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jjDESIGNS 10th ANNIVERSARY

This coming year there will be several special promotions to celebrate the tenth anniversary of jjdesigns,
Throughout 2016, a limited number of “GOLDEN TICKETS” will be inserted into random new releases every month during the year.
If you are lucky enough to have a “GOLDEN TICKET” included in your purchase, you will be entitled to claim a complimentary prize!
Details of how to claim your prize will be shown on the rear of the “GOLDEN TICKET”.


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JJ DESIGNS COLLECTORS’ CLUB 2015, MEMBERSHIP FIGURES


This coming year, there will be a choice of 6 Membership figures, released over 2 months.
The first three figures will be available in January.
The second three figures will be available in February.

2016 will be the tenth anniversary of jjDesigns. As a small thank you to those who have supported, encouraged, collected and contributed to the success of jjDesigns, over the last ten years, I have dedicated this year’s Membership figures to a few of the collectors who I have had the pleasure to get to know.
I apologize to the many that I have not been able to include, but please be assured that I am extremely thankful and grateful to everyone, without whom I would not have been given the opportunity to produce and develop my work over the last ten years.


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Each Membership set purchased for the price of us$45 also includes the following;
THE 2015 COLLECTORS CLUB ANNUAL, PRODUCT LIST SUPPLEMENT, AND
THE 2016 CALENDAR.


For those collectors wishing to purchase additional membership sets, and not wanting any additional Annuals, Product lists and calendars, the membership sets this year will be offered at a lower price, without the Annual, Product list, and Calendar.



WHEELS ACROSS THE DESERT


In 1915, Egypt was the centre of the war effort in the near East. Units would strike westwards into the Sahara desert to deal with dissident tribes who were goaded into action by the Turks, or were sent northwards into Gaza to confront the Turkish army itself.
The Sennussi were a warlike Arab religious sect encouraged by the Turks to tie down as many British troops as possible. Model T Ford cars, escorted by Rolls- Royce armoured cars were used to patrol the desert, and to launch daring raids against the Sennussi.
The most important British armoured car of the first World War was undoubtedly the Rolls-Royce. In terms of the numbers built, effective design and all round quality it was unequalled, and is now taken to typify the vintage armoured car.

The Hedjaz Armoured Car Section, was an unit of three Rolls Royce armoured cars, which operated alongside the irregular forces inspired and guided by T.E Lawrence. This unit also acted independently and mounted long range raids, such as the succesful raid against the Amman railway bridge in September 1918.
The armoured cars earned Lawrence’s respect for their reliability and effectiveness, and in his “Seven Pillars of Wisdom” he mentions that “a Rolls in the desert was above rubies”.


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WHEELS ACROSS THE DESERT,
Captain Randall Bond,
(1pc)



More to follow...............................................
 
THE RAID ON ST. FRANCIS,
Fort William Henry was a British fort at the southern end of Lake George in the province of New York. It is best known as the site of notorious atrocities committed by the Huron tribes against the surrendered British and provincial troops following a successful French siege in 1757, an event portrayed in James Fenimore Cooper's novel, The Last of the Mohicans, first published in January 1826.
The fort's construction was ordered by Sir William Johnson in September 1755, during the French and Indian War, as a staging ground for attacks against the French fort at Crown Point called Fort St. Frédéric. It was part of a chain of British and French forts along the important inland waterway from New York City to Montreal, and occupied a key forward location on the frontier between New York and New France. It was named for both Prince William, the Duke of Cumberland, the younger son of King George II, and Prince William Henry, Duke of Gloucester, a grandson of King George II and a younger brother of the future King George III.
A military engineer's position in the 18th century can be reduced down to two things, building and destroying forts. An engineer in the 18th century were mainly classically trained military engineers. They constructed forts, and if attacking forts, their job was to determine the most effective method of destroying the fort.
They were also architects, since an engineer also designed the buildings inside the fort.
There were three basic levels of engineers — the lowest level built houses and such mundane buildings, then the military engineer who built forts, and the top level, the castle builders. None of these engineers really had the social position we associate with engineers today. Today, an engineer holds an elevated and respected position in society. In the 18th century there was a real prejudice against men who worked with their hands rather than their minds. A Gentleman would not condescend to do that. People of the middle or lower class who labored were hired for these positions. An engineer in the 18th Century would rank somewhere around a master stone mason or a master carver.

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THE RAID ON ST. FRANCIS 1759,
Engineer Ken Dunne,
(1pc)


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KNIGHTS OF THE SKIES,


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James Bigglesworth, nicknamed "Biggles", is a fictional pilot and adventurer, the title character and main hero of the Biggles series of youth-oriented adventure books written by W. E. Johns (1893–1968).
Biggles first appears as a teenaged "scout" (fighter) pilot in the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) during World War I. He has joined the RFC in 1916 at the age of 17, having conveniently "lost" his birth certificate. Biggles represents a particularly "British" hero, combining professionalism with a gentlemanly air. Under the stress of combat he develops from a slightly hysterical youth prone to practical jokes to a calm, confident, competent leader. He is occasionally given "special" (secret) missions by the shadowy figure of Colonel (initially Major) Raymond (Wing Commander/Air Commodore in later books, reflecting the creation of the Royal Air Force with its own ranks), who is already involved with the intelligence side of operations. Biggles is accompanied by his cousin Algernon ('Algy') Lacey and his mechanic Flight Sergeant Smyth, who are to accompany Biggles on his adventures after the war; added to the team in 1935 is the teenager Ginger Hebblethwaite.
Algernon Montgomery Lacey or “Algy” is a cousin of Biggles, who is posted to Biggles' flight in 266 Squadron by the influence of his aunt. Despite initial misgivings, the two soon become very close friends and eventually Algy adopts the role of Biggles' second in command. In the books set in the 1930s, Algy, Ginger and Smyth become Biggles' regular companions.

W.E. Johns was a First World War pilot, although his own career did not parallel that of Biggles particularly closely. The author's initial war service was with the infantry, fighting at Gallipoli and on the Macedonian front. He was commissioned, seconded into the RFC in September 1917 and posted back to England for flight training, serving in England as a flying instructor until August 1918 when he transferred to the Western Front. On 16 September 1918 his De Havilland DH4 was shot down on a bombing raid. His observer, Lieutenant Amey, was killed (in two of the stories in Biggles Learns to Fly observers flying with Biggles are killed or badly wounded) but Johns survived to be taken prisoner of war. Johns remained with the RAF until 1927, although his final rank was Flying Officer (equivalent to Lieutenant in the RFC) rather than the "Captain" of his pen name.



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JJCLUB-2016C
KNIGHTS OF THE SKIES,
Captain Al “Algy” Coleman,
(1pc)



More to follow.........................................
 
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(1pc)



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JJCLUB-GRAPHIC NOVEL
“THE ADVENTURES OF BILLY BISHOP”,
(1pc)




**PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING 3 SETS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN FEBRUARY 2016**



THE AGE OF ARTHUR,

Berserkers (or berserks) were Norse warriors who are primarily reported in the Old Norse literature to have fought in a nearly uncontrollable, trance-like fury, a characteristic which later gave rise to the English word berserk.
They were said to wear the pelt of a wolf when they entered battle and are sometimes described as Odin's special warriors: "[Odin's] men went without their mailcoats and were mad as hounds or wolves, bit their shields...they slew men, but neither fire nor iron had effect upon them. This is called 'going berserk'."

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THE AGE OF ARTHUR,
MAD MIKE “BERSERKER” MILLER,
(1pc)




THE RAID ON ST. FRANCIS,


In 1758, the 80th Regiment of Light Armed Foot, otherwise known as Gage's Light Infantry became the British army's first light infantry regiment. They were unique in the fact that the soldiers of the 80th were issued brown uniforms instead of the traditional madder red worn by all of the British regiments at the time. The headgear of Gage's Light Infantry was different from the cocked hat or "tricorn" hat that most regiments of foot wore, the men of Gage's were given caps or helmets of leather, and they would receive their nickname from their distinctive headgear - "the leathercaps."

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THE RAID ON ST. FRANCIS 1759,
GAGE’S LIGHT INFANTRY,
Private Ron Towler,
(1pc)



THE CONQUEST OF AMERICA


The Carignan-Salières was formed from two existing regiments: the Balthasar Regiment, formed during the Thirty Years' War and becoming the Salières when Balthasar died in 1665, and the Carignan Regiment, formed in 1644 in Piedmont. Following the Treaty of the Pyrenees in 1659, both regiments avoided disbandment by merging to form the Carignan-Salières Regiment.
In 1664, following the request of the Sovereign Council, the French finance minister Jean-Baptiste Colbert ordered the Carignan-Salières to reinforce the existing 100 man force in New France.
The arrival of the Carignan-Salières Regiment, accompanied by De Tracy’s companies, marks an important moment in Canadian history. In 1665, 1300 soldiers landed in the small colony of barely 3000 inhabitants to establish peace with the Iroquois who were terrorizing the colonists. But this was not their sole aim: Louis XIV hoped the soldiers would settle in New France. Indeed, some 400 elected to stay, thereby saving the colony and becoming the forefathers of thousands of Quebecers and other North Americans.
This regiment was used between 1665 and 1668 to combat the Iroquois threat to the struggling colony of New France.



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THE CONQUEST OF AMERICA,
THE CARIGNAN-SALIERES REGIMENT,
Soldato Carlo Terrinoni,
(1pc)




**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER**
 
THE RAID ON ST. FRANCIS,
Fort William Henry was a British fort at the southern end of Lake George in the province of New York. It is best known as the site of notorious atrocities committed by the Huron tribes against the surrendered British and provincial troops following a successful French siege in 1757, an event portrayed in James Fenimore Cooper's novel, The Last of the Mohicans, first published in January 1826.
The fort's construction was ordered by Sir William Johnson in September 1755, during the French and Indian War, as a staging ground for attacks against the French fort at Crown Point called Fort St. Frédéric. It was part of a chain of British and French forts along the important inland waterway from New York City to Montreal, and occupied a key forward location on the frontier between New York and New France. It was named for both Prince William, the Duke of Cumberland, the younger son of King George II, and Prince William Henry, Duke of Gloucester, a grandson of King George II and a younger brother of the future King George III.
A military engineer's position in the 18th century can be reduced down to two things, building and destroying forts. An engineer in the 18th century were mainly classically trained military engineers. They constructed forts, and if attacking forts, their job was to determine the most effective method of destroying the fort.
They were also architects, since an engineer also designed the buildings inside the fort.
There were three basic levels of engineers — the lowest level built houses and such mundane buildings, then the military engineer who built forts, and the top level, the castle builders. None of these engineers really had the social position we associate with engineers today. Today, an engineer holds an elevated and respected position in society. In the 18th century there was a real prejudice against men who worked with their hands rather than their minds. A Gentleman would not condescend to do that. People of the middle or lower class who labored were hired for these positions. An engineer in the 18th Century would rank somewhere around a master stone mason or a master carver.

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THE RAID ON ST. FRANCIS 1759,
Engineer Ken Dunne,
(1pc)


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KNIGHTS OF THE SKIES,


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James Bigglesworth, nicknamed "Biggles", is a fictional pilot and adventurer, the title character and main hero of the Biggles series of youth-oriented adventure books written by W. E. Johns (1893–1968).
Biggles first appears as a teenaged "scout" (fighter) pilot in the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) during World War I. He has joined the RFC in 1916 at the age of 17, having conveniently "lost" his birth certificate. Biggles represents a particularly "British" hero, combining professionalism with a gentlemanly air. Under the stress of combat he develops from a slightly hysterical youth prone to practical jokes to a calm, confident, competent leader. He is occasionally given "special" (secret) missions by the shadowy figure of Colonel (initially Major) Raymond (Wing Commander/Air Commodore in later books, reflecting the creation of the Royal Air Force with its own ranks), who is already involved with the intelligence side of operations. Biggles is accompanied by his cousin Algernon ('Algy') Lacey and his mechanic Flight Sergeant Smyth, who are to accompany Biggles on his adventures after the war; added to the team in 1935 is the teenager Ginger Hebblethwaite.
Algernon Montgomery Lacey or “Algy” is a cousin of Biggles, who is posted to Biggles' flight in 266 Squadron by the influence of his aunt. Despite initial misgivings, the two soon become very close friends and eventually Algy adopts the role of Biggles' second in command. In the books set in the 1930s, Algy, Ginger and Smyth become Biggles' regular companions.

W.E. Johns was a First World War pilot, although his own career did not parallel that of Biggles particularly closely. The author's initial war service was with the infantry, fighting at Gallipoli and on the Macedonian front. He was commissioned, seconded into the RFC in September 1917 and posted back to England for flight training, serving in England as a flying instructor until August 1918 when he transferred to the Western Front. On 16 September 1918 his De Havilland DH4 was shot down on a bombing raid. His observer, Lieutenant Amey, was killed (in two of the stories in Biggles Learns to Fly observers flying with Biggles are killed or badly wounded) but Johns survived to be taken prisoner of war. Johns remained with the RAF until 1927, although his final rank was Flying Officer (equivalent to Lieutenant in the RFC) rather than the "Captain" of his pen name.



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KNIGHTS OF THE SKIES,
Captain Al “Algy” Coleman,
(1pc)



More to follow.........................................
Is this a coincidence? Inquiring minds would like to know?{eek3} -- Al
 
A lot to take in. Where did that 10 years go, congratulations John and looking forward to the next decade. My dealer inspects before sending so he will be the one likely to get the Golden prize^&grin. Sort of like the chocolate factory all over again, hopefully the prize will include a tour thru your factory^&cool. Robin.
 
That Berserker guy has an interesting name as do some of the others.

Robin picked up on a issue that is going to give some dealers food for thought. I recall some people several years ago being quite upset that a dealer might look at ltd ed certificate and if it was a good number decide who would get it.

I can see might be a few issues with how the golden ticket operates if you assume dealers check items before send out. Anybody got any suggestions ?
 
whaaaaaaaaaaaaat!!!!

hahaha...

MAD MIKE “BERSERKER” MILLER...

John...

if you read this...

when you asked me what series I would like...
I thought about our conversations in the past...
when I used to bombard you with suggestions...

and you would never tell me "no"...
you would always just say...

"I'll put it on my list"...

and then laugh...
saying the current "Mike Miller want list"...
was longer than your personal list...

I hope this figure takes off like wildfire...
I'm delighted your did it...
and if it becomes a series...
I am committed to buying all of it...

he kind of looks like me...

not really...^&grin

even if I had a long beard...

I was never in that good of shape even in my prime...

thank you!!!!!!
 

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Ken and Carlo are gonna love their figures...

both must haves for my collection too...

Happy 10th John...

God you're getting old...hahaha...
 
Wow! Very humbling, John, this is indeed an honor.... and for my favorite subject too! The French & Indian War. Thanks very much sir, I really appreciate this, more than words can say. I better stop now, I'm starting to get misty....^&grin
 
Is this a coincidence? Inquiring minds would like to know?{eek3} -- Al
I finally read through the whole release statement. I'm flattered, John. I've always dreamed of being the pilot of a canvas falcon. :wink2:^&grin:salute:: -- Al
 
I finally read through the whole release statement. I'm flattered, John. I've always dreamed of being the pilot of a canvas falcon. :wink2:^&grin:salute:: -- Al

Al...

Al “Algy” Coleman...

as much as we talk on here...
I did not make the connection...
I always thought your last name was "Lancer"...^&grin...
very cool to you!
 
That Berserker guy has an interesting name as do some of the others.

Robin picked up on a issue that is going to give some dealers food for thought. I recall some people several years ago being quite upset that a dealer might look at ltd ed certificate and if it was a good number decide who would get it.

I can see might be a few issues with how the golden ticket operates if you assume dealers check items before send out. Anybody got any suggestions ?

unless the figure is for a show display...I don't think most dealers unwrap the original tissue...

I think you're an upright scrupulous guy...I'm guessing all the other dealers are too...

worse comes to worse...while it's not totally fair...the dealer will give it to a good customer...who he feels deserves it...

but I think that would be rare...
 
unless the figure is for a show display...I don't think most dealers unwrap the original tissue...

I think you're an upright scrupulous guy...I'm guessing all the other dealers are too...

worse comes to worse...while it's not totally fair...the dealer will give it to a good customer...who he feels deserves it...

but I think that would be rare...

Good point on the tissue. As regards checking before sending out the need to do so varies from item to item but some customers do ask for it on particular items.

Another worry could be that the figure with the ticket sits in stock for a long time and is not discovered {sm2}

In view of the new named figures mentioned in this thread perhaps John could include a few vouchers that give the "winner" naming rights on a club figure for next year. After all if a Berserker can be called Mike Miller any name will be Ok{sm4}

Will have to call this new select group of collectors the Jenkins Immortals. John must have got tired with that other name he was using :wink2: After all how could one family have so many relatives in so many wars ?{sm3}
 
I am much more than very happy with this month's releases. Simply outstanding. On the Engineer, the figure is actually holding the actual historical map for the Fort William Henry -- no idea how John did that magic, see the link below..... Page 26 in the Index. Plus did you notice what the Engineer is standing next to in the photos ...... sometimes size does actually matter ^&grin^&grin^&grin!!!!

And Mike, you are so, so wrong ---- the Berserker figure really does look like you!!!!

Carlo, you are looking so, so good!!!

http://www.masshist.org/maps/PlansandForts/PlansAndFortsp26.htm

Thank you,
John
 
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Wow...!!! Happy anniversary!!! Best wishes to the most original and creative toy soldier brand in the world...love all your lines!:)
 
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THE CONQUEST OF AMERICA,
THE CARIGNAN-SALIERES REGIMENT,
Soldato Carlo Terrinoni,
(1pc)


First of all my best wishes for the Tenth Anniversary of the JJD incredible adventure involving hundreds of collectors all around the world. Unfortunately my poor English is not able to fully express the pride for the great honor that John made me, along with other Forum friends. I believe that we are all grateful to him for the pleasure we receive each month from his wonderful releases. Thank you John.
We can already see a couple of these next to the 'engineer' Ken who can't wait (like me) to garrison with them the walls of his huge Fort.
Carlo
 
Always liked the scene from Lawrence of Arabia with the armoured car. Nice looking models.
The fort dwg on the map is a great feature. Too often we see some ink dots and squiggly lines on map depictions. Very cool depiction.
Chris
 
On the Engineer, the figure is actually holding the actual historical map for the Fort William Henry -- no idea how John did that magic

Thank you,
John

I just noticed that...that's cool...he is really gonna work for you diorama!
 

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