Guy D. McCardle

Guy D. McCardle

Guy D. McCardle is a sixteen-year veteran of the United States Army and most recently served as a Medical Operations Officer during OIF I and OIF II. He holds a degree in Biology from Washington & Jefferson College and is a graduate of the US Army Academy of Health Sciences. Guy has been a contributing writer to Apple News, Business Insider, International Business Times, and Medical Daily. He has over 8,000 answers and more than 30,000 followers on Quora, where he is a top writer on military topics. McCardle is the Managing Editor of the SOFREP News Team, a collective of military journalists.

The Colorful History of Military Tattoos

From ancient warriors to Airborne Rangers, tattoos have been common among members of the armed forces for thousands of years. With body art being more widely accepted in society, this tradition will likely not end any time soon.

JOCKO MÖLK: America’s Most Legit Ready To Drink Protein Shake

The long-awaited ready-to-drink formulation of JOCKO FUEL MÖLK protein shake is finally on shelves and available to purchase. I’ve already tried a bunch of it and today offer you an honest take on my new favorite go-to protein drink.

Japan Heightens Its Defense Posture

With the reality of increasingly dangerous and hostile regional neighbors becoming a threat, the Japanese government has taken a big step to double its defense spending and is reconsidering the necessity of having to strike potential adversaries first in self-defense.

PSYOPS and Paper Bombing the Enemy

Wars are not only fought with bullets and bombs. Wars are also fought with words. Sometimes these words are printed on brightly colored paper and disseminated to the enemy using leaflet bombs and aircraft. To a soldier feeling bad about his situation and not trusting his leadership, these propaganda bombs can be the “straw that broke the camel’s back”, causing them to surrender.

Meet the ‘Lord of War’

American basketball star Brittney Griner has been freed after being detained by the Russians for ten months after her conviction on drug smuggling charges. The US exchanged her for Viktor Bout, who was serving a 25-year sentence in the United States for, among other charges, conspiracy to kill Americans.

Paul Whelan: US Marine Left Behind in Russia

Fifty-two-year-old Paul Whelan, an American corporate security director and former US Marine has been left behind in Russia by the current administration to continue serving his 16-year sentence at hard labor in a Russian prison camp. Who is he, and what did he do to get there?

Sig Sauer P938: A Micro-Compact 1911

The Sig Sauer is the perfect firearm for fans of the 1911. It offers solid steel construction in a one-pound package, a hair over an inch wide and just 5.9 inches long. Lots of bang for the buck, literally.

Never Quit: A Lesson From Death Wish Coffee Company

If you’re looking for a super strong, full-flavored cup of the best coffee you’ve ever tasted, check out our friends at Death Wish Coffee Company. One cup will keep you going all day long.

Zelensky Named Person of the Year

Time Magazine has chosen Volodymyr Zelensky & the spirit of Ukraine as their “Person of the Year” for 2022. The Ukrainian actor turned President defied all expectations as he kept one of the world’s most powerful military forces at bay and inspired his people to keep up the fight.