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Trajectory of the .223/5.56 Round in a Carbine

JR October 4, 2017 6 Comments
  With the popularity of the AR platform and the .223/5.56 round I thought it would be a good idea to review the trajectory of the round and common …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – October 4th, 2017

JR October 3, 2017 10 Comments
  Thank you for the recent article sharing on social media. As I try to expand the presence of 1776PatriotUSA.com and the multitude of messages and beliefs I promote …
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What makes you feel alive?

JR October 3, 2017 10 Comments
  As I have mentioned previously 1776PatriotUSA.com is more than just current events, preparedness and all things SHTF. As individuals with limited existence on this planet and preppers who wish to …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – October 2nd, 2017

JR October 1, 2017 4 Comments
  Another week of posting older articles. Next week everything will get back on track. While not obvious a lot has been and will be done behind the scenes to …
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REMINDER: Join The Patriot Brigade

JR September 28, 2017 No Comments
  SIGN UP TODAY – FREE!! As a member of The Patriot Brigade, you will receive a FREE digital copy of my book – A Survival Story. You will …
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The Sheepdog Concept

JR September 28, 2017 7 Comments
  January 13th, 1982: Air Florida Flight 90 crashed into the Potomac River. Only six of the 74 passengers survived the crash and ended up in the icy water. While …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – September 28th, 2017

JR September 27, 2017 3 Comments
  Hope everyone is having a good week. As stated a few times last week I have been posting some past articles so I could work on a few …
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Dirt Cheap Thermal…..and it works!!!

JR September 27, 2017 3 Comments
  Thermal optics and imaging devices have long been sought after but priced out of reach for most preppers. I make no claims to have any expertise in thermal nor …
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Chris Costa on Why We Train

JR September 26, 2017 3 Comments
  Prior to founding Costa Ludus in 2011, Chris Costa spent 4 years as the President of Magpul Dynamics. Before founding Magpul Dynamics, Costa spent 7 years in the …
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Retreat Arrival Checklist

JR September 25, 2017 23 Comments
I’ve been asked several times about when something happens and people first arrive at a retreat location. Questions usually come up regarding who does what and when. Granted situation …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – September 25th, 2017

JR September 24, 2017 8 Comments
  The choices for free ebooks that I haven’t posted before is becoming rather slim. Just an FYI. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ The kneeling of NFL players during …
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The Panhandle Rancher’s Long Range Travel Kit

JR September 24, 2017 2 Comments
  Readers might be interested in the amount of equipment the wife and I travel with. Depending on how far/where we travel, the M4/M1A is traded out so that …
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Guns & Stuff

The “Patriot” Rifle AR Build

JR September 23, 2017 3 Comments
  My latest AR is the result of the “Katrina” rifle concept. Katrina rifle you ask? The term came about after Hurricane Katrina devasted the Gulf and left many …
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Current Events

Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”

JR September 22, 2017 2 Comments
Here is a place to share things you’ve been thinking about lately. What kind of things? Recent accomplishments in preparedness. Projects being worked on. Thoughts on world events. Recent …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – September 22nd, 2017

JR September 21, 2017 5 Comments
  Hurricane Maria Update: It appears that Maria will head out into the Atlantic. This is excellent news, however, anything could happen. It is days away from affecting the …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – September 21st, 2017

JR September 20, 2017 6 Comments
  I was recently asked why I do not support transgenders in the military. I do not believe that transgenders are normal and it is a sign of a …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR September 20, 2017 1 Comment
Every Thursday I recommend a few things such as movies, books, and an assortment of gear – all kinds of stuff. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness – …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – September 20th, 2017

JR September 19, 2017 4 Comments
  Hurricane Maria Update: Maria is getting ready to slam Puerto Rico and continue towards a general direction of the East Coast of the United States. Most of the tracking …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – September 19th, 2017

JR September 18, 2017 7 Comments
  Hurricane Maria Update: Tracking by midday Monday is showing the storm taking a northern turn potential heading towards the Carolina coast – or possibly out to sea or …
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Free Printable Topographical Maps

JR September 18, 2017 7 Comments
Ever wanted topographical maps of a particular area? Had a hard time finding just what you were looking for? It simply couldn’t be easier as National Geographic has the entire United …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – September 18th, 2017

JR September 17, 2017 7 Comments
  No recipe yesterday. Just ran out of time. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Took the top off my Jeep. Weather looks good for the week so I’ll enjoy …
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Tactics for The American Reformation Part 2: Fields of Fire

JR September 17, 2017 12 Comments
  Developing a Defensive Protection Plan(DPP) should be a basic step in being able to defend any retreat or bug-in property. Stocking up on guns and ammo is NOT …
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Random Thoughts

Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”

JR September 15, 2017 4 Comments
Here is a place to share things you’ve been thinking about lately. What kind of things? Recent accomplishments in preparedness. Projects being worked on. Thoughts on world events. Recent …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – September 15th, 2017

JR September 14, 2017 6 Comments
  A local gun shop asked me about a partnership to bring preparedness supplies and information to their customer. The place is very big and similar to a small …
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First Hand Report: Conditions In Florida After Hurricane Irma

JR September 14, 2017 3 Comments
  A few of us on the 1776 Telegram Group have been in communication with frequent 1776-commenter “Clark”. Located in the heart of destruction in Florida he is living his …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – September 14th, 2017

JR September 13, 2017 5 Comments
  In a hard hitting investigative interview on CNN, Hillary Clinton demonstrated her “alternate nostril breathing” technique as one method she used to deal with her loss to President Trump. …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR September 13, 2017 1 Comment
Every Thursday I recommend a few things such as movies, books, and an assortment of gear – all kinds of stuff. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness – …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – September 13th, 2022

JR September 12, 2017 11 Comments
(Note: This post is a work of fiction) I know it’s been several weeks since my last post. Surprised I have been able to keep the website up. Via …
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Thoughts on Ammunition Storage

JR September 12, 2017 9 Comments
This video on ammunition storage came out several years ago. Extremely logical in their recommendation for using military ammo cans for ammunition storage as well as detailed labeling. After watching …
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Random Thoughts

From the Desk of John Rourke – September 12th, 2017

JR September 11, 2017 8 Comments
  Congratulations!! The United States National Debt has reached $20 trillion dollars. The crooks in Washington will keep the debt clock running……and running…..and running…..and running…… ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ …
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