William Owen O’Neil was born in St. Louis on Feb 2,1860, the first son of John and Mary Menimin O’;Neil. In 1862, the family moved to Philadelphia and later to Washington , DC. Little is known of his early years. Buckley came from warrior’s stock. His father, John Owen O’Neil was born in 1834 inContinue reading “Captain William “Buckey” O’Neill”
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Early M&P Smith & Wesson; The Workhorse For American Law Enforcement And Why They Are The Best
Today we take an in depth and inside look at an early M&P, highlighting features not seen in American Manufacturing in 100 years.
Robert Miller – Miller Custom Gunsmithing Full House Les Baer 1911 45 ACP.
Straight class build from Robert Miller. Based on a Les Baer frame this 1911 is built tight and smooth, classic features and looks.
Diaper Report
Authored by Eric Peters, It is six years now since the advent – and normalization of – sickness psychosis (also known as weaponized hypochondria) and it shows a remarkable persistence. Because of course it has been normalized. More than that, actually. It continues to be affirmed as a reasonable rather than aberrant behavior. This business, that is, ofContinue reading “Diaper Report”
Novak’s 45 Shop — 1976 Colt Combat Commander — Custom Carry 45 ACP
Feeding the Leopard! Airgun Hunting for Rock Hyrax | Oxwagon Diaries, Ep.56
Friday Fun
Shawn’s Rules & Advice For Life
1. If something does not make sense, you should leave it alone and walk away from it because persisting in trying to make sense of it is not only a waste of time but also bound to drive you crazy. 2. If a problem has no immediate solution, then it is not a problem butContinue reading “Shawn’s Rules & Advice For Life”
The World Is Hopeful For A Better New Year 2026
From zerohedge Despite ongoing conflicts, uncertainty over what Trump era 2.0 will bring next and the imminent climate catastrophe, global optimism is holding firm for 2026. As Statista’s Anna Fleck details below, according to the latest data from Ipsos, an average of 71 percent of respondents across 30 countries said they felt optimistic that their 2026Continue reading “The World Is Hopeful For A Better New Year 2026”
The Korean War Week 80: Empty Lines and Guerrillas: X-mas ’51 in Korea! – December 30, 1951
It’s Christmas, 1951, and though peace on earth and goodwill to all men might have a general appeal, peace seems as far away as ever in Korea. There are, though, no large scale offensives being planned at the moment, as the frozen winter grips Korea and the peace talks drag on and on. However, justContinue reading “The Korean War Week 80: Empty Lines and Guerrillas: X-mas ’51 in Korea! – December 30, 1951”