This painting by West has some interesting detail going on in the background. Two light infantry types with GR on their caps stand in front of a log and earth structure - in front of which stands redcoat and native warriors. This painting was executed in 1764. See the whole picture and a very interesting comment on the fact that the picture may represent the Siege of Niagara.
American warfare 1690-1835 in popular culture, art, in miniature and in wargames, through Living History and in movies.
Friday 4 September 2009
William Johnson portrait
This painting by West has some interesting detail going on in the background. Two light infantry types with GR on their caps stand in front of a log and earth structure - in front of which stands redcoat and native warriors. This painting was executed in 1764. See the whole picture and a very interesting comment on the fact that the picture may represent the Siege of Niagara.
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Sainte-Foy 1760
Forgot this anniversary the other day. To make up for this here is a blog piece on the Battle including a 15mm wargame of it.
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This is the first stage of an excellent project. This is the corner tower of a recreation of the fort in the movie Drums Along the Mohawk... -
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This came out in 1984. Was an excellent addition to a small set of books. -
It's not easy photographing smaller figures but Richard has done an excellent job. These miniatures are excellent. He says 'The...
Another good find, thanks Ralphus.
ReplyDeleteRegards, Keith.
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