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DEAL ALERT: Augason Farms Potato Shreds – 25 Year Storage for Less Than $9.00

JR May 11, 2025 No Comments
So – I took a look around and came across a few other Augason Farms food storage solutions with great prices: Hello all. In these crazy times, I’m going …
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Reminder: Our Homesteading Website TheMainePrepper.com Is On The Way

JR May 10, 2025 2 Comments
Just a quick reminder that June 24th will be the official launch of our new website focused on homesteading and sharing much of what we do on our little …
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Random Thoughts

Book Review: The Terminal List by Jack Carr

JR May 8, 2025 2 Comments
A high-action story of betrayal, revenge, and justice If you’re looking for a book that grabs you from the first page and doesn’t let go, The Terminal List by …
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Baked Bacon Mashed Potato Cakes Recipe

JR May 7, 2025 3 Comments
These baked bacon mashed potato cakes are a healthier, lower-fat alternative to the fried version, with a crispy exterior and creamy interior. Turkey bacon is included as an even …
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DARPA’s LifeLog Program and Its Similarities to Facebook

JR May 6, 2025 No Comments
Let’s dive into the fascinating and slightly spooky story of DARPA’s LifeLog program, a government project that aimed to track every detail of people’s lives, and how it connects …
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What a Real SHTF Situation COULD Look Like — City vs. Country

JR May 5, 2025 3 Comments
When people talk about “SHTF” (S*** Hits The Fan), they usually think of short-term emergencies—power outages, empty grocery store shelves, maybe some looting in the city. But the truth …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – May 4th, 2025

JR May 4, 2025 6 Comments
From the Desk of John Rourke is a regular dispatch from the heart of 1776PatriotUSA.com—where news, preparedness, personal insights, and a touch of humor all come together. Whether it’s …
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A Simple Guide to Growing Carrots

JR May 3, 2025 No Comments
Carrots are a yummy and easy vegetable to grow at home! They don’t need much space and taste super sweet when fresh. This guide will show you how to …
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Preparedness

Tactics for The Coming Struggle Part 4: The Operational Cache

JR May 2, 2025 No Comments
There are many that believe history will show we are in the early stages of a new civil war – or an The Coming Struggle. How exactly this war …
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Exciting Changes Are Coming to the Site!

JR April 30, 2025 No Comments
Over the next couple of months, we’ll be rolling out some important updates to improve your experience on the site. One of the biggest changes is a fresh new …
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Yes, You Can Garden on a Budget: How to Grow Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Zucchinis & Yellow Squash

JR April 25, 2025 2 Comments
Starting a vegetable garden doesn’t have to cost a lot or be complicated. With just a little space, a raised bed, and some heirloom seeds, you can grow healthy, …
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Stock Up Now: Household Items That Could Be Hard to Find Due to the China Tariff War

JR April 24, 2025 4 Comments
With the growing tariff war between the United States and China, we may start seeing shortages or higher prices on common household items. Many everyday products are made or …
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Preparedness

Looking for Long-Term Food Storage?

JR April 24, 2025 No Comments
If you’re looking to stock up on long-term food storage, My Patriot Supply is hands down the most economical, best-tasting, and best value out there. Whether you’re prepping for …
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Random Thoughts

The Maine Prepper: A New Chapter in Our Journey Towards Self-Sufficiency and Preparedness

JR April 23, 2025 8 Comments
Hello, friends! After over five years of sharing survival and preparedness insights on 1776PatriotUSA.com, we are thrilled to announce the beginning of an exciting new adventure. As many of …
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Current Events

We Are in a Constitutional Crisis

JR April 22, 2025 5 Comments
The situation we’re watching unfold is both serious and absurd. It’s like something out of a bad movie, yet it’s happening in real life—and it highlights just how unhinged …
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Current Events

The American Dream is Slipping Away

JR April 21, 2025 4 Comments
Back in 1988, the average American household made about $27,000 a year. The average home cost around $91,600. A car payment was about $225 a month, and rent for …
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Site Update

Member-Only Content In The Process of Being Moved For Access By All

JR April 21, 2025 2 Comments
I’m currently in the process of moving all member-only content into the public section so that everyone can access it freely. No sign-ups, no logins—just open access to the …
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The True Meaning of Easter: He Is Risen

JR April 20, 2025 3 Comments
Easter is one of the most important days for Christians all over the world. It’s a day full of joy and hope, because it reminds us of a powerful …
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Important Update: Member Area Changes at 1776PatriotUSA.com

JR April 18, 2025 No Comments
Patriots, For the past few years, our membership program has provided exclusive access to premium content focused on survival, preparedness, off-grid living, and self-reliance. I want to sincerely thank …
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Announcing the Return of Our Crisis Series – Now Called “The Coming Struggle”

JR April 16, 2025 2 Comments
A while back, I wrote and shared a series of blog posts about a possible future crisis in America. Back then, I called it The American Reformation. That series …
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What Is Paracord? Strength, Specs, and 20+ Survival Uses

JR April 15, 2025 2 Comments
What Is Paracord? Paracord is short for “parachute cord.” It was first used during World War II by the military to help soldiers with parachutes. Over time, people realized …
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Electronic Trojan Horse: Could China Take Control of U.S. Electronics?

JR April 14, 2025 3 Comments
Most of the electronics we use every day—like phones, computers, cars, and even things in our homes like thermostats—are made with parts from other countries. Most of those parts …
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Preparedness

Important Update: USB Price Changes and a New Download Option

JR April 14, 2025 2 Comments
Hi friends, I want to take a moment to share an important update with you—especially for those of you who have supported my work by purchasing the USB drives …
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Current Events

The U.S.–China Tariff War: What’s Coming Next and How It Will Affect You

JR April 13, 2025 2 Comments
The United States and China are locked in a serious tariff war. A tariff is a tax placed on goods that come from another country. Right now, both countries …
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Preparedness

Free Survival & Preparedness Downloads

JR April 11, 2025 2 Comments
We’ve discussed putting together a digital survival and preparedness library using Kindles, Amazon Fire Tablets, laptops, etc. The free ebooks available on Amazon are great, but there are tons …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – April 11th, 2025

JR April 10, 2025 4 Comments
I hope this finds everyone doing well. Winter appears to be largely over here in central Maine. This past Saturday, there were a few flurries, which quickly turned to …
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Preparedness

Know Thy Enemy (During the Collapse): Part 1 – The Unprepared Neighbor

JR April 8, 2025 1 Comment
The following post was originally published over at 299Days.com. By Glen Tate This guy is your enemy.   (During the Collapse, that is.) He doesn’t seem like it; in …
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Preparedness

Will Rice Stored for 40-Years Still Be Good?

JR April 6, 2025 4 Comments
Via a conversation with Fred Choate – owner of Choate, Machine, and Tool – I found out that he had a rare experience with rice that had been stored …
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Preparedness

The Importance of Caffeine After The SHTF

JR April 4, 2025 7 Comments
How many out there just cannot function without their morning cup of coffee – or twelve? In today’s busy world, where many of us get less than the required …
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America: Would We See a Real-Life Red Dawn?

JR April 3, 2025 8 Comments
Alright, picture this. One day, everything’s normal—coffee’s brewing, emails are annoying as usual, and the world is just spinning along. Then, out of nowhere, boom—the lights go out. Not …
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