The U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command announced a new policy that allows Navy graduates to spend time off base, according to a service spokesperson.Sailors who have completed boot camp and are heading to advanced training school are now eligible for overnight liberty, an approved period of leave that allows service members to spend the night off base. Service members will be granted authorized time off from Thursday night until 9 p.m. Friday on the day after graduation.“As part of our on-going commitment to Sailor quality of service across all ranks at RTC, the Navy values the accomplishments of our Sailors…
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Silencer Central has just announced the BANISH 12, a new 12-gauge shotgun suppressor designed with hunters in mind.Ear protection is annoying, especially in the field. Solution? Get a suppressor. While rifle suppressors designed for hunting have exploded in popularity in recent years, the same is only beginning to happen with shotguns. The latest, and what Silencer Central describes as the next evolution of wingshooting and the most advanced shotgun suppressor on the market, is the BANISH 12.The BANISH 12 provides hearing-safe levels of sound suppression, doesn’t obstruct shotguns’ sightlines and features interchangeable choke tubes. It’s also lightweight (17.6 ounces) and…
In light of growing reports involving unintentional discharges of the SIG SAUER P320, many self-defense professionals and firearm safety experts now advise against carrying this particular model until the issue is fully addressed. While SIG SAUER remains a reputable manufacturer, safety must come first when choosing an everyday carry firearm. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE Growing concerns around the SIG SAUER P320 continue to make waves in the firearm and self-defense community. Multiple recent incidents involving alleged unintentional discharges, with some resulting in serious injury, have led many experts, including us, to recommend against carrying the P320 platform as your everyday…
Senators confirmed a flurry of senior military leadership posts, including the new top uniformed leader of the Navy and the new head of U.S. Special Forces Command, amid a rush of confirmation votes on Thursday evening. In contrast to a series of contested nomination votes this week, the military confirmations were done by a simple voice vote without objection. The moves fill several top Pentagon and military service slots ahead of the congressional summer break, allowing the leaders to step into their roles in the coming days. Adm. Daryl Caudle, who has been the commander of U.S. Fleet Forces Command…
Springfield Armory has just announced new .45 ACP 1911 Operator AOS models with threaded barrels.Living up to the pistol’s Operator name, Springfield Armory just announced a new 1911 Operator AOS model with a threaded barrel. Chambered for the naturally subsonic .45 ACP cartridge, the 1911 Operator AOS Threaded is available in four finish options and comes ready to be adorned head to toe in accessories.The new 1911 features a 5.75-inch threaded stainless steel barrel (.578×28 threading) with a black DLC coating, and it ships with a knurled thread protector. The pistols also utilize the Agency Optic System (AOS) for mounting…
The U.S. Navy has identified the sailor who was reported missing earlier this week from the aircraft carrier George Washington as it transited the Timor Sea off Australia’s northern coast.Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Launch/Recovery Equipment) Airman Jose Antonio Rivera Lynch IV was assumed overboard from the carrier on Monday, Navy officials said in a release Friday.The U.S. Navy and Australian Defence and Australian Border Forces suspended search efforts for Rivera Lynch on Wednesday after more than 45 hours of search-and-rescue efforts covering 2,200 square miles, officials said.“Our deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of our shipmate, Airman Rivera…
A declassified document claims to be the missing link tying billionaire George Soros to the Russiagate hoax. George Soros’ Open Society Foundation was involved in the Hillary Clinton campaign’s 2016 efforts to falsely accuse Donald Trump of having ties to Russia, according to a newly declassified United States document. The 29-page annex to John Durham’s 2023 Special Counsel report was released by the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday shortly after it was declassified, and boldly alleges that Soros was heavily involved in the “smear campaign.” The annex cites several “likely authentic” emails allegedly sent by Leonard Benardo, senior vice president…
Authorities in Winston-Salem have ruled the fatal shooting of a 58-year-old man as an act of self-defense after thorough investigation and consultation with the District Attorney. The person responsible will not face charges, as the evidence supported lawful use of force. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE WINSTON-SALEM, NC (2-minute read) — Police in Winston-Salem have closed their investigation into the death of a 58-year-old man, ruling it a justified act of self-defense. The incident occurred shortly before 1 p.m. on May 31, when officers responded to a 911 call requesting EMS assistance at an apartment on Timlic Avenue. Upon arrival, first…
A Marine sergeant died last month after he collapsed during a physical fitness test in Florida, according to a recent Naval Safety report.Sgt. Gordon Reed, a motor vehicle operator with 4th Marine Logistics Group, collapsed at the Navy Reserve Center Orlando during a PFT on June 24. He was transported to a local hospital where he died, according to the safety report and Marine officials.The death is under investigation by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service as well as a safety investigation by Marine Forces Reserve. A command investigation will begin once NCIS has completed its investigation, 1st Lt. Quiarra Barros…
The U.S. Army released a spirituality guide to help soldiers gauge their spiritual fitness, much like they would their physical fitness.The 112-page guide lays out spiritual fitness principles, stages of development and training among other areas across nine chapters.In addition to the guide, the Army also released a Battle Book — a type of workbook companion to the guide and the first volume of a graphic novel series titled “Will to Fight.”“It’s for every soldier and every leader regardless of religious background,” said Sgt. Maj. Meaghan Simmons. The concept is to support spiritual readiness much like other sources support physical…