The first internet message was sent on October 29, 1969, marking the inception of ARPANET, which was created to address military computing needs and provide researchers access to powerful computers. Despite its initial failure to transmit a complete message, this event launched the development of what we now know as the internet. The document also hints at a narrative involving a character named Scout facing challenges related to this historical moment. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

On October 29, 1929, during Black Tuesday, Ivar is involved in a time patrol mission to prevent a timeline collapse caused by a shadow that threatens to alter six significant events. While on Wall Street, he encounters mob figures led by Bugsy Siegel, who suspects Joe Kennedy's involvement in a missing fortune and threatens Ivar over revealing his knowledge of the time patrol. Ivar must choose between following the rules of the time patrol or risking dire consequences for the Kennedy family. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

The document provides an overview of the Global Positioning System (GPS), detailing its origins, operation, and the number of satellites in use. It explains how GPS enables location determination through satellite signals and emphasizes the importance of additional navigation tools like paper maps and mobile map applications in areas with no signal. The author, a bestselling author and former Green Beret, shares personal insights on navigating remote areas and the value of GPS technology for safety and communication. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

The Executive Officer of my Special Forces A-Team was at Desert One. My team sergeant was chosen for Operation Credible Sport which was to be the second hostage rescue mission. This one relied on a special plane: a C-130 Hercules modified with jet assists to land and take off inside a soccer stadium, On Black Tuesday, 29 October 1980, it's making its last test flight before being declared operational. What if . . . - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

The document discusses the importance of being prepared for emergencies and disasters, highlighting the lack of readiness among many Americans. It introduces a compact survival book written by a former Green Beret that offers practical guidance on essential survival skills and emergency planning. The author emphasizes the need for personal preparedness due to increasing natural disasters and emphasizes learning basic survival and first aid techniques. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

When a mysterious force known only as the Shadow infiltrates history, it has a suspicious target: the date October 29 in six different years spanning 999 to 1980. The Time Patrol must send its highly skilled members into the past with only twenty-four hours to stop the destruction each time. Each targeted date features a significant event, including Sir Walter Raleigh’s beheading in 1618, the American stock market crash of 1929, and the first Internet message sent in 1969. But the missions are never as clear-cut as they seem, leading the team straight into the dangerous paths of extraordinary adversaries, such as yetis, krakens, and Vikings. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

How should you start? What are your priorities? Based on after-action reviews of survivors of disasters ranging from tornadoes to hurricanes to wildfires to more, these are things they wished they done before and had on hand. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

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The document describes a narrative where the Time Patrol, a secret agency tasked with protecting the timeline, disappears, leaving only twelve hours to prevent the end of life on Earth due to the evil force known as the Shadow. The Nightstalkers, elite operatives, embark on a perilous mission to find the Time Patrol while facing various mythological challenges. The fate of the world hangs in the balance, as their failure would result in the destruction of all time—past, present, and future. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

The document emphasizes the critical need for personal preparedness in the face of various disasters, highlighting that a significant percentage of Americans lack essential emergency supplies and plans. It outlines the importance of conducting a thorough area study to identify personal risks and resources for preparedness, drawing on the author's experience as a Green Beret. The text also details the structure of a preparedness guide, providing actionable steps and information on survival strategies tailored to different environments and threats. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

The document provides essential guidelines for preparing for, surviving, and recovering from a hurricane, emphasizing the importance of readiness well before a storm hits. It advises on home preparation, emergency supplies, and evacuation strategies, including securing windows, stocking up on water and food, and having an evacuation plan in place. The author also stresses the significance of communication tools, such as emergency apps and maintaining updated contact information, to enhance family safety during a hurricane crisis. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free

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The document emphasizes the importance of food supplies for survival, detailing how long a person can survive without food and the effects of starvation on the body. It recommends having a minimum three-day supply of non-perishable food, including emergency ration bars, and discusses various food storage tips, expiration dates, and scavenging strategies. The author, a former Green Beret, provides insights on food preparation and survival techniques while encouraging preparedness among households. - Download as a PPTX, PDF or view online for free