Day: March 23, 2013

Notes from JWR:

Today is the 238th anniversary of Patrick Henry’s famous “…but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!” address at St. John’s Church, Richmond, Virginia. (March 23, 1775.) See today’s Quote of The Day. — Today we present another entry for Round 45 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round include: First Prize: A.) Gunsite Academy Three Day Course Certificate, good for any one, two, or three course. (A $1,195 value.) B.) A course certificate from onPoint Tactical. This certificate will be for the prize winner’s choice of three-day civilian courses. (Excluding those restricted …


Leading from the Middle: A Lesson Learned from the Middle East, by Brian H.

In the survivalist/prepper world, one can argue that we are all leaders, yes?  Well, ask yourself, what happens when you thought you were going to be the leader of your compound/ neighborhood/ community but got to the party late and someone else is in charge?  What happens when you can’t or simply aren’t THE leader? You lead from the middle. This article proposes two ways in which you can lead without being the designated leader.  As survivalist/preppers we know a neighborhood or city block is better than one home, while a community is best. Let’s assume the SHTF and you …


Letter Re: How to Prepare for a Home Birth in a Post Collapse Situation

Hi James, I was very concerned about some of the things C.C. recommended in her letter to you for a woman giving birth, post-collapse.  I am a strong believer in natural childbirth.  After my first birth at a hospital with a doctor I swore never again!  I had my next three babies with midwives, two of the births being at home.  I read every book out there over the years on natural childbirth, including several of the ones the above writer listed.  I even trained to be a doula (woman who aids a labouring and post birth woman).  Two things the writer …


Economics and Investing:

If the US markets are considered the “safe haven” amidst all the recent EU turmoil, then why isn’t the US Dollar Index skyrocketing? (Mr. Market has some foresight.) And if the global economy is in “recovery”, then why is the Baltic Dry Index for shipping rates back in the dumpster? (JWR’s Comment: Sounds like more like a “Lohan” recovery to me, to wit: she’s checked into rehab, but there is no willingness to actually change.) US Begins Regulating BitCoin, Will Apply “Money Laundering” Rules To Virtual Transactions I found this linked over at Gold-Eagle: The Dark Truth About The Safety …


Odds ‘n Sods:

Interesting Interview With Duane Liptak of Magpul    o o o G.G. sent: Sun Storm Forecast: Tiny Chance of Havoc    o o o R&N wrote to mention that the reloading primers shortage is getting worse. Both Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are sold out of most types of rifle primers.    o o o James C. sent: 36 Sneaky Hidden Compartments    o o o DHS questioned over decision to let Saudi passengers skip normal passport controls. (Thanks to Peter S. for the link.)


Jim’s Quote of the Day:

"This is no time for ceremony. The question before the House is one of awful moment to this country. For my own part, I consider it as nothing less than a question of freedom or slavery; and in proportion to the magnitude of the subject ought to be the freedom of the debate. It is only in this way that we can hope to arrive at truth, and fulfil the great responsibility which we hold to God and our country. Should I keep back my opinions at such a time, through fear of giving offence, I should consider myself as …