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#Inspoculture: Your Path to Terminal Failure

I almost failed sniper school. En route to the course’s final evaluated test, known as a "stalk lane", I sat in the back of a pickup truck surrounded by friends, but feeling entirely alone. For th...

From Bangui, With Love

Far from the only African country subject to this kind of interest from the East, CAR is a prime example of the campaign from the Kremlin. Thierry Vircoulon, a CAR specialist at the French Ins...

On Time and Sober: Why You're Failing Your Military Transition

Thinking of leaving the military? Already took the exit door and wondering if you had fully thought out your decision? I’m not gonna lie to you and tell you it’s an easy process, but most service...

The Lord's Caliber: The Tallest Tale Of The Trade

So you got it in mind to buy a long-range rifle.  You’ve done all the research on parts and manufacturers, took the time to look up the new hotness on glass, even went and got the budget committe...

Failing Forward, And Other Positive Consequences Of Not Quite Winning

“There are two kinds of Marines in Recon,” a friend said, “Swim Team members and Barfighters. You my friend, are a Barfighter.” I looked back quizzically. He continued. “Swim Team guys are tan, th...