Aden Tate is a writer and locksmith in The Beautiful South. When he’s not hammering away at a keyboard, he can be found raising goats, pigs, bees, chickens, mushrooms, and crops.
Experience
- Locksmith
- Outdoorsman
- Author of 3 books on survival and prepping
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A Picture from History: The Fight for Bir Hakeim
2 years ago
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We take a look at the Free French, who held a remote, crumbling fortress known as Bir Hakeim even as the Germans levied attacks. (Read)
A Picture from History: Incendiary Balloons in WWII
2 years ago
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In this picture from history, we examine some interesting weapons of WWII -- incendiary balloons courtesy of the Japanese. (Read)
Home Defense in the Boonies: Keeping Safe in Remote Areas
2 years ago
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We walk you through how to stay safe when you're away from the city -- whether you're vacationing in the woods or just live in the boonies. (Read)
A Picture from History: Henry Knox & the Noble Train
2 years ago
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We take a look at an unlikely hero in the American Revolution -- a self-taught military theoretician and former bookseller, Henry Knox. (Read)
A Picture from History: The Maquis
2 years ago
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In this Picture from History, we take a look at the French resistance fighters who went head-to-head with German soldiers in World War II. (Read)
4 Best Gun Safe Dehumidifiers [Hands-On Tested]
2 years ago
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We take a look at three dehumidifier options to see which is best to toss in your gun safe to protect your firearms. (Read)
A Picture from History: Charles Whittlesey & the Lost Battalion
2 years ago
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In this Picture from History, we take a look at Medal of Honor Recipient Charles Whittlesey and the Lost Battalion. (Read)
Survival Essentials: Top Survival Gear You Need to Stay Alive
2 years ago
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Ever wondered what gear you'd need to survive out in the woods? Well, we gathered our top gear recommendations to help you stay alive. (Read)
A Picture from History: George Welch & Kenneth Taylor
2 years ago
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We take a look at two American pilots who managed to take to the air and face off against the Japanese during the attack on Pearl Harbor. (Read)
Israeli Battle Dressing: Does It Belong in Your First Aid Kit?
2 years ago
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We take a look at the Israeli Battle Dressing, talk about what it is and what it does, and decide whether it earns a spot in your first aid kit. (Read)
A Picture from History: The Battle of the Corvin Passage
2 years ago
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In this Picture from History, we take a look at the Battle of Corvin Passage -- an event that saw Hungarians face off against the Soviets in the 1950s. (Read)
First Aid vs. Guns: Which Training Is More Important?
2 years ago
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First aid skills vs. gun skills? Which are more important? We tell you which set of skills you're likely to use and give some recommendations on gear and training. (Read)
