Monthly Archives: February 2014

Factual Friday

Posted on February 28, 2014 by jenvolk5

(Anglo-Zanzibar War – Wikipedia) So I missed last Friday (sincerest apologies) but before that, I talked about the Battle of Kettle Creek being  so short (whopping 2 hours). So I tried to find something about the 10 shortest battles in … Continue reading →

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Factual Friday

Posted on February 14, 2014 by jenvolk5

Happy Factual Friday! It may be Valentine’s Day but it’s also the 235th anniversary of the Battle of Kettle Creek of the Revolutionary War. This battle took place in Georgia, a state not first in most people’s minds when they … Continue reading →

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Factual Friday

Posted on February 7, 2014 by jenvolk5

Welcome back to Factual Friday!! I picked up a book at Barnes & Noble called “Victory: 100 Great Military Commanders” by Nigel Cawthorne so I thought I would share the list with you and get your thoughts. I know, this is … Continue reading →

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“Lone Survivor” by Marcus Luttrell

Posted on February 3, 2014 by jenvolk5

This is about Marcus Luttrell’s personal involvement in Operation Redwing which was the deadliest operation to special operations personnel in history. It’s his personal account so please keep that in mind. I feel like this book should come with a … Continue reading →

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“With the Old Breed” by E. B. Sledge

Posted on February 3, 2014 by jenvolk5

“War is brutish, inglorious, and a terrible waste… The only redeeming factors were my comrades’ incredible bravery and their devotion to each other.  Marine Corps training taught us to kill efficiently and to try to survive.  But it also taught … Continue reading →

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“The Crimean War: A History” by Orlando Figes

Posted on February 3, 2014 by jenvolk5

“So why did the allies not pursue a peace once the Russians had left the principalities? Why did they decide to invade Russia when the war against the Russians had been won? Why was there a Crimean War at all?” … Continue reading →

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Update

Posted on February 3, 2014 by jenvolk5

Well, it’s certainly been a long time and I sincerely apologize. I went off on vacation to Alaska last year and allowed myself to get completely sidetracked. But I’m back to a more normal routine with work and life so … Continue reading →

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