Embrace an Angry Wind, Western American Soldiers from 1778 to 1865 (2 Viewers)

[Terp152]

Superb depiction Chris. The lighting makes the whole presentation special. One of the better night scenarios I've seen. Great weathering effect on the gun carriages. Who makes the forge kit? Very well done. Chris

 

[7th OVI]

Chris, appreciate the positive comments, the forge kit came off eBay years ago and I believe was an old Imrie and Risley kit. I bought it with a Imre and Risley caisson kit. If it is an Imrie and Risley kit, it is no longer available but the limber and caisson kits are still available. Still wishing WB does the rest of the artillery sets. It would set up some great scenario's. Hope this helps. Chris

 

[7th OVI]

War in the Wyoming Valley, during the summer of 1778, Loyalists and their Indian allies began a campaign against the forts and Blockhouse that made up the "wooden blockade" from present day Erie to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. One of theses engagements occurred on July 3rd, 1778 when militia attacked a larger force made up of Loyalist rangers under Col. John Butler. The militia advanced on the Loyalist Rangers, fired 3 volleys and then while reloading, the Seneca warriors rose from concealment, fired a volley in return and then attacked the militia in close combat. The militia, having been attacked and out numbered, would withdraw which would turn into a full rout. Some of them would take a stand near a swamp, while others would race to the Susquehanna River to escape the on sought.

 

[7th OVI]

The fight would last almost 45 minutes

 

[7th OVI]

Most would fight to the end as the attack on the retreating militia was relentless. To be continued.

 

[marco55]

Chris,
Your dios are awesome!{bravo}}{bravo}}
Mark

 

[lancer]

Love the POV and the frothed water is fantastic. -- Al

 

[mestell]

Chris . . . . Brilliantly staged and photographed . . . . the Clash of Empires range is becoming one of my favorites to collect and your photos clearly explain why that's so . . . .
:smile2: Mike

 

[29 Let's Go]

As others have said; great water technique, nice perspective

 

[Terp152]

Chris, your combination of terrain and figs is always impressive. Great scenes but sorry you've left ACW, for now, my favorite time period. :smile2: Chris

 

[PolarBear]

These are stunning. You make it look like we are watching it from a nearby log cabin dooway, :salute:::salute:::salute:::salute:::salute::

Randy

 

[REVWARBUFF]

As the others have said, you did an awesome job on this scene!!

I can't wait to see the continuation. This is a great range to collect and it's nice to see someone putting it to good use.

Mark

 

[Toy Soldier Brigade]

That is fantastic. The water effect is great. Clash of Empires is one of my favorite ranges.

 

[7th OVI]

Decided to post a quick diorama done by myself and my 9 year old grandson. Have done one in a while, hope you enjoy it.

On the afternoon of July 2nd 1863, in Adams County Pennsylvania near the town of Gettysburg, men of the West would account themselves very well on both sides. One of theses regiments was the 5th Texas, Hood's brigade, Longstreet's Corps, Army of Northern Virginia. They would participate in the assault on a hill called Sugar Loaf by locals in July of 1863. The 5th Texas would assault that steep rocky hill towards the enemy, they would spend more than an hour between the base and plateau immediately in front of the Federal positions. They would make 3 concentrated assaults and numerous smaller ones to reach the summit of the hill but all ended in failure. Eventually the 5th Texas would withdraw in the failing light from Sugar Loaf to positions behind Devil's Den after not making any progress. On this day, they lost their Colonel, Lt. Colonel as well as almost half of their regiment trying to take that steep stony hill now know as Little Round Top. Here is an image of elements of the 5th Texas reaching the plateau for the first time, their lines broken and disorganized by the rocks and brush:

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[marco55]

Beautiful rendition.{bravo}}
Mark

 

[lancer]

Very nice. The background blends perfectly. -- Al

 

[Horus]

Hi Chris
Just caught up with this thread. What can I say, you've made some absolutely stunningly realistic dioramas. Fantastic stuff !:salute:::salute:::salute::
Steve

 

[wayne556517]

Superb {bravo}}:salute::{bravo}}

 

[TomNT]

Brilliant Chris, you have captured the moment and the scenery and backdrop is superb.

Tom

 

[Rob]

Having been away from forum for some time I'd missed this whole thread. Having just discovered it I must say it's just sublime. Very interesting, expertly executed, thoroughly realistic and entertaining. Many congrats on some outstanding skills you have.

Rob