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

JR June 28, 2017 2 Comments
If you have not seen the movie No Escape it is awesome. Action packed. I saw it in the theater when it first came out and now it is …
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Scenario: 20 Miles From Home And Things Go South

JR June 27, 2017 28 Comments
  Here is a scenario that many of us could find ourselves in should the SHTF while we are at work. Wednesday morning: Typical Wednesday morning. Alarm goes off at …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 27th, 2017

JR June 26, 2017 3 Comments
  Turns out Christopher has a very severe sprain – not broken. Wearing a boot for the next 3 weeks. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Think I mentioned a …
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SHTF Communications: How Far Do You Want To Talk?

JR June 26, 2017 7 Comments
Articles on SHTF communications often dive right into super expensive systems allowing communication across the country – or the world. In my own personal efforts, I have been working …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 26th, 2017

JR June 25, 2017 8 Comments
  I had mentioned that last week had been super busy. Well, it continued into the weekend. All good but very busy. Had planned a kayak trip Sunday morning …
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13 Tips on Surviving a Protest

JR June 25, 2017 3 Comments
Reprinted with permission from DoomandBloom.net As a Free Speech advocate, I support the people’s right to protest and make their opinions heard. Unfortunately, demonstrations in the U.S. these days are becoming …
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Failure in America: Public Education

JR June 25, 2017 6 Comments
One of the biggest problems this country is failing to deal with is education. Every politician will stake their political reputation on their desire to improve education – and also …
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Saturday’s – “What’s on your mind?”

JR June 23, 2017 25 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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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 23rd, 2017

JR June 23, 2017 7 Comments
  Sometimes life gets busier than a one-eyed cat watching two mouse holes. That was yesterday so I am late getting this out. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Johnny …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 22nd, 2017

JR June 21, 2017 4 Comments
  So – I read that consuming extra virgin olive oil will help improve memory. ….can’t remember where I heard it though. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ What do …
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The 10 C’s of Survival

JR June 21, 2017 5 Comments
  The 10 C’s of Survival was developed by Dave Canterbury as a means to provide guidance for those who spend a lot of time in the woods. In the case …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 21st, 2017

JR June 20, 2017 5 Comments
  Syria: Russian fighter buzzes American recon plane. Russian comes within 5 feet of US plane. Not good. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Mid State Firearms has this 18″ fluted …
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Taurus Millennium G2 9mm: Rounds 461 – 660

JR June 20, 2017 3 Comments
  The testing of the Taurus PT-111 G2 9mm continues with rounds 461 through 660. The goal of this project is to track the reliability and performance of the …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 20th, 2017

JR June 19, 2017 6 Comments
  US Forces shoot down a Syrian SU-22 fighter jet. Things are getting rather tense with Russia threatening to shoot down American aircraft. This could be a lot more …
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American Reformation: Book Recommendations

JR June 19, 2017 2 Comments
NOTE: For those not familiar with what the “American Reformation” check out The Coming American Reformation.  It is important information as this is the direction our country is heading and …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 19th, 2017

JR June 18, 2017 15 Comments
  This year has gone by so fast. Mid-June already. Wow! ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Illinois continues to struggle with budgetary issues putting them in “crisis mode”. An out …
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The Ultimate Bug Out Food Bar

JR June 18, 2017 3 Comments
  There is a huge market for specialty food bars made just for survival kits and bug out bags. I’m not talking about those 3,600 calorie bricks of cardboard …
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Saturday’s – “What’s on your mind?”

JR June 16, 2017 29 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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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 16th, 2017

JR June 15, 2017 4 Comments
  Thanks everyone for the votes. 1776PatriotUSA.com has moved into the 34th place and within striking distance of the Top 30. Appreciate the votes and feel free to click HERE …
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GIVEAWAY: 1 Week Food Kit from Valley Food Storage

JR June 15, 2017 5 Comments
  We are hosting a giveaway!! Through June 30th you can enter to win a Valley Food Storage 1 Week Food Variety Kit. To enter simply visit THIS PAGE and …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 15th, 2017

JR June 14, 2017 20 Comments
Shooter targets GOP Congressman at a charity baseball game practice. I stuck my neck out and predicted on social media it would be some nutcase with a political agenda. …
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Video Game Apocalyptic Intro’s – Homefront / Homefront: The Revolution

JR June 14, 2017 2 Comments
The original Homefront video game came out several years ago and for those of us who enjoy first person shooters, it was pretty good. My youngest and I played …
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bugging out, location, prepper, preparedness, survival
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From the Bug Out Location of John Rourke – June 14th, 2017

JR June 13, 2017 12 Comments
  The discussions yesterday revolving around bugging out and bug out locations got me thinking. This has been a major topic for me over the past few years and …
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Rourke’s Recommendations

JR June 13, 2017 2 Comments
  Every couple weeks or so I recommend a few things such as movies, books, and an assortment of gear – all kinds of stuff. Some of these are related to …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 13th, 2017

JR June 12, 2017 45 Comments
  I would appreciate your input on this. I have started a new book. Often authors do not put forth much in details on book projects as they are …
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Current Events

If We Don’t Fight For It, The Liberal World Order Is Going To Kill Our Way Of Life

JR June 12, 2017 8 Comments
Rourke: The following is reprinted with permission from The Economic Collapse website. This article goes right along with my American Reformation series to show the direction this country is …
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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 12th, 2017

JR June 11, 2017 10 Comments
  It appears that John McCain has officially gone insane: ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ My book – A Survival Story – which I wrote a few years ago …
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Preparedness

5 Morale Boosting Foods With a Long Shelf Life

JR June 11, 2017 13 Comments
Any high-stress disastrous event will create a definite morale issue for most people. The absence of normal life comforts combined with potential life-altering conditions will wreak havoc on people – especially …
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Saturday’s – “What’s on your mind?”

JR June 10, 2017 22 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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From the Desk of John Rourke – June 9th, 2017

JR June 8, 2017 1 Comment
  Hope everyone has a great weekend. Be safe out there and have some fun! ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Kayak trip planned Sunday with family and some friends. Looking …
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