The concept of an evolution to a new type of warfare has been understood for decades, but the U.S. military, the Marine Corps included, has failed to adapt to the changing methods of waging war. The type of warfare that goes by the names irregular, counterinsurgency, low-intensity, and hybrid, among others, is not new…
Author: The Tactical Hermit
Armed Texan and Part-Time Bard.
Espionage Files: “Eyewash” and How the CIA deceives it’s Own Workforce about Ops
Senior CIA officials have for years intentionally deceived parts of the agency workforce by transmitting internal memos that contain false information about operations and sources overseas, according to current and former U.S. officials who said the practice is known by the term “eyewash.” Agency veterans described the tactic as an infrequent but important security measure,…
The Islamic Invasion: ISIS in West Africa Murders over 100
Boko Haram pledged allegiance to the Islamic State and changed its name to the Islamic State in West Africa last year. Attacks like these are a foreshadowing of what is coming to Europe. “Boko Haram kills 65 in Borno village attack,” by Kayode Idowu, Punch, January 31, 2016 (thanks to Goodness): No fewer than 65…
The Surveillance State: Privacy Outcry Sparked by Secret Surveillance
This is scary Big Brother stuff folks, and it is not something that COULD happen, it is happening right now to everyday citizens. This is the world in which we now live, no getting around it, no saying “It could never happen to me”…this is Reality, and if you don’t want to be a…
Dose of Truth: Muslim Population in UK to top 3 Million, Some Parts of London are 50% Muslim
I wrote off England a long time ago when they gave in to these muslim barbarians, letting mosque replace Christian churches in some neighborhoods. Now they are going to pay the price in full. Soon the muslims will have a majority in Parliament and Sharia Law will soon follow. The only thing I can say…
CCW Holder with Epic “Stache” Saves Texas Deputy
Scott Perkins responded as I hope all of us would when he saw a deputy down and fighting for his life. Not thinking about his own life, a local Marine veteran jumped into action and stopped a man from reaching a Bastrop deputy’s gun as the suspect pummeled the officer during a struggle earlier this month….
Cartel Corner #53: Video of Narco Gunmen Killing Businessman in Front of His Family
This video goes a long way in showing what REAL life is like in Sinaloa, Mexico. First, the Police are either Corrupt or Chicken Shit to stand up to the Cartels. Second, If you don’t pay the Cartels their extortion money, you die a horrible death in front of your Family. All of this courtesy…
Welcome to the Age of the Commando
A FEW months ago, my wife and I had dinner with a couple we didn’t know very well. It was awkward at first, but there was wine, and conversation soon followed. At one point, the wife asked about my tour in Iraq, where I served four years as a cavalry officer. I began talking about…
Remembering World War I: Designs for First National Memorial
Why it has took this long for a Memorial to be erected for those Americans who were killed in World War 1 is baffling to me. I take it as the Ultimate sign of Disrespect toward men who gave the ultimate Sacrifice. -SF World War I is one of the most pivotal events in U.S. history,…
Rape Prevention and Training: “Throwaway Victims”
I am a strong advocate for Rape Prevention and Training Women to Defend Themselves against Sexual Predators. If you or anybody you know needs help with either of these issues, please contact RAINN, The Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network at 1-800-656-4673 to find help in your area. If you live in Texas, HCS also offers…