The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“It is only when the people become ignorant and corrupt, when they degenerate into a populace, that they are incapable of exercising their sovereignty.” – James Monroe
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Preparedness Notes for Tuesday — September 24, 2024
On September 24, 1529, Sultan Suleiman and his Ottoman troops arrived in Vienna, beginning a whole series of smaller sieges in the region, culminating with the Turk’s failed Second Siege, in 1683. — Today’s feature article is a short guest post by former congressman Dr. Ron Paul, selected by JWR. It is reposted with permission. — We are seeking entries for Round 114 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. More than $900,000 worth of prizes have been awarded since we started running this contest. In 2023, we polled blog readers, asking for suggested article topics. Please refer to that poll …
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SurvivalBlog’s News From The American Redoubt
This weekly column features news stories and event announcements from around the American Redoubt region. (Idaho, Montana, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Wyoming.) Much of the region is also more commonly known as The Inland Northwest. We also mention companies located in the American Redoubt region that are of interest to preppers and survivalists. Today, we focus on another bear attack in Glacier National Park. (See the Montana section.) Region-Wide The AmRRON Amateur Radio Network is Streaming Live on Sunday Nights on the Internet. o o o The Pacific Northwest is Among The Best U.S. Metros for Job Growth in …
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The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“When buying and selling are controlled by legislation, the first things to be bought and sold are legislators.” – P. J. O’Rourke
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Preparedness Notes for Monday — September 23, 2024
On September 23, 1779 John Paul Jones aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard defeated the British frigate HMS Serepis and became the first well-known naval hero of the United States. He answered a call to surrender from his English counterpart with the famous quotation, “I have not yet begun to fight!” — We are running a 3-week-long sale at Elk Creek Company. Until October 11th, 2024, all of our Pietta brand blackpowder revolvers and all of our M1891 Argentine Mauser rifles have their prices deeply discounted. Take a look! — Today’s feature article is a review written by SurvivalBlog Field Gear …
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Recipe of the Week: Callie’s Baked Ham and Cheese
The following recipe for Callie’s Baked Ham and Cheese is from SurvivalBlog reader Callie B. Ingredients 1 tablespoon of butter 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced 6 cups of bread cubes 1 cup deli ham, shredded 1 cup cheddar cheese 1½ cups of milk 3 eggs 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder 1 teaspoon parsley ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper Directions Preheat your oven to 350°F. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the butter to melt, and then add the onions and coat them in the butter. Reduce heat to low, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally until the …
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SurvivalBlog Graphic of the Week
Today’s graphic: Population Density Change by U.S. county. (Graphic courtesy of Reddit and VividMaps.com, based on U.S. Census data) The thumbnail below is click-expandable. An animated version of the map can be seen here. — Please send your graphic ideas to JWR. (Either via e-mail or via our Contact form.) Any graphics that you send must either be your own creation or uncopyrighted.
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The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“What seems to be generosity is often only disguised ambition – which despises small interests to gain great ones.” – Francois, Duc de La Rochefoucauld, Maxims 1665
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Preparedness Notes for Sunday — September 22, 2024
On this day in 1499, Switzerland became an independent state. Here is a quote from a scholarly paper on the 1499 Swabian War: “At the end of the fifteenth century, Emperor Maximilian I of the Germany Empire was trying to unite his country. He also tried to force the Swiss Confederation to become closer members of the empire. This led to the Swabian War of 1499. In a series of battles and campaigns, the Swiss were successful in defeating the famous Swabian Landsknechte who had learned to fight in the Swiss manner. As an outcome of the war, the Swiss …
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JWR’s Meme Of The Week:
The latest meme created by JWR: Meme Text: A Safety Tip for Kackling Kamala: You Can Accept Dick Cheney’s Election Endorsement But Don’t Accept His Pheasant Hunting Trip Invitation News Links: TIL that the man Dick Cheney shot in 2006 still has 30 birdshot pellets stuck inside him, which has led to heart issues and a change in voice. Harry Whittington, longtime Texas GOP supporter shot by Dick Cheney in a 2006 hunting accident, dies. Dick Cheney Loves Commie-La. Notes From JWR: Do you have a meme idea? Just e-mail me the concept, and I’ll try to assemble it. And …
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The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“And he entered into a ship, and passed over, and came into his own city. And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee. And, behold, certain of the scribes said within themselves, This man blasphemeth. And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts? For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and walk? But that ye may know …
Preparedness Notes for Saturday — September 21, 2024
On September 21, 1931, Britain abandoned the gold standard. The Pound — henceforth a paper currency — was immediately devalued by 20%. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 114 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round include: First Prize: The photovoltaic power specialists at Quantum Harvest LLC are providing a store-wide 10% off coupon. Depending on the model chosen, this could be worth more than $2000. A Gunsite Academy Three Day Course Certificate. This can be used for any of their one, two, or three-day course (a $1,095 value), A Peak …
The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“Collectivism and freedom are mortal enemies. Only one will survive.” – G. Edward Griffin
Preparedness Notes for Friday — September 20, 2024
On this day in 1873, triggered by a bond default and a bank scandal, a panic swept the New York Stock Exchange. This railroad bond default and resultant bank failure shut New York banks for 10 days. — On this day in 1519, Magellan left Europe on his voyage of discovery. — We’ve just started a 3-week-long sale at Elk Creek Company. Until October 11th, 2024, all of our Pietta brand blackpowder revolvers and all of our M1891 Argentine Mauser rifles have their prices deeply discounted. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 114 of the …
Economics & Investing For Preppers
Here are the latest news items and commentary on current economics news, market trends, stocks, investing opportunities, and the precious metals markets. In this column, JWR also covers hedges, derivatives, and various obscura. This column emphasizes JWR’s “tangibles heavy” investing strategy and contrarian perspective. Today, we examine the Federal Reserve’s September 18th interest rate cut. Precious Metals: Gold price rallies to all-time high shy of $2,600 as Fed cuts 50 bps. Updates: Spot gold was at $2,594.70 per Troy ounce on Thursday, in Asia. And silver jumped to $31.20. Platinum was also playing catch-up, rising to $1,004.50. (Up 1.4% in …