The Eagle and the Bear In the introduction to our theme articles covering Napoleon's invasion of Russia in 1812, Neil Smith provides the background behind the
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The Lion of the North and the Thirty Years War "Gott mit uns!" was the battle cry which heralded the charge of King Gustavus Adolphus and
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Battleground : Gallipoli An introduction to our themed articles on the Allied attempt to open the way between the Mediterranean and Black Seas by forcing
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Search and Destroy In our introductory section you will find the following articles: Search and Destroy - Refighting Battles in Vietnam with Flames of War, Tropic
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More moments in history With the third set of our Wargames Illustrated exclusive ‘Moments in History’ range about to be released, we wanted to give you
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D-day: The allied invasion of France Setting the scene for this month’s theme we present a brief guide the the largest amphibious landing in history,
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Sengoku showdown To set the scene for this month’s Samurai theme, Brook Kill takes a closer look at the three leaders that brought an end
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Begetting and Smiting It was all Yul Brynner’s fault! That’s the conclusion of Jim Graham as he tries to pinpoint who’s to blame for his fascination
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The ascendency of archery Our theme content begins with an overview of the English and Welsh bowmen of the 14th and 15th Centuries. We discuss
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Rommel: The Rise of the Desert Fox WW2, WWII, World War Two Our theme this month is WWII Early War, and our focus point is General
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Crossing the Tennessee river ACW, American Civil War President Lincoln had said that “taking Chattanooga is as important as taking Richmond”, but the key to the
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Fighting for king and country We kick off this month’s theme content by introducing you to the topsy-turvy world of Napoleonic Europe and the thread
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The Vikings in Ireland Your introductory guide to the Viking invasions of Ireland; the tribes they battled with for supremacy, and the history of their
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Prince Rupert : The Devil on Horseback We kick off this month’s theme content with a look at the character who threads the whole thing together;
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The First Crusade 1096 – 99 Conquest of the Holy Land Medieval Setting the scene for this month’s theme content, including a timeline of events and plenty
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The Western Front 1914 - 1915 WW1, WWI, World War One Setting the scene for our WWI - early war on the Western Front theme, we
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Tobruk: A five minute history WW2, WWII, World War Two Setting the scene for our Desert War theme, we present an extract from Osprey Publications excellent Tobruk 1941; Rommel’s Opening Move
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Caesar in Gaul introduction Ancient We set the scene for Caesar’s conquest of Gaul with background information, wargaming ideas and a painting guide for the great man
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The Road to Gettysburg introduction We set the scene for the showdown at Gettysburg with the background (and splendid artwork!) to General Lee’s invasion of the
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English Civil War Figure Painting Guide Pike and Shot Andrew Chesney Seeing as you have been given one for free, you may as well give it a nice
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The Anglo-Irish War 1919 – 21 Andy Sykes A skirmish scenario centred on a remote farmhouse, set during the battle for Irish independence. Nagashino 1575AD Medieval M.E Haskell et al
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The Battle of Lule Brugas 1912 Back of Beyond Bob Black After the formation of the Balkan League a collision course was set between its members: Serbia, Montenegro,
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Beth-Zur 164BC Rob S.Rice & R.Neil Smith The fates of a religion and an empire hang in the balance as an imperial viceroy moves to quell an unexpectedly
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The Hussites Bob Black A wargaming angled background on this intriguing medieval sect. The Anglo-Irish War 1919 - 21 Andy Sykes A skirmish scenario set during the early days of the Anglo-Irish ‘troubles’. Ambush in the Snow Chris Peers This French and Indian Wars scenario is based on exploits detailed in The Journals of Robert Rogers. Salute 2008 Show, Gaming Another
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Legionary Show Report Show Paul Davies The Exmouth Wargames Society’s annual show. Lakka River Ancient Paul Leach A Warmaster Ancients scenario for this 711AD battle of the Arab conquest in Spain. Destroy the Guns! WW2, WWII, World War Two Mark Wheatley & Stuart McCorquodale A small unit WWII action against a German artillery position. Mercenary Captains - Part Seven Pike and Shot Steve Jones The
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A Bit on the Side What If? Barry Hilton A ‘what if?’ scenario for the Nine Years War. Westminster Abbey or Death! Horse and Musket David Bickley A naval encounter in Manila Bay, January 1798, between the British and Spanish. Low Grade Germans WW2, WWII, World War Two Mark Wheatley Low-grade German infantry formations 1944 - 45. Splice the Parrot - Part
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The Eagle has Landed - Part Two Mike Blake Recreating Jack Higgins’ famous book (and film) on the tabletop. Battle for the Peach Orchard David Brown Scenario focusing on the action in ‘The Peach Orchard’ at Gettysburg on 2 July 1863. John Westwood’s Napoleonic Ship Collection Paul Davies A detailed look at an enviable collection of 1:1200 scale ships. Splice the Parrot - Part One Neil
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Historical Wargaming in Germany - Is there anybody out there? Show Frank Bauer and Frank Becker A look at the wargames scene in Germany and a report from one of the biggest shows - Hamburg Tactica. Flocking Plastic Modelling Paul Kerrison How do you get flock to stick to your plastic terrain? All will be revealed... The Road
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The Second Seminole War, 1835 - 42 Wild West John French Sometimes referred to as the Florida War, this conflict was a result of white settlers encroaching onto the lands of Native Americans, and their subsequent fight back, led by the famous war chief Osceola. Heroes of the Republic Ancient Dr. Gavin Hughes The Second Punic War:
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Wargaming Meets the X-Factor Analyse Barry Hilton Barry discusses ‘X-Factor’ type attitudes within our hobby. “Hannibal ad Portas!” Ancient Dr. Gavin Hughes The Second Punic War: Carthage and her allies from Saguntum to Cannae. The Mosque of the Red Death Pulp David Bickley A ‘three reel’ pulp adventure played out at the September (Other) Partizan. Two Thousand Years of Wargaming -
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