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ABOVE: TCS diorama depicting the 11th Virginia in action. ABOVE: 11th Virginia soldier charging (ref. CS00752).The 11th missed the Confederate victory at Chancellorsville ABOVE: 11th Virginia soldier stabbing with knife (ref. CS00754).in May 1863. However, the regiment was in Chambersburg,Pa., acting as the rear guard for Longstreet’s corps when it ABOVE: 11th Virginia soldier advancing at shoulder arms (ref. CS00753).was marched down the turnpike to nearby Gettysburg and TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE 51arrived on the battlefield overnight July 2-3. The 11th formed up in late morning July 3 under the com-mand of Col. Kirkwood Otey as part of Maj. Gen. GeorgePickett ’s division. The regiment stepped off in mid-afternoonfor the assault on Cemetery Ridge. Within the hour, it wasbutchered by Union fire. Out of 359 men engaged, the 11thsuffered 40 percent casualties during the futile Pickett’sCharge that climaxed the decisive Confederate defeat. During the course of 1864, the regiment participated inan April attack on Fort Warren at Plymouth, N.C., thenreturned to Virginia for clashes at Drewry’s Bluff and ColdHarbor. After serving in the trenches at Petersburg duringthe winter of 1864-65, the 11th sustained horrendous lossesat Five Forks and Sailor’s Creek during the final days of Gen.Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia. When Lee surrendered to Union Lt. Gen. Ulyssess S.Grant at Appomattox Court House, Va., April 9, 1865, the11th only mustered 28 men under the command of Com-pany E Sgt. John Adkinson. They were a mere 18 miles or soeast of home in Lynchburg, where they had begun their longmarch down the road to war four years earlier. Proprietor Brian Levy of U.S.-based TCS has spearheadedChinese production of varied figures re-creating the gallantmen of the 11th Virginia. The dynamic, gray-clad Confed-erates in kepis and frock coats include an officer pointingforward and waving his word (ref. CS00749), a Stars and Barsstandard-bearer (ref. CS00750), and soldiers posed standingfiring (ref. CS00751), charging (ref. CS00752), advancing atshoulder arms (ref. CS00753), stabbing with a fearsome knife(ref. CS00754) and using a musket as a club (ref. CS00755).  These 1:30-scale figures exude all the exertion and ten-sion of fighting men in action. Painting in matt colors withshading and highlighting adds to their dramatic appearance.Varied blanket rolls inject splashes of color to the remarkablywell-dressed Virginians. These figures retail for $35.90 U.S. apiece, except thebearer of the fluttering Confederate battle flag,which costs $37.90. n

ASSORTED NEW RELEASESBY KING & COUNTRY LTD.Reviewed by: Stuart A. Hessney Chinese Three Kingdoms “Kneeling Firing Chinese Three Kingdoms soldier   Archer” (ref. IC060) “Attacking With Spear” (ref. IC055). Collectors can re-create Chinese Gloss-painted version of the “Flower Chinese Three Kingdoms soldier Seller Set” (ref. HK224-G) added to thehistory, recruit “Bootnecks,” capture “Slashing With Sword” (ref. IC058). “Streets of Old Hong Kong” series.Kaiser Wilhelm II for their shelves, Chinese Three Kingdoms “Horsemanrefight Monty and the Desert Fox’s With Sword Forward” (ref. IC062).desert duel under the Saharan sun, anda whole lot more from the latest batchof military miniatures unveiled by King& Country Ltd. Overall, the maker introduced 39new items for January 2014. They areauthentically designed in 1:30 scale andpredominately painted in matt colors toa high standard.  THREE KINGDOMSThe decline of the Imperial HanDynasty led to ancient China’s bloodyThree Kingdoms period from aboutA.D. 220 to 280. The era’s namestems from the creation of a tripartitebetween the states of Shu, Wei and Wu. Civil wars, rebellions and rivalriesnearly destroyed China during thisrelatively brief period. But it has beenromanticized in all types of media, fromfolklore and novels to TV, movies andeven video games. When it comes tomilitary miniatures, K&C is bringingout armored infantry and cavalry tobuild on its previous releases of periodfigures and a very fine frontier fort. The foot soldiers in varied posesinclude two types with spears, a pairof infantrymen armed with swords andred round shields, and archers either Chinese Three Kingdoms “Standing Ready Archer” (ref. IC061).“Chinese New Year Blossoms” Napoleonic “Royal Marine Standing Firing” Napoleonic “Royal Marine Standing(ref. HK227). (ref. NA265). Loading” (ref. NA267).52 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE

standing ready or kneeling and standing Napoleonic “Royal Marine Senior Napoleonic “Royal Marine Drummer”firing. They cost £44.95 U.K./$44 U.S. Officer” (ref. NA272). (ref. NA270).apiece. Napoleonic “Royal Marine Kneeling to Napoleonic “Royal Marine Officer With Repel” (ref. NA269). Horsemen priced at £122.95/$125 Sword” (ref. NA271).apiece have their swords pointed either Great War additions includeforward or downwards as they charge German Kaiser Wilhelm II (ref. FW126).into action. Sticking with China-related topics,but moving the calendar ahead almost2,000 years, K&C has added two itemsto its popular “Streets of Old HongKong” series. A “Flower Stall Set” (ref.HK224) depicts a florist with a colorfuldisplay of blossoms, and is available ineither gloss or matt finishes. It can becomplemented by the potted “ChineseNew Year Blossoms” (ref. HK227).These items retail for £87.95/$89 and£20.95/$21, respectively.  MARINES & REBELK&C cofounder and Creative DirectorAndy C. Neilson, who served in theBritish Royal Marines, is delving intotheir history during the NapoleonicWars against France. “They saw plenty of service onboth land and sea, and helped defeatNapoleon from the sands of Egypt tothe waters off Trafalgar,” Andy noted. Leather stocks worn during thisperiod gained Marines the nickname“Bootnecks.” When they were at sea,they provided security and helpedmaintain discipline amongst a RoyalNavy vessel’s crew. If a ship-to-shipbattle erupted, they would serve asriflemen, crew cannons and spearheadboarding parties. K&C’s eight new Marines dressedin scarlet jackets and white trousers “Kneeling Firing Confederate” (ref. CW103).German Field Marshal Helmuth vonMoltke (ref. FW127). TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE 53

WWI German soldier “Charging With Rifle” WWII British gunner “Standing With(ref. FW136). Ramrod” in black boots (ref. EA090-BR).WWII British “Desert Quad Gun WWII Australian 25-pounder gun crewTractor & Limber” (ref. EA085). with brown boots (ref. EA091-AU).WWII British 25-pounder “The Wood Merchant’sfield gun (ref. EA087-BR). House” (ref. SP062)WWII Australian “Gun would fit in a wideCommander” (ref. EA089). range of themes from Middle Eastern history. WWII German Sd.Kfz 251 halftrack (ref. WS218) in a three-color camouflage scheme.54 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE

The WWII German figure titled “Spoils of are portrayed fighting ashore, possibly in the wake of anWar” heads to a pig roast (ref. WS221). amphibious landing. They include a senior officer, an officerWWII German figure titled as brandishing a sword, a drummer and Bootnecks with muskets“The Apple Thief” (ref. WS227). either firing, loading or ready to repel in enemy attack. TheChinese Three Kingdoms soldier drummer goes for £58.95/$59 and the rest cost £44.95/$45“Standing Ready With Spear” (ref. IC056). each. K&C has also looked back to the 1800s to add a Confederate soldier posed kneeling firing (ref. CW103) to its American Civil War range. This butternut-clad and bearded Rebel in worn clothing costs £42.95/$43.   GREAT WAR To mark this year’s centenary of the outbreak of World War I, K&C has produced figures on horseback portraying Kaiser Wilhelm II (ref. FW126) watching his troops “from a safe distance” and the great strategist Field Marshal Helmuth von Moltke (ref. FW127) pointing things out. They cost £117.95/$119 apiece, complete with pickelhaubes. Four new German riflemen in early war gear are posed running, advancing, charging and at present arms. Expect to pay £44.95/$45 apiece for these circa 1914 infantrymen from the Baden 114th Infantry Regiment.   WWII 8TH ARMY The battles across North Africa between Axis forces led by “Desert Fox” Erwin Rommel and the Allies have inspired 10 new items representing Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery’s 8th Army. They include a vehicle, artillery, and British and Australian fighting men differentiated by a subtle distinction. “For reasons unknown,” Andy mused, “Australian `Diggers’ were issued brown boots, unlike their British mates, who got regulation British Army black boots!” K&C’s string of quad gun tractor and limber sets has been Chinese Three Kingdoms “Standing Firing Archer” (ref. IC059).Chinese Three Kingdoms soldier Chinese Three Kingdoms“Attacking With Sword” (ref. IC057). “Horseman With Sword Downwards” (ref. IC063). TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE 55

WWI German soldier WWI German soldier expanded with a new desert version (ref.“Advancing With Rifle” (ref. “Running With Rifle” EA085) complete with a driver. TheFW135). (ref. FW131). components are painted in a desert sandWWI German soldier Napoleonic “Royal Marine color with a charcoal gray camouflage“Advancing With Rifle” (ref. Standing to Repel” (ref. NA268). pattern. This impressive polystone andFW135). metal set costs £205.95/$209.WWII British 25-pounder gun WWII British “Guncrew (ref. EA091-BR). Commander” (ref. EA088). The quad set would look striking towing a 25-pounder field gun (ref. EA087) available in either Australian or British versions hinged on the color of an included gunner’s boots. This artillery set retails for £93.95/$95. Additional gun crew figures available separately include a British commander in a steel helmet (ref. EA088), an Australian officer in a slouch hat (ref. EA089) and standing gunners with ramrods (ref. EA090) in either brown or black boots. The aforementioned pieces cost £43.95/$44 apiece. Two-figure sets of British and Commonwealth gunners kneeling and standing with ammo (ref. EA091) sell for £86.95/$88. Though I’m lumping it in with Monty’s WWII “Desert Rats,” “The Wood Merchant’s House” (ref. SP062) could fit in with any of the maker’s Middle Eastern-themed ranges dating all the way back to biblical times. This two-story building is priced at £162.95/$165.   SPOILS OF WAR Also new for WWII is a German Sd.Kfz 251 halftrack (ref. WS218) in a three-color camouflage scheme. This nicely detailed armored vehicle would fit in numerous combat scenarios and sells for £192.95/$198.  This batch of animated and moving monthly releases is rounded out by a pair of grinning Germans enjoying the spoils of war. They are priced at £46.95/$47 apiece. One soldier has liberated a pig carried under his right arm (ref. WS221) while his comrade lugs a crate of ripe red apples (ref. WS227). “How can you possibly have roast pork without some tasty apple sauce?”Andy asked in jest. n WWII Australian gunner “Standing With Ramrod” (ref. EA090-AU).56 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE

NAPOLEONIC SAXON GUARD DU CORPS CAVALRYBY FIRST LEGION LTD. Reviewed by: Stuart A. Hessney After undergoing reorganization, the “Saxon Guard   Saxon army took part in the occupation of du Corps Some stunning Napoleonic cavalry- the Netherlands in 1814. Soon the Con- Standard-Bearer” gress of Vienna carved up Saxony, giving (ref. NA0429). men from the Kingdom of Saxony have Prussia a large percentage of its popula- been issued by First Legion Ltd. tion and military forces. Any protests “Saxon Guard du from Saxon troops put under Prussian Corps Officer” Saxony sided with Prussia against command were violently suppressed. A (ref. NA0427). Emperor Napoleon I’s France during scaled-down Saxon Corps fought with the the War of the Fourth Coalition in Allies in the Upper Rhine region during “Saxon Guard du 1806. But the Germans were soundly the 1815 campaign. Corps Wounded thrashed and the French occupied the Trooper” Electorate of Saxony. After it became On paper, the heavy cavalry of the (ref. NA0430). a member of the Confederation of Garde du Corps had a strength of 670 the Rhine, Napoleon conferred king- men in four squadrons. Their handsome dom status on it Dec. 20, 1806. Newly uniform was similar to the French cara- crowned King Frederick Augustus I bineers, with magnificent brass helmets of Saxony became a staunch ally of topped by crests, yellow tunics (except Bonaparte. red for a trumpeter), buff breeches, white gloves and knee-high black leather boots. Ensuing Saxon army reforms included the formation of a cavalry The regiment favored black horses under division with three brigades, one hus- ideal circumstances, but color variations are sar regiment and the Garde du Corps evident in First Legion’s eight military min- as modeled in 60-mm scale by First iatures.They include a trumpeter that costs Legion. The Saxon army mobilized $169.95 U.S. and a standard-bearer priced Feb. 15, 1812, for Napoleon’s invasion at $179.95. An officer, wounded trooper of Russia. It contributed 18 infantry and four other cavalrymen in varied poses battalions, 28 cavalry squadrons and 56 retail for $159.95 apiece. Superb animation artillery pieces to the Grande Armée. and matt painting in the connoisseur style enliven these man and mount compositions. In the wake of the failed Russian campaign, much of the fighting during The Garde du Corps was nearly an- 1813 took place in Saxon territory. A nihilated along with the rest of the Saxon large portion of the Saxon contingent heavy cavalry during Napoleon's march on defected to the Allies during the third Moscow and the wintry retreat from Russia. day of the Battle of Leipzig in Saxony The regiment was not reconstituted until Oct. 16-19, 1813, and King Frederick after the Napoleonic Wars. n Augustus was taken prisoner. “Saxon Guard du“Saxon Guard du Corps TrooperCorps Trumpeter” (ref. No. 4”NA0428). (ref. NA0434).“Saxon Guard du “Saxon Guard du CorpsCorps Trooper No. 3” Trooper No. 1”(ref. NA0433). (ref. NA0431). “Saxon Guard du Corps Trooper No. 2” (ref. NA0432). TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE 57

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KIT n Paul NewmanKORNER nails down news about the latestTHE LATEST MODEL FIGURE KITS AND MORE model figure kits and more.CONFEDERATE CAVALRY CAPTAINBY SK MINIATURESReviewed by: Paul Newman KIT DETAILS figure is 120-mm tall, from the base of the feet to the eyes.S  The kit comes in 10 gray resin parts K Miniatures has supplied a with superb details. There is no set of The model does not include a base, Confederate cavalry captain kit for painting instructions nor recommended which should not be a problem as most review. It gave me a chance to have a reading, so the modeler has to look up this hobbyists make their own anyway. Also, thego at practicing painting a large face and an information. Since the ACW is a popular kit does not come with any metal sheet/extensive area of clothing. It also afforded period and the conflict’s sesquicentennial is plastic sheet for the sword straps, so thesean opportunity for me to try painting two being observed, lots of reference material is needed cutting out from scraps I have.different shades of the same color: gray. available! The sword would be only be resting Sculpted by Mike Good, this figure I referred to the 1991 book “American against the hand when constructed, so Idepicts a dismounted cavalry officer from the Soldier: United States Armies in Uniform, intended adding it to the figure after all theAmerican Civil War.The model figure kit is 1755 to the Present” by Philip Katcher. rest was made and painted.available for £36, plus postage, from proprietor It covers almost all the uniforms that oneSteve Kirtley of the U.K.-based business. could come up against. Though the book ACW CAVALRY is no longer in print, used copies can be My first inspection of the figure showed it found from online sources such as eBay and In order of priority, the prime roles ofto be really crisp and well-defined, with only a Amazon. ACW cavalry were reconnaissance andcouple of pinprick holes where bubbles in the screening army movements, conductingresin molding process left marks. This is what I call a traditional cavalry delaying and defensive actions, harassing officer. The figure strikes a casual pose, and pursuing defeated foes, long-distanceBELOW: The Confederate cavalry captain kit right leaning on his sword with his right hand raiding, and going on the offensive inout of the box. The resin is actually gray, but camera in his jacket in the fashionable way of the clashes. This was a contrast from earlierlighting made it look more like a brown here time, with a feather in his Stetson. The periods such as the Napoleonic Wars, when60 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE

taking offensive action was the main role by Stuart’s cavalry. However, after the battle metal sheet (I find that the metal from anof massed cavalry unleashed to smash and had been won for all intents and purposes, old takeaway container provides the rightenvelop enemy infantry. Federal cavalry was wasted in a deadly thickness and can be cut easily). I did not blunder. add any buckles as the longer belt has a A change in tactics came about due to casting of one on the model where it meetsthe development and adoption of the rifled Union Brig. Gen. Elon J. Farnsworth the belt around the waist.musket in the 1850s. It made it possible was ordered to charge his cavalry brigadefor a foot soldier to fire multiple rounds against Rebel infantry positions below I drilled a hole in the sole of the left footaccurately to a range of 300 yards or more. Little Round Top south of Devil’s Den. and added a pin made from a paper clip toThis made a cavalryman an all too easy Farnsworth protested that such a charge hold it whilst painting. This also providedtarget long before he could come to grips had no chance of success. But he followed a stronger join for later when I glued thewith enemy infantry. orders and attacked. The Yankee horsemen figure on a base. were repulsed with heavy losses. Their dead Cavalry did launch offensive actions included the 25-year-old Farnsworth, who The completed figure was double-during the ACW, but usually against was shot in the chest five times. checked for any missed mold lines. Aopposing horsemen, not infantry. Major couple of mold bubble holes were filledcavalry versus cavalry engagements BUILDING THE KIT with Super Glue.included 1863’s Battle of Brandy Stationand 1864’s Battle of Yellow Tavern, both in There were hardly any mold lines on the PAINTING THE KITVirginia. figure apart from the lower outside of the left and right arms. The lines were quickly After the figure was assembled, it was given The Battle of Gettysburg fought July removed with a scalpel blade scraped over a spray of gray primer. The choice of primer1-3, 1863, is a good illustration of cavalry the surface and a quick buff with wet and color is often debated amongst hobbyists.pros and cons. For example, Union Brig. dry paper (I used wet so as to reduce the My decision in this case was obvious!Gen. John Buford led dismounted cavalry potential damage from the paper).troopers armed with rapid-firing carbines As stated before, there aren’t anywhose dogged delaying action led to their Good use has been made of the resin coloring details with the kit. As a result, IArmy of the Potomac securing crucial high mold blocks on a few of the parts because referred to pictures found on the Internetground on the first day of the battle. they serve as the connecting pins between and my copy of “American Soldier: United parts. This was especially effective on the States Armies in Uniform, 1755 to the On the Confederate side, Gen. Robert join between the torso and legs. There was Present,” which has a page showing variousE. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia was a bit of filing needed, however, to make the Confederate cavalry officers.“blinded” by the absence of Maj. Gen. two parts sit neatly together.J.E.B. Stuart’s cavalry at the beginning of With this figure being mainly gray, thethe battle. Lee lacked vital information A mold block on the back of the hat had only undercoating I did was on the faceabout the terrain and the Union forces to be carefully cut away due to the thinness in a medium flesh color. I applied a fairlyarrayed against him because Stuart was of the part. solid base color using two or three passes ofmiles away raiding the Pennsylvania the brush, then the whites of the eyes in ancountryside. This proved to be a factor in I used Super Glue to attach the parts off-white.Lee’s decisive defeat. because the resin is light and the surface area for most of the joints is fairly large. I then started to paint the face. I wanted The ultimate Union victory on the third to show him as a blue-eyed, blond-hairedday at Gettysburg was keyed by the failures The sword and belts were left off until soldier. I painted the eyes in acrylic using aof Pickett’s Charge and a flanking attempt it was time for the model is to be placed gray-light blue mix for the iris and a dark on a base. I made the belts out of scrap gray for the pupils. The eyes were finished with a spot of red in the corner for the tearBELOW: A resin mold block serves as the join between the torso and legs. ducts and dark brown around the eyes for the eyelashes. A light flesh tone was added to the upper and lower eyelids. The rest of the face was painted in mixes of medium to light flesh. A slight red was added in the mix for the cheeks, as blond-haired people are usually lighter in skin tone than dark-haired people, in my opinion. As has happened before, the right eye didn’t come out as well as I wanted first time around, so I had to do a bit of reworking. Once I was happy with the eyes and the flesh tones, I applied a few very light layers of oil color to get the flesh tones blending together. The hair was painted in a mix of medium brown and light tan colors The uniform was painted in a blue-gray for the tunic and a darker brown-gray for the trousers to show that they are not a suit! For both, I painted a layer of the chosen mid-gray first of all, then added some lowlights in a blue/dark gray or dark brown/dark gray mix, and gradually lightened the clothing to the highlights of a light blue/gray or light brown/gray mix. The gloves were painted using a “white” acrylic paint set that already has the colors premixed. I only added a gray to this to TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE 61

ABOVE: The figure was undercoated in acrylics. ABOVE: Back view of the figure painted in two shades of gray.ABOVE: Acrylics were used to apply more definition. ABOVE: Yellow elements were undercoated and shaded. ABOVE: Oil paint was applied to refine the shadows, highlights and skin color. ABOVE: A “cutting back” technique was used to refine the lines of the yellow62 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE Austrian knots on the cuffs.

ABOVE: Note the level of detailing achieved on the ACW kit figure. ABOVE: Front view of the figure after it was painted in two shades of gray.add more depth for the darkest shadows as I like them to be Gold braid on the collar was painted in a dull brown, thenemphasized against the lighter white mixes. As recommended in highlighted with spots of gold to represent the gold in the weave.the paint set, pure white is only applied to the highest of the lightareas. Most of the “white” is a light yellow-gray-white mix. Then the figure was retouched where the different colors met each other with thin line of a dark brown/gray wash to represent The sash should be yellow and I decided to paint the feather shadow. Next this was cut back with the main color so that thein the hat yellow too, I used a standard yellow for the sash and shadow area did not too show up too much.a “German Yellow,” which has a slight gray-green in it, for thefeather to show that they are not the same material. The yellows The sword scabbard was painted in a “steel gray” acrylic mixedwere mixed with a green for the darker areas and highlighted with with black, then washed over with the steel gray. The hand guarda white mix. was painted in a brass color. The trickiest part of the model to paint was the Austrian knot The last part to be painted was the “metals” on the rest of theweave of braid on the cuffs. This was painted using a “cutting back” figure -- the buttons and belt buckle. These were painted in atechnique, which I use for all instances where a thin line has to dark brown, then medium tones added in a brass color. Next thebe painted (for example, the often seen red line down navy blue brass was then highlighted with a touch of silver to represent lighttrousers). reflecting off the metal. The basic color was applied to the braid, making sure that I had Since the figure is standing casually and does not occupy muchcovered all the braid and not worrying about getting too much ground space, I chose a smallish base to stand him on. For theon the surrounding area. Then I added highlighting and shadows, groundwork, I decided to show him in a dry, dusty patch of land. Iincluding thin black washes where the braid goes over itself in the only added a few bits of “grass” to the groundwork made in plaster“knot.”The last step in the process was to go over the surrounding with a few bits of gravel to represent rocks. The whole groundworkarea (the blue/gray of the cuff in this case) and go up to the braid was painted in a light sand color, going over the boots to show thatwith the brush, “cutting back” the yellow paint to leave a neat line. the Rebel officer had been walking and riding in the area. The model was pinned to the base and a name plate added to tell the viewer about the subject to complete the circa 1862 model. Thanks to SK Miniatures for the review kit. This is a fine model that would really add to any collection. It can be painted up as you see fit. Many color variations are possible for the tunic and trousers, making it easy to “make it your own,” so why not have a go! n TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE 63

ABOVE:  Closeup of the finished cavalry captain. ABOVE: Back view of the completed Confederate.about the reviewerPaul Newman is a keen modeler whose main interest is the Napoleonic Wars, particularly British cavalry. He is a longtimemember of the British Model Soldier Society and serves as its treasurer while his wife, Julie, is its secretary. Paul’smemberships have also included Planetfigure and The Basement. In addition, the Newmans operate Name It! providingengraved nameplates to model figure enthusiasts. They can be found manning their stand at many major European shows.64 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE



RBEoVoIEkWS ■ Reviews of READ ALL ABOUT IT... books of interest to history buffs as well as toy soldier and model figure enthusiasts.THE WARGAMING COMPENDIUMAuthor: Henry Hyde armies, but how to ght everything from good sense of humor. “ e WargamingPublished by: Pen & Sword Books Ltd. a little skirmish to an epic battle. Read- Compendium” ranks as a great additionISBN: 978-1-84884-221-2 ers will also nd advice about purchasing to the pastime’s lore that arrived just inPrice: £35 U.K./$65 U.S. and painting various types and sizes of time to mark the 100th anniversary of theReviewed by: Stuart A. Hessney miniatures, along with ideas for creating publication of H.G. Wells’ groundbreak- terrain. ing book “Little Wars” in 1913.   “ e Wargaming Compendium” rst Resources supplied include lists of Hyde’s comprehensive and entertain-showed up on my radar a couple of years books, museums, manufacturers and ing book is highly recommended to bothago and immediately became an eagerly wargaming-related shows. In a nod to the more experienced tabletop generals andawaited book. It seems like it took forever Digital Age, tips on digital photography beginners. e latter will feel like a per-to appear in print, but please rest assured and blogging are o ered. sonable and seasoned wargamer is look-that this instant classic was well worth ing over their shoulder expertly guidingthe wait! How-to topics also include creating them to victory every step of the way. ■ Author Henry Hyde rst became a scenario, solo wargaming and com-interested in history and wargaming manding eitheras a small boy in England playing with ground, aerialhis toy fort, mobilizing toy soldiers and or naval cam-making Air x plastic kits. He became an paigns. Hyde’shonors graduate in European history and guidelines forlanguages from Sussex University before relatively sim-embarking on a career in graphic design ple rules can beand copywriting. applied to all Hyde was editor of the bimonthly periods of his-magazine Battlegames when he was tory or fantasy rst commissioned to write this book in realms.2009, but it wasn’t ready to go to printuntil 2013. During the intervening years, is hard-fortunes rose and fell in the publishing cover book isworld, leading to his magazine being well-endowedmerged with Miniature Wargames. He with maps,is now editor of the rebranded monthly illustrationspublication Miniature Wargames With and colorBattlegames. photographs. e author’s 30 years of experience ey picturecovering the hobby illuminate this 256- everythingpage book, which comes with a foreward from gures topenned by retired Brigadier Charles S. various war-Grant, OBE. Hyde achieves the delicate gamers clus-balancing act of creating appeal for new- tered aroundcomers and veteran gamers alike in this their battlesengrossing book. and re-enactors in uniform. A thorough introduction to wargam-ing and its evolution pays well-deserved etribute to past books that laid the graphic artsgroundwork for “ e Wargaming Com- extravaganzapendium.” An entire section is devoted to is enhanced“Choosing a Period,” from ancient history by lively andto science ction. engaging text that clearly Questions of scale addressed include explains thingsnot only the mustering of miniature with a feel for air and a66 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE

IMPERIAL GERMAN COLONIAL AND OVERSEAS TROOPS 1885-1918Author: Alejandro de Quesada “Schutztruppe,” which received support recruited in Africa, China, NewIllustrator: Stephen Walsh from marines of the Imperial German Guinea and Samoa, including thePublished by: Osprey Publishing, Navy “Seebataillone.” East Asia regiments.Men-at-Arms 490ISBN: 978-1-78096-164-4 This 48-page book covers the Campaigns chronicled include thePrice: £9.99 U.K./$17.95 U.S. organization, weapons, equipment and various Nama and Herero RebellionsReviewed by: Leo Winston un forms of Schutztruppe, colonial in German South-West Africa. officials and police in Cameroon, My collection includes assorted German East Africa and German Gen. Paul von Lettow-Vorbecktoy soldiers based on Imperial South-West Africa. The author also became legendary for his brilliantGermany’s short-lived overseas examines the marines and native troops campaign against Allied forces inempire, so I was riveted by this new East Africa during World War I.book authored by Alejandro de His command never exceeded aboutQuesada. 3,000 German nationals and 12,000 African askaris. But he managed to “Imperial German Colonial and tie down 300,000 British, PortugueseOverseas Troops 1885-1918” covers and Belgian troops for four years. Hethe period when newly unified still had 1,500 troops in the field inGermany claimed possessions in British Northern Rhodesia when hethe Pacific and Africa, and carved agreed to a ceasefire three days afterout an enclave in China. The keys the war in Europe ended in 1918.to German expansion were theambition of young Kaiser Wilhelm This 48-page paperback is richlyII and rivalry with the old colonial illustrated with black and whitepowers. photographs of German forces on the march or riding everything Protectorates originated by from horses to camels and bicycles.German trading companies were Excellent color plates by Stephentransformed into crown colonies. Walsh showing details of theirSome of them were much larger uniforms and insignia put anin terms of territorial extent exclamation point on the potentialthan the German homeland in attraction of this book for anymainland Europe. The colonies hobbyist seeking inspirations forwere garrisoned by newly raised collecting, building dioramas and making models. ■LINCOLN’S 90-DAY VOLUNTEERS 1861Author: Ron Field years of bloody ghting and devastation. correspondence, newspapers, photographs,Illustrator: Adam Hook Events quickly showed that the Union’s manufacturers’ records and state archivesPublished by: Osprey Publishing, during the course of authoring his newMen-at-Arms 489 90-day enlistment of 75,000 volunteers book, “Lincoln’s 90-Day Volunteers 1861.”ISBN: 978-1-78096-918-3 was totally unrealistic. Much lengthier and His concise yet thorough descriptionsPrice: £9.99 U.K./$17.95 U.S. extensive mobilizations followed. supply a wealth of accurate details that areReviewed by: Stuart A. Hessney complemented by color plates brilliantly At rst though, the defense of Wash- illustrated by Adam Hook. is 48-page When the American Civil War erupted, ington depended on a loyal but hastily paperback aptly punctuates the colorfulthings must have looked bleak for Union mustered force of volunteers and militia. and extremely diverse appearance of thePresident Abraham Lincoln. Geography Most of them were inexperienced, ledplaced the Federal capital city of Washing- by unquali ed o cers, poorly trained rst Union volunteer units in the earlyton, D.C., on the doorstep of Confederate and kitted out in a motley assortment of days of the war. ■Virginia. e U.S. Army only mustered weapons, equipment and uniforms. Instead16,000 regulars, with most of them scat- of standard Union blue, their multihuedtered across America in far- ung outposts. uniforms included a stunning number of units dressed in the gray that became as- On April 15, 1861, just two days sociated with the Confederacy.after Fort Sumter fell in South Carolina,Lincoln issued a call to arms for 75,000 ese were the sort of Union units thatvolunteers from the loyal Northern and got whipped in the war’s rst major battleborder states to enlist for the optimistic at Bull Run (Manassas), Va., July 21, 1861.term of only three months to defend the A spirited Confederate counterattack trig-Union. A patriotic fervor propelled a rally gered panic and the Union retreat turnedaround the ag, much as would occur 53 into a rout as undisciplined Yankees hot-years later when World War I broke out footed it to Washington. Both sides werein Europe and men motivated by national stunned by the ferocity of the ghting andpride enlisted with an expectation of a their heavy casualties. A realization beganquick outcome. e common denominator to set in that the war was going to beand brutal reality in both wars were four much deadlier and longer than anticipated. Ron Field diligently researched period TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE 67

ANTIOCHUS THE GREATAuthor: Michael Taylor Antiochus III the Great was only a suzerainty in the Mediterranean. However,Published by: Pen & Sword Books Ltd. teenager when he became the sixth ruler his expeditionary force had to be evacuat-ISBN: 978-1-84884-463-6 of the Seleucid Empire. e Greek king ed after getting trounced at ermopylae.Price: £19.99 U.K./$39.95 U.S. inherited a realm in shambles torn by civilReviewed by: Leo Winston strife and whittled down by territorial Unwilling to bow to Roman demands, the resilient Antiochus mobilized his secessions. forces to combat an invasion. However, However, he vanquished rebel he was dealt a defeat by Consul Lucius Cornelius Scipio and his brother, Scipio armies, then embarked on a Africanus, in the Battle of Magnesia campaign of reuni cation and fought in 190 B.C. e ensuing Treaty of conquest chronicled in Michael Apamea was crippling, forcing Antiochus Taylor’s interesting new book, to give up territory in Asia Minor and pay “Antiochus the Great.” a huge war indemnity of 15,000 talents. Egyptian Pharaoh Ptolemy Antiochus lost power and prestige at IV got the best of Antiochus at the hands of the Romans. But when he the Battle of Raphia. However, died in 187 B.C., he left the Seleucid Em- his campaigns to the east reaf- pire in much better shape than he found it in. e author shows how this energetic rmed Seleucid hegemony as and e ective ruler was a worthy successor far a eld as today’s Afghanistan to Alexander the Great. and Pakistan. In the course of pro ling Antiochus Looking back to the west, III, this 192-page book examines Seleucid Antiochus and the cataphracts royal administration and military organi- of his armored heavy cavalry zation. Taylor also recounts the military decisively defeated Ptolemy campaigns and battles that shaped the V at the Battle of Panium in empire’s fate. 200 B.C. is resulted in the addition of Koile Syria to the With only six pages of maps and eight pages of photos, all in black and white, this Seleucid Empire. book is a letdown on the illustrative front. Undaunted by the growing But it makes for very interesting reading about a man who declared himself the power of the Roman Repub- “champion of Greek freedom against Ro- lic and its recent successes man domination” only to be defeated. ■ against Carthage and Mac- edon, Antiochus decided to mount a challenge to ItalianSNAFUAuthor: Gordon L. Rottman For example, the reader will learn that on the ball” and buy a copy of this book.Published by: Osprey Publishing quarters for members of the British After all, if you “miss the boat” you’llISBN: 978-1-78200-175-1 Women’s Royal Naval Service (WRNS), never know what a sailor meant when hePrice: £9.99 U.K./$15.95 U.S. or Wrens, became known as “nesting said, “I felt like a dog on its hind legs.” ■Reviewed by: Stuart A. Hessney boxes.” e U.S.-built Lockheed Hudson A-29 twin-engine light bomber was Gordon L. Rottman plumbs the referred to as the “Pregnant Duck.” edepths of military history, etymology and German term “sidenwurm” (silkworm)humor in “SNAFU: Situation Normal was applied to a paratrooper becauseAll F***ed Up: Sailor, Airman, and parachute canopies were fabricated fromSoldier Slang of World War II.” silk. is new hardback book is a follow- Colorful, risqué and funny “secretup to 2007’s “FUBAR: Soldier Slang of language” abounds in this book, fromWorld War II,” with the main di erence “alligators” (U.S. Navy amphibiousbeing the addition of terms originated by forces) to “zwiebelkutscher” (German forairmen and sailors. “onion coachman” or supply train soldier) and “zahmer Tommy” (German for a dud e author explains how military British grenade).service encouraged adoption of uniquelanguage that separated men and women e book is illustrated with periodin uniform from civilians, though many cartoons and other images showingslang terms have gone into common military slang in use. Additionalusage. is book documents the origins appendices list the nicknames of theof acronyms, expressions and phrases war’s major surface vessels and types ofthat formed the uno cial, colloquial aircraft.language of barracks and battle eldsbefore making their way into boardrooms To parrot just a few of the words fromand bedrooms. this book, if you want to put a smile on your face while learning something about Sections of this 376-page book cover military history and the evolution ofslang of the war’s major combatants. language, don’t be a “meathead.” Just “get68 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE

ITALIAN SOLDIER IN NORTH AFRICA 1941-43Coauthors:Piero Crociani & Pier Paolo BattistelliIllustrator:Steve NoonPublished by:Osprey Publishing,Warrior 169 it virtually impossible for them to meet ISBN: 978-1-78096-855-1 British forces on equal terms. MoralePrice:£11.99 U.K./$18.95 U.S. apparently sagged, except perhaps inReviewed by:Hayden Hammersmith elite units, because Italian soldiers received little relief from the fatigueItalians Piero Crociani and Pier of long months on the front lines.Paolo Battistelli, coauthors of “Italian Losses, lack of rotation and insufficientSoldier in North Africa 1941-43,” think reinforcements were continuoustoo much attention has been paid to challenges.the role of the German Afrika Korps At times, this book reads like a litanyon the Axis side in the World War II of Italian divisions destroyed in combat.campaign. They point out that it was By the time Axis forces in Tunisiathe numerically superior forces of the surrendered in May 1943, hundredsItalian army who actually held the line of thousands of Italians had becomeand formed the majority of the fighting prisoners of war.power available to the “Desert Fox,” But Italian forces demonstratedGerman Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, resiliency and effectiveness too. Thewhen he scored some stunning introduction of armored, mechanizedsuccesses. and parachute elite units helpedThe writers contend that the restore the fighting reputation ofperformance of Italian troops has been the Italian soldier. Their Germanunfairly criticized through the years. allies belatedly acknowledged this byThey also assert that Italian elite units redesignating Panzerarmee Afrika aswere the equals of their German and the 1st Italian Army in February 1943. and wartime photos enhance the text as the coauthors concisely make a casetheir Allied counterparts. The 64-page paperback details that the Italian soldiers who fought in the desert have been unfairly malignedHowever, it should be noted that the recruitment, organization and and ignored for far too long. ■the Italians suffered from a lack of experiences of Italian soldiers. Verymobility and poor equipment that made nicely done color plates by Steve NoonLEGIONS OF ROMEAuthor: Stephen Dando-Collins weapons, auxiliaries and rations. with information. e overall content andPublished by: St. Martin’s Press/ “ e Legions” addresses 23 topics, presentation are excellent. I highly recom- mend “Legions of Rome” as both a valuable omas Dunne Books including legion organization, artillery, siege reference book and a great read. ■ISBN: 978-1-25000-471-0 equipment and cavalry evolutions. isPrice: £35 U.K./$42 U.S. section also lists the unit histories of everyReviewed by: A.J. Mergenthaler legion, their emblems, battle honors and commanders. Various types of o cers’ roles “Legions of Rome: e De ni- are described and put in perspective. tive History of Every Imperial RomanLegion” is a must book for the library e unit histories are followed byof anyone with more than just a cursory full-color renderings of all of the legions’interest in this military subject matter. shields, from I Adiutrix to XXX Ulpia. e Praetorian Guard, the Emperor’s Household e award-winning author, Stephen Cavalry and the Imperial Bodyguard are alsoDando-Collins, is steeped in the history encompassed. For pure reference material,of the times, personalities and con icts of the full-color depictions of the shields aloneImperial Rome. With 608 pages, includ- are worth the price of this terri c book.ing sources, an index, numerous illustra-tions and photographs, this hardcover “ e Battles” section is comprised of 76book is a treasure trove of information. speci c clashes or campaigns that clearly outline the early victories, growth and even- It is divided into three major sections tual demise of Rome’s in uence as the worldtitled “ e Men,”“ e Legions” and “ e power of its day. is chronicle of wars, re-Battles,” with numerous subdivisions in volts and internecine struggles for individualeach section. power clearly demonstrate the internal weaknesses that led to fall of Imperial Rome. In “ e Men,” there are 29 subjectscovered such as enlisting, pay, musicians, is is a very well-written book crammedWRITE A BOOK REVIEW! Do you have a non-fiction book of interest that you’d like to review in TS&MF? Then please get in touch with Editor Stuart A. Hessney about requirements via e-mail at  [email protected]. TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE 69

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shows and clubs Event organizers are invited to submit information for inclusion in the Toy Soldier Calendar.Toy Soldier CalendarMarch to May 2014MARCH $6; children under 12 free. Contact: organizers Carl 855 850. Hoegermeyer, tel: (215) 794-5606, or John Stengel of British Model Soldier Society (Essex Branch), Sun., March 2, 18th Annual New Jersey Toy The Marx-Man, tel: (718) 418-9439; Website: toysol-Soldier, Military and Miniature Figure Show and diershowpromo.com. Two Brewers, Springfield Road, Chelmsford,Sale, Clarion Hotel Empire Meadowlands, 2 Harmon England. Meets at 8 p.m. on the second WednesdayPlaza, Secaucus, N.J., USA. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admis- MAY of every month. Information: Les Bickmore, tel:sion $6; children under 10 free. Contact: Ed Gries of 01621 744234.Relic Golden Amusements, tel: (201) 342-6475. Sat., May 3, Ontario Model Soldier Society’s 52nd Annual On Parade, Old Fort York, 100 Gar- British Model Soldier Society (Northants Sun., March 9, 25th Annual West Coaster Toy rison Road,Toronto, Ont., Canada. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Branch), Wellingborough Bowls Club, Hatton ParkSoldier & Miniature Figure Show, Irvine Marriott The show will feature vendors, displays and an open Road, Wellingborough, Northants, England. MeetsHotel (Orange County Airport), 18000 Von Karman competition. Admission to the hobby event is free at 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month.Ave., Irvine, Calif., USA. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission with paid entry to the fort. Contact: Chairman Tom Information: Terry O’Neill, tel: 01933 681536.$6; children under 12 free. For information, tel: (760) Elliot, tel: (905) 542-2393; e-mail: [email protected], fax: (760) 758-7004, Website: www.old- com or [email protected]; Website: www.omss.ca. British Model Soldier Society (Northerntoysoldierhome.com or e-mail: oldtoysoldierhome@ Branch) and the Manchester Association ofearthlink.com. Sun., May 4, Ohio Toy Soldier Show & Sale, Gal- Military Modelling Societies meet jointly from 1 to axy Restaurant & Banquet Center, Wadsworth, Ohio, 5 p.m. on the third Saturday of every month at the Thurs. to Sat., March 20-22, 3rd Annual Lone USA. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission $6; children under Sale Moor Methodist Church Hall, NorthendenStar Figure Show, DFW Airport Marriott South, 12 free. Contact: John Stengel of The Marx-Man, tel: Road, Sale Moor, England. Adults £1 (children4151 Centrepoint Boulevard, Fort Worth,Texas, (718) 418-9439; Website: toysoldiershowpromo.com. free). Information: Tom Cunningham, tel: 01614USA. Sponsored by the Lone Star Military Miniature 992803.Society, the event will feature workshops, seminars Thurs., May 8,The Toy Soldier Museum Openand vendors. Workshops will feature experts such as House and Cellar Sale, 5459 Paradise Valley Road, Irish Model Soldier Society, Garda Club, Har-Julio Cabos of Andrea Miniatures. Contact: show Cresco, Pa., USA. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: James H. rington Street, Dublin 8, Ireland. Meets on the firstPresident Anders Heintz, tel: (417) 848-2902 or Hillestad, tel: (570) 629-7227; Website: www.the-toy- Thursday of every month. Information: Tony Foley,e-mail: [email protected]; show Coordinator Bob soldier.com or e-mail: [email protected]. tel: 00 353 1 4932248.Bethea, e-mail: [email protected]; or Web-site: www.lonestarfigureshow.com. Fri. and Sat., May 9-10, 73rd Annual Miniature Letchworth Scale Model Club, host of the Figure Collectors of America Show & Mart, Valley British Model Soldier Society North Herts Branch. Sat., March 22, Military in Miniature 2014 staged Forge Convention Center, 1160 First Ave., King of Meets on the third Wednesday of every monthby the Aldershot Branch of the British Model Soldier Prussia, Pa., USA. Noon to 5 p.m. Friday. 9 a.m. to 4 from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the Four Emblems Club, 2Society in conjunction with the Guildford Games p.m. Saturday. Admission good for both days is $15; Station Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertford-Club, Park Barn Centre, Park Barn Drive, Christ’s children under 12 free.The event features exhibitions, shire, England, U.K. All welcome. Guests must payCollege, Guildford, Surrey, England, U.K. 10 a.m. to competitions and vendors. For vendor information, a £1 club guest membership fee to comply with the4 p.m. contact: Dennis Sosna, e-mail: sozmfca10@gmail. social club venue’s bylaws. Information: Rod John- com; for exhibit information, contact: Dennis Levy, son, club secretary and BMSS area representative,APRIL tel: (856) 665-8909 or e-mail: [email protected]; tel: 01438 814225; Website: www.letchworthsmc. Website: www.mfcashow.com or e-mail: etchells3@ yolasite.com Sat., April 5, Welling Model Club’s 40th Anniver- aol.com.sary Show and Open Day, Falconwood Community Ontario Model Soldier Society. Usually meetsCentre,The Green, Welling, Kent, England, U.K. 10 Sat. and Sun., May 24-25, 8th Annual Texas Toy monthly (except July and August) at Branch 210a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission £1; juniors and conces- Soldier Show, Menger Hotel, 204 Alamo Plaza, San of the Royal Canadian Legion, 110 Jutland Road,sions 50p. Club displays, vendors, open competitions, Antonio,Texas, USA. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 11 Toronto, Ont., Canada. Doors open at 11 a.m. anddemonstrations, bring and buy, and living history. a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Admission $7 per family. 3rd the formal meeting begins at 1 p.m. Next meet-Contact: Dave Maddox, tel: 07795 490901. Annual Toy Soldier Dinner and Symposium at 6:30 ings March 9, April 13 and Annual Show May 3. p.m. Saturday at the hotel. Sponsored by Kings X Toy Information: Gary Lenius, tel: (416) 261-6494 or Sun., April 13, North East Toy Soldier Society’s Soldiers and King & Country Ltd. Contact: Organ- e-mail: [email protected]; Website: www.51st Biannual Toy Soldier Show, Crowne Plaza, izer Martin Vasquez, e-mail: [email protected]; omss.ca.15 Middlesex Canal Park, Woburn, Mass., USA. or Kings X, tel: (210) 226-7000, fax: (210) 226-71179 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission $6; children under 15 and Website: www.kingsx.com. South Carolina Military Miniature Society.free. Contact: show Chairman Matthew Murphy of Meetings are held at members’ homes in two U.S.Hobby Bunker, tel: (781) 321-8855, Website: www. Society Meetings cities: the second Thursday night of every monthhobbybunker.com/events or e-mail: matt@hob- in Columbia and on Sunday afternoons every sixbybunker.com. Bognor Regis Modelling & Wargaming Soci- weeks in Charleston. For meeting details, contact: ety, Community Hall, West Meads, Bognor Regis, Society President Dennis Fontana, tel: (803) Sun., April 13, 24th Annual Indy Toy Soldier West Sussex, England, U.K. Usually meets from 7:30 419-6747 (Columbia); or Lance Leader, tel: (843)Show, Indianapolis Marriott East (I-70, Exit 89), to 10 p.m. every Monday. Contact the joint secretar- 795-8720 (Charleston). For membership and clubIndianapolis, Ind., USA. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admis- ies: Stephen Pidwell, tel: 01243 855449; or Dilip information, contact: Geoff Walker, tel: (803) 356-sion $5. Room trading starts March 22. Contact: Sethi, tel: 01403 780637; e-mail: bognormmws@ 2674 or e-mail: [email protected].  Show Manager Barry Carter, tel: (765) 345-5665, gmail.com.Website: www.playsetmagazine.com/indyshow or Southern California Toy Soldier Collectorse-mail: [email protected]. British Model Soldier Society (National), Pimlico Society. Meets on the last Saturday of every other Room, St. Saviour’s, St. George’s Square, Lupus month at members’ homes. New members are wel- Sat., April 26, British Model Soldier Society Street, Pimlico, London, England, U.K. SW1V 3QW come. Contact: Mike Tarantino, tel: (909) 861-4252Annual Show, Holiday Inn, Coram Street, London, (new venue). Usually meets from 5 to 7 p.m. on the or e-mail: [email protected], U.K. WC1N 1HT. 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. third Friday of each month. Upcoming meeting(members admitted at 10 a.m.). Admission £5; themes and dates: Open Evening March 21, An- Sydney Model Soldier Society. New membersBMSS members £4; children free.The Great War- nual Show April 26 and Military Pageant May 16. needed and welcome! Meets every second Wednes-themed event will feature trade stands, displays, Information: Arthur Smith, tel: 020 8856 0064; or day in every second month at Earlwood-Bardwelldemonstrations, open competitions and inter-club Website: www.bmssonline.com. Park Bowling Club. Send all inquiries concerningcompetition. Contact: BMSS President Stephen membership and meetings to the secretary: TomDance, e-mail: [email protected]; or British Model Soldier Society (Bristol Area Thorpe, 29 Chaleyer St., Willoughby 2068, Sydney,Treasurer Paul Newman, tel: +44 (0) 1895 832757; Branch). Quarterly meetings. Information: Peter NSW, Australia.Tel: (612) 94172162.Website: www.bmssonline.com or e-mail: bmss.an- Sturgeon, tel: 0117 9732067 or e-mail: boborr@[email protected]. talktalk.net. Event organizers are invited to Sun., April 27, 7th Annual Gettysburg Toy British Model Soldier Society (Ealing Branch), submit information for inclusion inSoldier Show and Sale, Eisenhower Hotel & Confer- Northfields Community Centre, 71a Northcroftence Center (new venue), 2634 Emmitsburg Road, Road, Ealing, England. Meets on the second Friday the Toy Soldier Calendar.Gettysburg, Pa., USA. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission every month. Information: Bruce Harron, tel: 0784774 TOY SOLDIER & MODEL FIGURE