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spotterup.com | Brook Bowen
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Eugene Nielsen |Donavon Riley |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
The warrior-philosopher mindset is a multifaceted concept that has been embraced by military leaders and strategists throughout history. This mindset combines the physical prowess and tactical acumen of a warrior with the intellectual depth and reflective nature of a philosopher. The concept of the warrior-philosopher is not new. It has roots in ancient civilizations where warriors were also expected to be scholars and thinkers.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Eugene Nielsen |Donavon Riley |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
Galco Exotic Concealable Holster Alligator. Galco Holsters, a name synonymous with quality and craftsmanship, has been a cornerstone in the world of leather holsters for over five decades. Founded in 1969 by Richard N. Gallagher, the company began as The Famous Jackass Leather Company in Chicago, Illinois. Today, Galco is renowned for its premium leather products, including holsters, belts, and accessories.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Eugene Nielsen |Donavon Riley |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
14th-century miniature of the Battle of Dorylaeum (1147), a Second Crusade battle, from the “Estoire d’Eracles”. The term “warrior poet” embodies a unique fusion of strength and sensitivity, symbolizing a balance between martial prowess and artistic expression. This concept has roots in various historical and cultural traditions, where individuals were expected to excel not only in combat but also in intellectual and artistic pursuits.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Eugene Nielsen |Donavon Riley |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
Statue by Cao Chong-en of Bruce Lee on the Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong. Photo by Johnson Lau / CC BY-SA 2.5.Defeat is a state of mind; No one is ever defeated until defeat has been accepted as a reality.” — Bruce Lee. Bruce Lee was a legendary martial artist, actor, and philosopher whose influence transcends the world of martial arts.
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Nov 24, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Eugene Nielsen |Donavon Riley |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
The three watercolor paintings by Đoàn Thành Lộc depict Saint Trần (Grand Prince Hưng Đạo) and his six generals. Photo by Rio Lam / CC BY-SA 4.0. Trần Hưng Đạo, also known as Trần Quốc Tuấn, was a legendary Vietnamese military leader and national hero. His strategic brilliance and leadership were instrumental in repelling Mongol invasions in the 13th century. Trần Hưng Đạo was born in 1228 in Tức Mặc, Mỹ Lộc, Thiên Trường, Đại Việt (modern-day Nam Định, Vietnam).
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Nov 23, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Eugene Nielsen |Donavon Riley |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
Bronze bust of the author Ian Fleming by the British sculptor Anthony Smith. Commissioned by the Fleming family to commemorate the centenary of Ian Fleming’s birth in 2008. Photo: Fortheloveofknowledge / CC BY-SA 4.0 DEED. Cropped. History is moving pretty quickly these days, and the heroes and villains keep on changing parts.” ― Ian Fleming, Casino Royale.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Eugene Nielsen |Donavon Riley |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
Mike credits his early military training as the one thing that kept him disciplined through the many years. He currently provides his expertise as an adviser for an agency within the DoD. Michael Kurcina subscribes to the Spotter Up way of life. “I will either find a way or I will make one”.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Eugene Nielsen |Donavon Riley |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
16th century painting showing samurai raiding the house of Minamoto no Yoshitsune. The Samurai, Japan’s warrior class, were not only renowned for their martial prowess but also for their deep spiritual beliefs. These beliefs were integral to their way of life and influenced their code of conduct, known as Bushido or “the way of the warrior.” The spiritual underpinnings of the Samurai were shaped by a blend of Buddhism, Zen, Confucianism, and Shintoism.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
spotterup.com | Donavon Riley |Eugene Nielsen |Kelly Kurcina |Brook Bowen
Bourbon, a quintessentially American spirit, has a storied history that dates back to the late 18th century. Its origins are often traced to the settlers of present-day Kentucky, who brought their distilling techniques from Scotland, Ireland, and other European countries. The name “bourbon” is believed to be derived from the French House of Bourbon, though its exact inspiration remains a topic of debate.
