Background The Battle of Arnhem was a major battle of the Second World War at the vanguard of the Allied Operation Market Garden. It was fought in and around the Dutch towns of Arnhem, Oosterbeek, Wolfheze, Driel, and the…
Wings of War (Glory) Game Night.
It was time to break out my old Wings of War miniatures. Out group had been talking about the game for quite some time, but we never got around to it. However,…
In Her Majesty’s Name – Easter Island Ruby
Her Majesty’s Government is seeking the legendary Easter Island Ruby. This valuable artifact must be protected in the safety of Her Majesty’s Museum of Antiquities! However, word of this “protection” mission have…
Random Stuff off the Painting Table.
My painting table often gets stacked up with random models that I pick up here and there. Sometimes I just work on these to clear up space and others just to finish…
Mediterranean Convoy Battle
The Battle of the Mediterranean was the name given to the naval campaign fought in the Mediterranean Sea during World War II, from 10 June 1940 to 2 May 1945. For the most part, the campaign was…
Crescent Root “Old Industry” Series Building Review.
I purchased a few of the new Crescent Root Old Industry to fill out my town collection. I ordered the buildings online and they arrived in their normal timely fashion (usually less…
Armaments In Miniature – Italian SPA S37 APC in 15mm
Background The FIAT SPA S37 Auroprotetto (“self-protected”) was developed in 1941 on the chassis of the FIAT SPA TL37 light artillery tractor deployed in Libya and renowned for its excellent cross-country capabilities. After…
Gatorland, Orlando Florida
While visiting Florida, I drove to the east coast to visit my cousin and his family. While brainstorming family things to do, we came up with the idea of visiting Gatorland in…
Ringling Art Museum, Sarasota Florida
I was in Florida recently visiting friends. One of the stops was Sarasota Florida. While hanging out and enjoying the local food offerings, I did a little sight seeing. One of the…
Valley Forge Park, King of Prussia Pennsylvania
As you might have seen from one of my earlier posts, I recently attended HMGS’ Fall In convention in Pennsylvania. I decided to go up a little early, as I have never…