Franklin AnnisSorrow, Duty, and Optimism: Reflections on the Bataan Memorial Death March“Don’t explain your philosophy. Embody it.” — EpictetusMar 20Mar 20
Franklin Annis2,200 Mile Review of the ARYSE IFAST Exoskeleton Ankle BracesMilitaries around the globe are researching exoskeletons to improve the performance and prevent injuries among their soldiers. While many…May 22, 2023May 22, 2023
Franklin AnnisThe “Humble Poet”: Book Review of Not Okay? Okay by Sheridan TaylorI was really impressed by the book Not Okay? Okay: A Roadmap Back from the Brink by Sheridan Taylor. This book contains the life lessons…May 21, 2023May 21, 2023
Franklin AnnisThe Treachery of Scholars: The Attack on the Stoic Military TraditionAmerican universities have become echo chambers. Through years of biased hiring practices and distillation of individuals with common…May 13, 2023May 13, 2023
Franklin AnnisPull at the Oars, my Countrymen!If it be destiny that this weather-beaten ship of thy country shall be saved from drowning, it is destiny withal that she be aided and…Feb 7, 2023Feb 7, 2023
Franklin AnnisNeoStoicism Can Save Our Failing UniversitiesSo let [the American college graduate] habits be formed, and all his economies heroic; no spoiled child, no drone, no epicure, but a stoic…Dec 22, 2022Dec 22, 2022
Franklin AnnisSafari Rifles Go to War: WWI and UkraineOvercoming the armor of an enemy is not a new problem in warfare. Even in the era of industrial war, militaries have often had to seek…Jul 27, 20221Jul 27, 20221
Franklin AnnisWords of Wisdom Upon Your Graduation DaySo let his habits be formed, and all his economies heroic; no spoiled child, no drone, no Epicure, but a Stoic, formidable, athletic…May 27, 2022May 27, 2022
Franklin Annis3,000 Miles of Stoic Toughening TrainingVoluntary Hardship and Psychological ResilienceMar 6, 2022Mar 6, 2022
Franklin AnnisBuying the Farm: A Veteran’s Reflection on Desiring Peace“You are just as dead if you buy the farm in an “incident” as you are if you buy it in a declared war.” — Robert HeinleinMar 4, 2022Mar 4, 2022