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The Maxim Machine Gun: Killing for Maximum Effect

The wars of the twentieth century were in many ways defined by the weapons that were used to fight them, and World War One, groundbreaking in so many aspects, was…

A Doctor’s War; Southern Brigadier Generals in the Revolutionary War; The Cavalry of the Army of the Ohio

Being there . . . first, to appreciate, then acknowledge, followed by the ultimate show of highrespect purchasing three of the latest McFarland Publishing Company books patiently awaitingyour arrival. for…

Manhattan (2014)

[junkie-toggle title=”Season 1″ state=”closed”] Episode 1: You Always Hurt the One You Love Episode 2: The Prisoner’s Dilemma Episode 3: The Hive Episode 4: Last Reasoning of Kings Episode 5:…

B-17 Gunner; The Early Air War in the Pacific

Being there . . . . for the beginning of one of the most complex wars in not only Americanhistory but world history as well – – the Pacific War.…

Authentic Sherman Tank from 1943 for sale on ebaY!

There’s an authentic Sherman tank M4A1 for sale on ebaY and if your pockets are deeper than the current bid of $195,000 (although reserve still has not been met), it…

The Archaeology of the Royal Flying Corps: Trench Art, Souvenirs, and Lucky Mascots by Melanie Winterton

     The Archaeology of the Royal Flying Corps, part of the Modern Conflict Archaeology series edited by Nicholas J. Saunders, is an absorbing discussion of the material culture of WW1…

Wartime Wrecks Around Malta And Gozo

If you’re not drawn to Malta for the perfect climate, megalithic temples and fine cuisine, it has to be for the wartime wrecks. Known as the Land of Knights, there’s…

The Yarborough Knife: A Symbol of Special Forces Brotherhood

Article by Moon Mullins For graduates of the grueling U.S. Army Special Forces Qualification Course (SFQC), earning the coveted Green Beret marks a significant achievement. However, their journey doesn’t end…

Guerilla Submarines

Review by Martin Koenigsberg When I first saw this book in a Thrift Store/Charity Shop, I was looking for material on the Mediterranean, but I ended up being very glad…

THE POLYMER KAHR 9

THE POLYMER KAHR 9 BY: NICK JACOBELLIS Throughout my law enforcement career, the most compact firearms for on and off duty use, as well as for undercover applications, were short…