Patriotism
The American Rustics
As I believe I have mentioned before, I am working on a book on various men of history titled something along the lines of “# Men of History: And the Character Every Man Should Cultivate.” The # will be the actual number of men in the book (originally it was going to be ...
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Feb 26, 2015
TRThursday: The Winchester – Theodore Roosevelt’s Rifle of Choice
“Personally, I have always preferred the Winchester. I now use a 45-90, with my old Buffalo gun, a 40-90 Sharps’ as spare rifle. Both, of course, have specifically tested barrels, and are stocked and sighted to suit myself.” – Theodore Roosevelt and his rifle of choice, from Hunting Trips of a Ranchman
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The U.S. Navy SEALs Physical Screening Test
The question then becomes, if you wanted to join the U.S. Navy SEALs today, would you be able to pass the minimum physical requirements? See how your results compare with those of actual SEALs who complete the physical screening test.
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Feb 2, 2015
Famous Quotes: The Wolf Rises in the Heart – Col. Theodore Roosevelt
At the age of 39, Roosevelt formed his famous cowboy cavalry known as Roosevelt’s Rough Riders. Here is one of many famous quotes by Col. Theodore Roosevelt, this time stating that the wolf rises in the heart.
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George Washington’s 1789 Thanksgiving Proclamation
George Washington was such a great man and I am honored to live in a nation that was founded by men such as he. I love to look back on our history and imagine a nation that would have heard these words and agreed, wholeheartedly. The uncommon amount of intellect and honor and heroic feats found ...
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Famous Quotes: A man with an obsession – C.S. Lewis
Black Friday is in 8 days, as of this posting (11/20/2014). Each year America waits for the inevitable gorging of products and trampling of their neighbors…the day after we give thanks for all of our blessings. It is really one of the most disgusting customs we support and is certainly unmanly to allow yourself ...
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Oct 22, 2014
Fireside Topic: What are the manly qualities that make a good president?
“All great change in America begins at the dinner table.” – President Ronald Reagan, 1911-2004
Election season is upon us, and while it isn’t a presidential year, it’s still a good idea to begin thinking about the qualities and characteristics for the next president. If you aren’t an American, this ...
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Famous Quotes: Honor is the Reward – Calvin Coolidge
I love this quote by Calvin Coolidge. So many people these days expect something for nothing: respect because of something their ancestors went through, honor because of the money they make or the position they are in, money because they have it harder than others. Coolidge had it right: “No person was ever ...
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Sep 25, 2014
Famous Quotes: It is time to Dare and Endure – Winston Churchill
As Prime Minister of Great Britain during for the entirety of WWII, Winston Churchill’s never give in, never surrender attitude and speeches inspired Britons and Americans alike. I found this famous quote of his about how it is the time to dare and endure while putting together the article on the Red Flag of Ease.
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The Red Flag of Ease
“This is no time for ease and comfort. It is time to dare and endure.” – Sir Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister, 1874-1965
If I could summarize the goal of my earlier years it would be thus: to live a life of ease. Oh, how I wanted to have it ...
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Jul 28, 2014
Walking a Mile in a Soldier’s Boots: A Brief History of the Trench Boots of WWI
Whenever I read about history books about WWI, I am always confronted with the brief realization that I know very little of the war itself. When I really began to get perspective, I can just start to imagine how it might feel walking a mile in a soldier's (trench) boots.
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U.S. Navy SEAL Code
I just started reading Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell, wanting to pay respect to the book and the men who gave their lives before I see the movie. I am just on the first chapter and already I am so impressed by the patriotism of these men and ...
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