Shots in the Dark – Why So Many Western Covert Operations Have Failed Since WW2 A Great read both from a historical point of view and practical, Civilian Operator POV on the RELEVANCE of Guerilla Warfare in the 21st Century. You have to Understand the Lessons of History in order not to repeat the…
Category: Tactics
How to Ram Through a Vehicular Roadblock
How to Ram Through a Vehicular Roadblock Great Information on a scenario many of us may face in the near future the way things are going with all of these street protest by groups such as ANTIFA and BLM. It reinforces something I am always telling folks about self-defense while driving: Forget that pea…
Small Unit Tactics Review
Reference Manuals: SH21-75 The Ranger Handbook, 1992 Edition or 2006 ed. FM 7-8 The Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad, 1992 ed. USMC Scouting and Patrolling Training Recommendation: NC Scout’s (Brushbeater) Scouting, RECCE and Fighting Carbine Courses are Top Notch and the Best Around. Brushbeater Training Course Calendar Time is Short. Prepare…
Armed Citizen Corner: Understanding Vehicles Are Weapons!
The incident in the video below is one of the most cowardly attacks on Law Enforcement I have seen in recent years. But sadly, this attack shows two things. First, There is a REAL WAR WITH REAL CASUALTIES raging right now an America’s Streets between certain members of society and Law Enforcement. These “people” feel…
Civilian Operator 101: Natty Ways To Improve Night Vision
Natural Ways to Improve Night Vision (Night Blindness) (click on above link to be re-directed to source page) As Civilian Operators we need to constantly be training to own the night. Low-to-No Light weapons training is essential to a realistic readiness plan since cockroaches and turds like to float around when it’s dark. Stay Alert,…
Civilian Operator 101: How to Deal With ‘Nosy Shoppers’
Your Tactical Training Scenario…Nosy Shopper (click on link above to be re-directed to source page) A very common scenario I am sure many of you have faced at one time or another. One thing I always strive to do is use my entire body to block the screen, and if a person wants to physically…
Prepping 101: Bugging Out on Foot
Tactical Walking Tips For Bugging Out On Foot (click on above link to be re-directed) Some tactical security considerations for Bugging out on foot. The only thing I would re-emphasize is regardless if you are alone or travelling in a group, always maintain 360 Degree Security when walking. This means constantly scanning behind you. Stay…
Examining Guerilla Warfare Tactics: Three Man Urban Hunter Teams
Small Unit Tactics: Three-Man Urban Hunter Teams (click on above title link to be re-directed to source page) Excellent primer with some historical background on some variations on what can be accomplished with a dedicated small team of guerilla fighters. Stay Alert, Stay Armed and Stay Dangerous!
Civilian Operator 101: Attitude is the Only Difference Between an ‘Ordeal’ and an Adventure!
“Every day is ‘ordinary,’ until it isn’t!” – Bernard Cornwell From a friend in NY: “While driving last evening, I saw a massive pillar of smoke erupting from neighboring Lockport. A large fire had broken-out at a tire-recycling plant. It was massive and resulted in emergency evacuations of hundreds of surrounding homes for several blocks…
Modern Warfare: Getting Schooled on Deterrence – What is it Exactly?
I could really care less about Politics, Politicians or the Lies they tell. I am posting this article so you guys can get a textbook definition of “Military Deterrence” and understand what it really is so you can THINK for yourselves regarding Foreign Affairs and not have some Talking Head D.C. Zombie mislead you.-SF In…