It is interesting as I travel through my everyday life and talk to acquaintances or meet with vendors as part of my job the things people say. These folks do not know my political leanings nor my concern for troubled times ahead. These are just regular people that they themselves voice concern about the future. More… Continue reading A second Civil War or American Revolution?
Category: Current Events
From the Desk of John Rourke…..
No more “From the Front Lines….” I decided to go back to the old title of “From the Desk of…” Looking at some website statistics it looks like only a few people have visited the PROJECTS section since I announced its creation. I’m going to maintain it however I’m going to publish those completed… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke…..
Madame President Clinton’s Coming War on the Blogosphere, and Your Countermeasures
Rourke: The following is reprinted with permission via SurvivalBlog.com. The original post can be seen HERE. Now that Hillary (“Hitlery”) Rodham Clinton (HRC) has received the Democratic Party nomination for president, there is a strong likelihood that she will win the election in November and then be enthroned as president in January of 2017.… Continue reading Madame President Clinton’s Coming War on the Blogosphere, and Your Countermeasures
Scenario: The Future of Gun Control
by John Gault This may break some hearts but as preppers we are obligated to look honestly at future challenges and attempt as best we can to prepare for them. Per the rules of this site I will keep politics to a minimum. I hate rules but like everyone else I try to follow them.… Continue reading Scenario: The Future of Gun Control
Pray for law enforcement and our country
Another day goes by and more police are targeted. Whether they are targeted due to the color of their skin or the jobs they do – the results are the same. My wife in response to headlines broadcasted on TV proclaimed….“There are some sick people in this world.” I corrected her…“Honey – it’s evil. Pure… Continue reading Pray for law enforcement and our country
Video: Time to take a stand against evil is NOW…Or is it too late already.
Video below is the latest from SouthernPrepper1. David voices concern over the radical Muslim expansion and presence in the world – and America. I agree with David. I believe Islam is a more dangerous factor today than the mainstream media will report and the sheeple believe. Just yesterday I had a conversation with a co-worker about… Continue reading Video: Time to take a stand against evil is NOW…Or is it too late already.
Video: The Torch of Freedom is Almost Out
Chaos is being reported in areas across the United States by the news media. In just the past few weeks governmental corruption, terrorism, and attacks on police have filled the headlines. Perspective is everything. Is this the beginning of a long, dark time in our country’s history or a bump in the road? With the investigation… Continue reading Video: The Torch of Freedom is Almost Out
Active Shooters: When Violence Is The Answer
NOTE: The following article was originally published over at DoomandBloom.net. As a physician, my focus is how to heal wounds rather than how to cause wounds. A terrorist, however, has quite different goals. Normally, they have a short window of opportunity, and their focus is to cause as many casualties as possible during their… Continue reading Active Shooters: When Violence Is The Answer
Cheaper Than Dirt boycott continues
Remember when Cheaper Than Dirt jacked up prices on ammunition and magazines right after Sandy Hook? I do – and have avoided them like the plague ever since. Of course they had every right to charge whatever they wished and I – and countless thousands – have every right to tell them “Keep it!!”… Continue reading Cheaper Than Dirt boycott continues
Independence Day
July 4th, 2016. Many will be celebrating with friends and family the greatest country in the world and using words like freedom, liberty, and patriotism. New American flags will be flown and red, white and blue t-shirts worn. While others will be looking at this Independence Day a little different than years past. For many this Independence… Continue reading Independence Day
Q & A Day…..Going Gray, Encryption, and Ultimate Survival Food
Alright folks – another installment of “Q & A Day”. Basically, ask me a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, or “Is it wrong for a vegetarian to eat animal crackers?” – whatever. Go ahead – “make my day.” JR … Continue reading Q & A Day…..Going Gray, Encryption, and Ultimate Survival Food
The Two Party Political System
I was listening to a local radio talk show host and the subject of the 21016 Presidential election came up. He took a call and was asked the question who he was going to vote for and he answered “Probably Gary Johnson.” I scoffed at the idea. Then I started thinking about why I discounted… Continue reading The Two Party Political System
Q & A Day…..Beans, Bullets, and Life Philosophy
Alright folks – another installment of “Q & A Day”. Basically, ask me a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, or “What happens when you get scared half to death twice?” – whatever. Go ahead – “make my day.” JR … Continue reading Q & A Day…..Beans, Bullets, and Life Philosophy
VIDEO: Will any politician take a very public stand?
SouthernPrepper1 voices his opinion on 9th District Court concealed carry decision, Hillary Clinton, Patriots being targeted by the government and politicians taking a stand. David suggests NOT flying the American flag until the Constitution is restored. Not sure I agree with that though I understand where he is coming from. Flying a different flag… Continue reading VIDEO: Will any politician take a very public stand?
Gun sales on the way up
With the anti-gun rhetoric from the Left being spewed since Orlando guns and ammo sales are climbing. Obama just called for the establishment of a new assault weapons ban. I spent some time checking a few online dealers and found a few of their more popular selections sold out. There was still plenty of ammunition… Continue reading Gun sales on the way up
Orlando mass shooting
Terrible event that happened in Orlando. If you need the details see this news story here. Several of us have been talking and like other similar events the Liberal Left is coming out aiming directly at guns rather than placing blame where it belongs – radical Islam and the Muslim shooter. There is little doubt… Continue reading Orlando mass shooting
Why 1776PatriotUSA?
Confused by the title? That’s OK. Couldn’t figure out what to call this post so I guess I am a bit too. Why did I call this website 1776PatriotUSA.com? Previous endeavor was solely preparedness-based. Plain and simple. With the direction this country is taking I meant to make this a place of relevant information for… Continue reading Why 1776PatriotUSA?
From the Front Lines…….
Here is another installment of “From the Front Lines”. Basically a collection of random thoughts related to preparedness, current events, and whatever else that’s on my mind. I just received two 348 Nichia 240 Lumen penlights. These came from GearBest.com and were purchased on sale for only $6.99 each(no gift box). I’m going to write up a… Continue reading From the Front Lines…….
Take Action: Guns. Magazines, Ammunition versus Gun Control
This is the first of a new ongoing series – Take Action – which will emphasize a very specific action to take based on my recommendations. The recommendation may be due to current events, predictable future events, or just importance for preparation. Recommended Action: Secure supplies of firearms, ammunition, and magazines as soon as possible.… Continue reading Take Action: Guns. Magazines, Ammunition versus Gun Control
Q & A Day…..politics, ammo, flashlights, Chuck Norris movies
Alright folks – another installment of “Q & A Day”. Basically, ask me a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, why’d the chicken cross the road – whatever. Go ahead – “make my day.” JR
From the Front Lines: Supplies, Illegals, Movies, SPAM?
Here is another installment of “From the Front Lines”. Basically a collection of random thoughts related to preparedness, current events, and whatever else that’s on my mind. Organization: I need to seriously organize my preps. Far too many times I have needed something and couldn’t find it in a reasonable amount of time. Unacceptable. Last night worked… Continue reading From the Front Lines: Supplies, Illegals, Movies, SPAM?
What is going on?
This past week has been very stressful and frustrating. This happens to me every so often when I try to comprehend the state of this country and the actions of some people. I fully realize that it is an effort in futility but nevertheless try to I do. To get back my sanity I have… Continue reading What is going on?
Q & A Day…..world news, EMP, N Korea, gardening
Alright folks – a new regular feature will be “Q & A Day”. Basically, ask me a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, favorite Charlie’s Angel – whatever. Go ahead – “make my day.” JR
The Patriot Podcast episode #6 is live!
A few people have inquired for updates on the podcast I co-host with Prepper Ralph. It has been slow going and a few technical difficulties have limited how much I wanted to promote it. For the most part issues have been fixed. Visit ThePatriotPodcast.com to listen to episodes. We cover topics suggest as the state… Continue reading The Patriot Podcast episode #6 is live!
Q & A Day…..knives, backpacks, hammocks, fire
Alright folks – a new regular feature will be “Q & A Day”. Basically, ask me a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, boxers or briefs – whatever. Go ahead – “make my day.” JR
Where Have all of the Heroes Gone?
When I was a kid, everyone looked up to President Eisenhower with respect for his wartime service. He was a genuine hero. Along with him were a veritable host of other general officers, some alive, some dead who were also genuine heroes. I read all about the doings of Gen. Frank Everest (one of… Continue reading Where Have all of the Heroes Gone?
Q & A Day…..life, guns, food storage, podcasting
Alright folks – a new regular feature will be “Q & A Day”. Basically, ask me a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, underwater basket weaving – whatever. Go ahead – “make my day.” JR
Ignorance is Truly Bliss
I am writing this sitting in a quaint coffee shop in the town which I live. The young and the old are flocking in…lining up to buy these tiny creations of cake, chocolate, fruit fillings and numerous things I cannot pronounce. The guy behind the counter is metro-sexual to the highest level and I… Continue reading Ignorance is Truly Bliss
VIDEO: Surviving the Active Shooter
JR: The following post can be seen HERE in its original format over at DoomandBloom.net. What would you do if you were unarmed and at the scene of an ongoing active shooter/terrorist event? Joe Alton’s latest video examines your options in this situation and the strategies that give you the best chance of getting… Continue reading VIDEO: Surviving the Active Shooter
Panhandle Rancher on Finicum shooting
The following is a letter sent to me from Panhandle Rancher and is being published with his permission. I inquired with him about a video regarding the Finicum traffic stop and subsequent shooting. Some minor editing has been done for security reasons. – – – – – – – – – – – – –… Continue reading Panhandle Rancher on Finicum shooting