Martyrdom is a central theme in Christianity. In its early attempts to suppress the growing Christian movement, the Roman state put to death countless defenders of the faith, including women like Perpetua. Jesus himself was regarded by the Roman government…
You are invited to the Black Hills Military Appreciation Ball. It will be a special event and a chance to Reflect on South Dakota’s contributions to Operation Enduring Freedom. All military service members as well community members are welcome. …
It happened in England, Wales, and Ireland during the 1530s. The Catholic Church, which had led Christianity, education, and the West out of the Dark Ages, had its monasteries, friaries, convents, and priories confiscated by the national government in England…
Ever wonder why so many men wore guns in the Old West? Truth be told, the guns kept the bad guys and good guys in equilibrium. You don’t mess with someone who will fight back. Concealed carry is even better…
When World War II broke out, most men felt the urge to enlist in the military, but some now argue that the traditional sense of patriotism, built upon blind trust, might not fit future wars. The old model presumed a…
(POW Memorial established at Camp Rapid) By Duke Doering During World War II the South Dakota National Guard had 31 of its members taken Prisoners of War (POW). 29 of these were captured in North Africa and Italy,…
It’s happening now in Britain, just as the events during the 1930s Europe seemed oceans away to Americans caught up in local intrigues, such as “who will show tonight at the local drive-in.” Yes, it might be said that we…
Let’s face it, tourists stick out wherever they are. They make the easiest victims because they won’t fight back. Even those who normally carry guns realize that gun laws are different from state to state in the US. It’s even…
The blitzkrieg of England began on September 7, 1940, as 300 Luftwaffe bombers began to soften up London as a prelude to invading the country under the codename “Operation Sea Lion.” Fifty-six more nights of pounding English cities would follow…
Scratch the surface of politicians these days, and you’ll find that the driving force is power and money, the keys which seem to unlock privilege, advantage, and well-being for governments and individuals. Heritage, tradition, religion and other…