Halloween; The magical time of year when kids dress up as…whatever the hell they want, from Disney princesses to literal Coca-Cola bottles. In Scotland, though, where Halloween as we know it has its origins, things were a wee bit different. Let’s take a look at Samhain, the ancient Celtic festival from which Halloween sprang. And …
In a realm where duty and healing intertwined, there lived a valiant home guard medic named Elara. Her heart burned with a fervent desire to master the art of medicine and to serve her community with unwavering dedication. When news reached her of a prestigious medical course designed for nurses and doctors, Elara saw her …
Oh, being an instructor in the Home Guard is an absolute dream come true! Nothing quite compares to the sheer delight of witnessing a group of individuals attempting to save lives with varying degrees of success. It’s like watching a circus act where the clowns, acrobats, and tightrope walkers all collide in a magnificent display …
Greetings, dear readers! Today, I bring you a tale of laughter, sarcasm, and the occasional insanity that ensues when a person of advanced age decides to venture into the realm of military exercises. Yes, my friends, I speak from firsthand experience as a group commander for medics in the Home Guard. Brace yourselves for a …
So….who are we and what do we do? The Swedish Home Guard, or Hemvärnet, is a volunteer military organization that supports the Swedish Armed Forces in a variety of roles. Among the volunteers are medics who play a critical role in supporting the safety and well-being of both their fellow volunteers and the communities they …
