About

Our Mission

At Battles and Beers, we're on a mission to illuminate the often-overlooked stories of the men, women, and civilians who have braved the extremes of human experience in warfare. We believe that every story, whether from a battlefield or a civilian's perspective, deserves to be told. Our dedication to transparency, historical accuracy, and unwavering commitment to the truth drives us to share these narratives with the world.

Our Origin Story: From Hobby to Legacy

I'm Nick Laidlaw, and my story with Battles and Beers began in 2018. After serving 8 years as a Marine Rifleman and reaching the rank of Sergeant (the best job I ever had), I found my true passion lay in exploring the extraordinary experiences of individuals in the crucible of war.

My mission was simple: to unearth and share the stories of the brave men, women, and civilians who willingly or unwillingly ventured into harm's way. I embarked on a journey of interviews, spanning both sides of nearly every major conflict since 1939. These conversations, now totaling over 1000, have taken me to 20+ different armies and even to the very battlefronts themselves.

What began as a small hobby transformed into something beyond my wildest expectations. Battles and Beers evolved into a powerful social media platform, dedicated to finding veterans from historical and current conflicts and amplifying their stories for the world to hear.

Our core values revolve around transparency, accuracy, historical preservation, and a commitment to truth. We believe that all stories, regardless of their origin, deserve to be told.

This journey has been made possible through the incredible support we've received, and there's always room for more growth and discovery.

Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey. And to my fellow Marines, Semper Fi.