From 1988-1990, I was assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division in Wuerzburg, Federal Republic of Germany. How many of you served in Germany during the Cold War, and in particular, during the breakup of the Warsaw Pact and Soviet Union? If so, where?
Archive for 2016
Where Were You Stationed When The Wall Came Down?
Monday, February 15th, 2016Extreme Outfitters Presidents Day Sale
Sunday, February 14th, 2016
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Sunday, February 14th, 2016
TALON Grips Starts Shipping Internationally
Sunday, February 14th, 2016STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colorado (February 11, 2016) – TALON Grips, Inc., the manufacturer of patented firearm specific grips is now shipping to 216 countries worldwide.
“The international demand for TALON Grips has steadily increased over the past 2 years so to meet the demand we instituted a new fulfillment system that allows us to ship internationally as easily as it is to ship in US,” said Michael Morris President of TALON Grips INC.
“TALON Grips offerings of over 200 firearm grips enables us meet the demands of different international markets. What’s popular in France isn’t necessarily what’s popular in the US”, added Michael Morris.
The cost to ship TALON Grips internationally is a reasonable flat rate of $7. Product transit times average 14 days and a tracking number is provided to the purchaser.
TALON Grips was founded by a law enforcement officer, competitive shooter, firearms instructor, and armorer to enhance shooter comfort, consistency, and weapon retention. The patented TALON Grips provide maximum grip coverage in custom designs for over 200 firearms. The laser cut designs are available in rubber and granulate textures for different applications and user preferences. TALON Grips improve weapon retention, encourage quicker target acquisition, and allow more accurate follow up shots with better recoil mitigation.
About TALON Grips:
Founded in 2009 and located in Steamboat Springs, CO, TALON Grips are 100% made in USA. TALON Grips are used by the US military, law enforcement, competitive shooters, and firearms enthusiasts. TALON Grips are available at select retailers or direct at www.talongrips.com.
“The Pentagon Wars”
Sunday, February 14th, 2016“The Pentagon Wars” has long been a comedic look at how a military acquistion program can go sideways. Ultimately, the Bradley Fighting Vehicle turned put to be critical to our Army’s success but it was initially intended as an upgraded M-113.
Thanks Lawrence for remonding me.
It’s MultiTarnDruck for the Bundeswehr
Sunday, February 14th, 2016The German Army has announced two new camouflage patterns for limited use. First, is the MultiTarnDruck which translates to Multi Camouflage Pattern. It’s a transitional pattern and will most likely supplant the German military’s limited use of MultiCam. Interestingly, the German Government has taken steps to protect the patterns in much the same manner as the USMC protects MARPAT.
Next up is SchneeTarmDruck or Snow Camo Pattern. In this photo, the new pattern can be seen atop the current pattern. These should start rolling into service once the German government provides industry with the specifications to print the patterns.
Photos: Bundeswehr
You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
Sunday, February 14th, 2016 
Mark Baker – Cartoonist and Comic Genius
Saturday, February 13th, 2016Mark Baker is an Army Retiree. We served together in the MI Det at 2nd Bn, 3rd SFG(A) when he started working on the Private Murphy strip which you may remember from the Army Times. This is one of my favorite cartoons.
Mark, wherever you are, I salute you.
-Eric
