"combat medic"
2 episodes tagged with this keyword
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Mark Koernke hosted the second hour of the morning Intelligence Report on September 29, 2010, focusing on firearms and preparedness. He discussed SAGR rifles as affordable alternatives to AK-pattern weapons, comparing their advantages to M1A and M1 Garand rifles, and detailed specific pricing and specifications from Classic Arms. The show featured extended commentary on World War II combat veterans, including anecdotes about a combat medic and references to Captain Kangaroo's service at Iwo Jima. Koernke promoted various firearms parts and ammunition from vendors, emphasized the importance of magazine stockpiling, and discussed Thompson submachine gun magazines and M14 operating rods. The episode included calls from listeners and concluded with appeals for donations to the Micro Effect network.
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Mark Koernke hosted a Weapons Wednesday episode featuring Jim from Gun Parts Guy, discussing FN FAL rifle parts, kits, and maintenance. The conversation covered British and Belgian restrictions on L1A1 rifle exports to the US, historical anecdotes about Australian gun confiscation during World War II and the defense of Brisbane, barrel lifespan and refinishing options for FAL rifles, and a caller question about sidearm selection for a combat medic role. Jim provided detailed technical information on FAL components, sourcing parts, and recommended revolver options like the .357 Magnum or .38 Special over larger calibers for field use.