education.

You’ve  been told your mind is incompetent to understand, that certainty is impossible, that there are no absolutes, that life is meaningless. It’s not true.

A nurse and her child, both Americans, have been kidnapped amid crime and unrest in Haiti's capital. 

Know the variables when traveling. 

Never mind the complexity of the tasks involved in direct action, the backside planning and preparation of the training is absolutely critical.

"There's a helluva lot I ain't said yet, and there's a helluva lot I ain't gonna say yet..."

-Mitchell L. WerBell III

"When a Justice Department lawyer exposed the agency’s secret role in  drug cases, leadership in the intelligence community retaliated. "

A thorough resource to find statistics and sources on troubling, evil subjects such as human trafficking, child exploitation, and similar topics.

"SEAL Team Six carried out a "precision" hostage rescue mission and killed all but one of seven captors, according to officials" 

A great perspective with some fairly detailed and well researched information. This article nests well with our own SA courses.

A good article from the APA expanding on the importance and benefits of cohesive teamwork and the value of team building exercises.

I think 50% of this article is garbage leftist ideology. The other 50% is probably about correct. Too bad they always want to blame Capitalism.

You may have noticed by now that I like the works of Rudyard Kipling. 'Kim' like the others, is full of adventure and vivid imagery.

Give me your thoughts on this. My perspective from traveling the world is likely very different than that of a youth missionary. Sobering article.

 3 Terrifying Stories from Yosemite’s Search and Rescue. A search and rescue veteran recounts three high-stress missions on land and water.  

Yes, throughout the world, Christians are systematically persecuted. Anti-Christian western "intellectuals" won't acknowledge this fact. Why?

It's necessary to maintain consistency in all things. If persecution of "others" is wrong, then it's universally wrong.

Central planning has never and will never work. You cannot legislate human nature, and human nature is to create.

An amazing story of Dick Proenekke going off grid. This pre-dates all the "reality" tv of today. It is inspirational. Only on DVD as far as I know.

Good article detailing the rescue of Kurt Muse during the invasion of Panama. Acid Gambit was the first successful hostage rescue by Delta.

Compelling book report,  'Indigenous Continent: The Epic Contest for North America' from The New Yorker.

Prison reform is always looming in the background. Politicians care, only if it's politically expedient. The issue requires pragmatic solutions.

This is a brilliant resource for advancing your own critical thought process. They've made learning...convenient.

Several links from Backpacker.com on various navigation skills, equipment, and stories. Is LANDNAV critical? Ever been lost?

This is the foundation of Special Forces. The similarities of the original concept and the current organization are amazing.

There exists a philosophy of protecting individuals’ rights to life, liberty, property, and the pursuit of happiness. Embrace it.

One of the toughest courses I've ever observed. These firefighters are taking their skill and fortitude to an elite level.

Maj is a staunch advocate for inner-city minority rights and responsibility to bear arms. He also happens to be a Libertarian. 

Despite your political or religious position on LGBT issues, if you are pro 2A, pro liberty, pro freedom, then this is a non-issue.

Get information on current threats around the world.

Understand the environment, and the possible outcomes.

Resources for families and survivors of a hostage incident.

Are you ready, willing, and able to live in a failed grid system?

A light article from Australian company Accomplish Education.

Jessica Buchanan and Poul Thisted hostage indecent and rescue.

Cambridge University article on motives, resolution, and effects.

10 short accounts of extreme survival situations.

Must read story of Vietnam War POW COL James (Nick) Rowe.

Dept of State breakdown of Human Trafficking in the US.

Recent mountain rescue in the Pacific Northwest.

Cato Institute article on economic motives of gun control.

Recent story of unprovoked, random murder spree.

What is it? Why do I espouse this philosophy? Ask me. 

A quick read on the origins of the American resistance.

Good article from the Scandinavian Journal of Military Studies.

Read it. Compare and contrast with today's leftist ideology.

This is a debate piece for sure. What are your values? Are they fluid?

Chris Ryan's version of Bravo Two-Zero, the famous SAS patrol in Desert Storm. 

...knew Capitalism is the most productive and equitable system in the history of the world.

An excellent intellectual contrast and comparison of these two epic philosophies. 

One of many horrific stories of a young girl manipulated and abused at the hands of heartless savages.

Understand the mind, recognize the traits, help if possible. Protect your children through prevention.

Do you carry? Do you have carry insurance? Do you know the legal nuances of your state?

Learn more about the US Constitution and what the federal government's role was meant to be, what it is, and what it should be.

Read about this amazing feat of tenacity, leadership, and teamwork. Earnest Shackleton, Fortitudine Vincimus: by endurance, we conquer.

As you read, formulate your own list of lessons to be learned from this man's story. What would you have done different?

A good breakdown of the famous shootout that fueled the desire to arm police with "military style" weaponry.

What would your initial reaction be? Could you manage your emotions? Formulate a plan? Read and listen to her experience.

Are our rights, as written in the US Constitution truly inviolable? Did we need the Constitution to state what should have been universally true?

'The Man Who Would be King' is one of my very favorite books and movies. An entertaining adventure written by Rudyard Kipling.

Not only an epic climbing story. This is an emotional roller coaster. This crew actually survived a hostage situation in Kyrgyzstan. 

Though unsuccessful, this impacted future doctrine profoundly. Can more  be learned from failure than success? What do you think?

One of the most gruesome and public murders in recent history. I've heard people say, "why was she in the park that late?" What do you say?

Welcome to ownership of your safety and protection. The gun knows no bias. The gun community (despite appearances) welcomes all. 

A quick, intellectual look at why people are prone, or not, to helping strangers in need. Bits of brilliance hidden amongst superfluous words.