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There’s no doubt that exploring space and venturing into the unknown galaxies with advanced satellites is an enticing prospect! However, while it is believed that these expensive devices are only accessible by the likes of NASA and wealthy billionaires, it’s simply not true! Civilians can own satellites, known as picosatellites, that resemble paperweights as they […]
There are many reasons why people are interested in getting beanbag rounds for their shotguns. That said, the topic of bean bag rounds raises quite a few questions, such as whether civilians can buy them and whether they are suitable for self-defense. In most states, civilians are permitted to buy bean bag rounds. However, they […]
It would seem clear that civilian and military courts are separate and operate under their own rules and laws, but are there instances where civilians can be court-martialed? As it turns out, there could be situations where civilians could face military justice. Civilians can be court-martialed where they are contracted to or employed by the […]
Tasers is the brand name of Axon, the manufacturers of the stun gun. However, it is now a generic term for stun guns of similar nature. A Taser is fashioned to look like a weapon. But instead of ammunition, it discharges electrical impulses that render the assailant immovable. In 2016 the US Supreme Court permitted […]
Buying gas on base seems to be more complicated than it should be. There have also been reports of members of the public and civilians buying gas from the BX service station. In light of this, there have been several questions related to the topic, and many wonder if civilians are permitted to buy gas […]
Arsenal Island, also known as Rock Island Arsenal, is the most significant US government weapon manufacturing arsenal neatly tucked away on the Mississippi River in Illinois. The island is used for the military but has a fascinating history, so regular civilians may wonder if they can visit this historical landmark. Arsenal Island allows civilians to […]
Antarctica is one of the few remaining places on earth where visitors can completely switch off from the stresses and strains of modern-day living and fully immerse themselves in its serene icy splendor. Yet, while most believe that only scientists can visit Antarctica – that is simply not true! Civilians can visit Antarctica without a […]
Parris Island is the United States Marine Corps Recruit Training Center for all enlisted United States Marines. Recruits that live on the Mississippi River report there to receive their initial training. The recruits go to one of two locations for their fundamental training. One training center is located at Parris Island, and the other is […]
Air travel has been around for over a century, and a lot has changed since then. Someone sitting down for a trip in a plane in 1922 had a very different experience from passengers sitting down for a long-haul flight today. So, what was air travel in the 1920s really like, and how different was […]
It’s a common sight to see planes flying high in the sky, but why do they need to go so high? Flying lower to the ground seems to make more sense because then cabins don’t need to be pressurized, and passengers get to enjoy views of the ground. Planes have to fly so high because […]