Misc
He that would make his own liberty secure, must guard even his enemy from oppression; for if he violates this duty, he establishes a precedent that will reach to himself. Thomas Paine Dissertation on First Principles of Government December 23, 1791
Read MoreLock ‘N Load: Rockets
Gunny gets a first-hand look at the “rocket’s red glare” as he demonstrates rockets dating back to ancient Chinese to today’s state of the art self guiding missiles. Weapons include: the ancient Korean Hwacha–a rocket powered weapon designed to launch a volley of deadly arrows; The Congreve–the rocket that inspired the Star Spangled Banner; the…
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Let them take arms!
And what country can preserve its liberties if its rulers are not warned from time to time that the people preserve the spirit of resistance? Let them take arms! The remedy is to set them right as to facts, pardon and pacify them. Thomas Jefferson Letter to William Stephens Smith November 13, 1787
Read MoreIf ever the time should come
If ever the time should come, when vain & aspiring men shall possess the highest seats in government, our country will stand in need of its experienced patriots to prevent its ruin. Samuel Adams Letter to James Warren October 24, 1780
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