How drunken soldiers could lead a battle and not fail
Booze can do a lot of things to a person, but when it comes to confidence, it’s an all-boosting substance. Even a meek person can become invincible. But when the…
Booze can do a lot of things to a person, but when it comes to confidence, it’s an all-boosting substance. Even a meek person can become invincible. But when the…
There are no wars like religious wars, and the wars between early protestants and Catholics are no exception. They tend to be particularly destructive and brutal. Such was the 1618-1648 Thirty Years War, which was one of the most destructive in huma…
For millennia warriors consumed alcohol in the form of wine, thus it became intertwined into military traditions. The exquisite taste, nutritional benefits, and, not least, psychoactive effects all contribute to…
Speed is globally extensive since all motorized countries observe penal regulations for excessive speeding. Such restrictions are customarily founded on the principle that drivers frequently fail to follow to remain…
On July 1, 1914, infamous buzzkill and then-Navy Secretary Josephus Daniels implemented General Order No. 99:
“The use or introduction for drinking pur…
One of the reasons Prohibition failed in America is probably because America was founded on and was fueled by booze from the get-go. The Pilgrims stopped at Plymouth Rock because they ran out of beer. The U.S. Marine Corps was founded in a bar. Ther…
In 2010, a shipwreck was discovered in the Baltic Sea. The 170 year-old schooner (M1 Fö 403.3) contained, among other treasures, bottles of champagne and beer. Obviously, scientists had to…
To Koreans, alcoholic beverages are a crucial part of their daily life, and their main drink of choice is soju, a spirit made from rice. Alcohol in South Korea is…
Alcohol has been a military tradition since the medieval times. It is not uncommon to find troops drinking, even in moderation during combat when observed through the lens of history….
This is the time of year to celebrate our country’s independence and our loved ones that fight for our freedom every single day. Whether this will be your first Fourth of July party that you will be throwing or the 40th, below are some tips and tri…