The Great War, now better known as World War I, wasn’t the first war involving a submarine, but it was the first major conflict that had submarines making a massive impact. Unfortunately for those serving aboard the USS Jacob Jones, a Tucker-class destroyer, this would mean their demise at the hands of a German sub. Sunk somewhere in or near the English Channel, the U.S. Navy … [Read more...]
Quiet Birdmen: How a Secret Military Society Helped Birth the Mai Tai
There’s something about having a rum-based drink with an umbrella in it that makes you feel like you’re on vacation no matter what. One sip and you're transported to beaches on all corners of the Earth, even if you've never been in person. But true tiki drinks aren’t overpriced batches of sugar with wasteful garnishes, and the history of these cocktails runs deep. Arguably no … [Read more...]