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Tac Girls Calendar

Sunday, November 13th, 2011

This year, Tac Girls is not only offering a 13 month calendar packed with models but they’ve also introduced a new safe-for-work calendar, the Exotic Weapons calendar, featuring high quality art, trivia and technical specifications.

Tac Girls is offering several Veterans Day specials through midnight tonight.

To learn more about all of the models on the Tac Girls calendar, visit Tactical Fanboy who is profiling them weekly.

Coming in December – The 12 Days of Tactical Christmas

Sunday, November 13th, 2011

Look for upcoming details on our 12 Days of Tactical Christmas contest and how you can win some of the 90 prizes we will be giving away from the hottest names in industry.

You’ve never seen anything like this!

Extreme Outfitters Veterans Day Event

Friday, November 11th, 2011

In honor of Veterans Day, Extreme Outfitters is holding a three day celebration at both locations; Camp Lejeune and Ft Benning. Saturday the 12th will be the bigger day as they will offer free food and drinks. They will also have drawings for tons of gear throughout the day, including a $1,000 shopping spree. Plus, they’ll be giving away some pretty sweet shirts.

11/11/11 First Annual “Carrier Classic” Sponsored by 5.11 Tactical

Friday, November 11th, 2011

Today, 11/11/11, North Carolina and Michigan State will face off in the first annual Carrier Classic in San Diego. The game is unique in that it will be played on the deck of the USS Carl Vinson. ESPN will carry the game live beginning at 4:00PM PST. 5.11 Tactical will be a part of this historic sporting event by outfitting the security team whose members include many current and former members of Naval Special Warfare and other specialized units. Magic Johnson (MSU) and James Worthy (UNC), will also be on-hand as honorary captains for their alma maters. President Obama will attend the game and 5.11 made some special jackets for him that he may wear during the pre game or halftime festivities. Whether the president chooses to wear their products or not, 5.11 Tactical is proud to be a part of this historic event on a day that recognizes the incredible contribution and sacrifice of men and women around the world that help keep the citizens of the United States safe. The link below contains additional information on the event. Enjoy the game and remember to give thanks to our vets.

quickenloanscarrierclassic.com

-Article originally published on BOLO Report.

11-11-11

Friday, November 11th, 2011

It doesn’t matter if you call it Veterans Day, Armistice Day, or Remembrance Day, it all started the same place. At 11:11 on November 11th, 1918, the Germans signed documents agreeing to end the so-called “Great War” with the Allied Powers. So traumatizing was the First World War that the very next year we began to commemorate its ending, but at the time we honored only the dead from that conflict.

It wasn’t until the 1950s that we began to remember all Veterans, regardless of conflict, or period of service. The US Congress made Veterans Day an official National holiday in 1954.

Today, we join our brothers and sisters in freedom loving nations around the world in honoring those who serve. There’s a saying that is most often associated with the Viet Nam conflict but I think it applies to all Veterans, “All gave some, Some gave all.”

Today, some of us will participate in parades or other events, but I think we all could take a cue from our Commonwealth partners and take a moment of silence for our Fallen.

SSD salutes our fellow Veterans. Thank you for your service.

Happy Birthday USMC

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Since 1775, you’ve been defending freedom and democracy the world over. We Salute You!

For some really cool USMC history, check out this video from NRA’s Life of Duty on Chuck Mawhinney – the most successful sniper in USMC history.

2012 Hot Shots Calendar

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Tiny MultiCam hotpants, body paint and smoldering poses – this year’s HOTSHOTS calendar is hotter than ever! Now in its fifth year, the twelve sizzling photographs feature the very latest military kit distributed by Edgar Brothers, as well as some of the hottest glamour models in the UK today!

The brainchild of UK-based Edgar Brothers’ Police & Military Division, the HOTSHOTS calendar was shot on location at SureFire’s headquarters in glamourous Los Angeles. First launched in 2007, with a modest print run of just 500 calendars, 2012 is the biggest print run to date with 50,000 calendars produced worldwide.

Edgar Brothers’ managing director, Derek Edgar, said: “Every year we strive to improve on the previous year’s calendar and 2012 is no exception. This year’s inspiration was taken from the worlds favorite online gaming scenarios and the models couldn’t wait to be drafted in for this year’s call of duty!”

As always, 50% of the proceeds generated from HOTSHOTS 2012 will be donated to the Help for Heroes charity.

You can watch the making of HOTSHOTS 2012 on www.youtube.com/hotshotscalendar. Once you’ve been there you’ll want to purchase your own copy at www.hotshotscalendar.com.

Also, don’t forget to follow Hot Shots on Twitter, and like them on Facebook for special giveaways

The Iditarod Project

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

Two Army veterans decided to come up with a unique way to support the Wounded Warrior Project. They’re going to make the famous Iditarod trek, a perilous 1,100 mile journey via dog sled from the Knik/Big Lake area of Alaska to Nome. But, Mike Pilotte and John Miller are used to danger. Both are veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and currently serve as proud members of A Troop 1-82 Cavalry, 41st IBCT, Oregon Army National Guard. Their adventure begins in March 2012, when you’ll be able to track their progress via GPS. Until then, donate to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Website: www.theiditarodproject.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheIditarodProject
Donations page: wwpproudsupporter.kintera.org