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, Greece and Bulgaria and their shared enemy – the Ottoman Empire. Lule Brugas was one of the bloodiest battles to come out of the resulting First Balkan War.
Festival of History 2008
Show
DF
English Heritage’s Festival of History saw the inclusion of a ‘’Wargames Marquee’ this year – we report from under the canvas…
The Battle of Rometta 1038AD
Ancient
Paul Leach
A Warhammer Ancient Battles scenario in which a Byzantine force led by Maniakes, faces a Caliphate army in Sicily.
An Invitation to the American Civil War – Part Two
ACW, American Civil War
R.Neil Smith
The second in this three part series ‘overviewing’ the ACW. This month we look at strategies and tactics, characters and battles.
Grand Masters – Holger Schmidt
Painting
Holger Schmidt
This series showcases the work of some of the world’s best miniature figure painters.
The History of the Cavalry Horse in Warfare
Gaming
Caroline Eddleston
Using her expert knowledge and experience, Caroline explains the role of, and resources needed to employ, cavalry effectively and realistically on the battlefield.
Around the Shows – Battle Group South
Show
Paul Davies
There were some really great games at this year’s event, and our roving reporter was there to get some tasty photos.
How to… Make Snake Rail Fencing
Modelling
Paul Davies
This month Paul shows us how to make those post and rail fences so often seen on American battlefields.
Boardgames
Gaming
Richard Denning