Good day everyone.
Please find information on the upcoming releases from John, including the very long awaited and very exciting Whale Boat.
Also in this new release information on the new series “Jacobite Rebellion” , this was launched at the Chicago Show and was an instant success. I still think this was the best release at this show, by far.
As always hope you enjoy and we will have details on our website later on today.
Best regards
Mike
Sierra Toy Soldier Company.
THE RAID ON ST. FRANCIS
In the early days of the French and Indian War, birch-bark canoes and “bateauxs” (rowing vessels made for transporting goods) were used by the Rangers for traveling across the northern lakes.
The bateaux were known as “stupid, clumsy, worthless things”. These were heavy and awkward to move overland.
In 1756 whaleboats were introduced, which were brought in from Cape Cod and Nantucket. These were made of light cedar planking, were fast moving and were light to carry overland when needed.
They were designed for speed, they had keels, round bottoms and sharp ends, which allowed for a quick change of direction, and allowed for agile handling even in rough waters.
WHRR-01 - WHALEBOAT with Rangers
6 Figures, 1 Boat - (20pc) Limited Edition 350
Retail us$298
WHALEBOAT ASSEMBLY
The Whaleboat and crew come packed in a John Jenkins Designs box.
The model comes in several parts(20) that need to be assembled in a particular order.
Step 1 , unpack the boat and assemble as below.
The boat is now ready for the crew to be added.
The 6 crew can be unpacked from the box.
The 4 oarsmen are numbered and only fit in one place. (see picture below)
Once the crew is all in place, the oars can be set in position
Complete Whaleboat. Note the seating positions of the oarsmen.
Then sit back and congratulate yourself on assembling it, but then step back and admire a real work of art.
THE JACOBITE REBELLION 1745
In 1743 war broke out between England and France.
As France was a Catholic nation, it had always supported the Stuarts' claim to the English throne. King Louis XV realised that it would be in his interests if the Stuarts made another attempt to regain the throne. Louis XV informed James Edward Stuart in 1745 that if he invaded England he would supply him with arms and ammunition. James was now fifty-seven years old and was not keen on becoming involved in another military campaign. However, his son Charles Stuart was more enthusiastic, and on 5 July he left France with 700 men.
Once in Scotland, Charles Stuart, who had been nicknamed Bonnie Prince Charlie, began building up his army. He was especially successful at persuading Catholics living in the Scottish Highlands to join him. In September, Charles was ready to take action. The English army arrived soon afterwards but Charles' army had an easy victory at the Battle of Prestonpans. Charles' 5,000 man army now marched into England and by December he reached Derby.
Charles had hoped that English Catholics would join his army. This did not happen. In fact, in many of the towns that he marched through, the crowds showed great hostility to Charles' army. Louis XV had promised Charles that 12,000 French soldiers would invade England in the autumn of 1745. However, Louis XV did not keep his promise. Although Charles still wanted to march on London, his military advisers argued that without the support of the French they were certain to be beaten. Reluctantly, Charles agreed to return to Scotland.
Another English army, this time led by the Duke of Cumberland , followed Charles back into Scotland. Completely outnumbered, Charles's army were chased into the Scottish Highlands.
In April 1746, Charles Stuart decided to turn and fight the English army. The two forces met at Culloden Moor on 16 April. Cumberland's army devastated the Jacobites and Charles was forced to flee from the battlefield.
This new series will initially concentrate on the Battle of Culloden Moor.
JR-01 - Highlanders Charging 1
2 Figures (2pcs) Limited Edition 500
Retail us $70
JR-02 Highlanders Charging with Musket 1
2 Figures (2pcs) Limited Edition 500
Retail us$70
JR-09 Highland Officer Charging
1 Figures (1pc) Limited Edition 500
Retail us$38
Special Event
The exciting news for November is that John will tending the OPEN HOUSE at THE TOY SOLDIER MUSEUM on Saturday 1st November. 10-4pm
Please Contact JAMES H. HILLESTAD
1343 Paradise Falls
Cresco
PA 18326
(570) 629-7227
jimhill@ptd.net
TOY SOLDIER MUSEUM
John will be presenting a set of “Braddock at Monongahela”, to the museum, to complete the wonderful diorama of The Battle Of Monongahela created by James H. Hillestad , which will be on display at the museum.
This will be the first time that the much anticipated Braddock set will be shown in public.
John will also be attending the East Coast show in Hackensack, New Jersey, on Sunday 2nd November.
Hope you get a chance to meet him.
As always hope you enjoy the new releases as much as I do.
Best regards,
Mike
Sierra Toy Soldier
Please find information on the upcoming releases from John, including the very long awaited and very exciting Whale Boat.
Also in this new release information on the new series “Jacobite Rebellion” , this was launched at the Chicago Show and was an instant success. I still think this was the best release at this show, by far.
As always hope you enjoy and we will have details on our website later on today.
Best regards
Mike
Sierra Toy Soldier Company.
THE RAID ON ST. FRANCIS
In the early days of the French and Indian War, birch-bark canoes and “bateauxs” (rowing vessels made for transporting goods) were used by the Rangers for traveling across the northern lakes.
The bateaux were known as “stupid, clumsy, worthless things”. These were heavy and awkward to move overland.
In 1756 whaleboats were introduced, which were brought in from Cape Cod and Nantucket. These were made of light cedar planking, were fast moving and were light to carry overland when needed.
They were designed for speed, they had keels, round bottoms and sharp ends, which allowed for a quick change of direction, and allowed for agile handling even in rough waters.
WHRR-01 - WHALEBOAT with Rangers
6 Figures, 1 Boat - (20pc) Limited Edition 350
Retail us$298
WHALEBOAT ASSEMBLY
The Whaleboat and crew come packed in a John Jenkins Designs box.
The model comes in several parts(20) that need to be assembled in a particular order.
Step 1 , unpack the boat and assemble as below.
The boat is now ready for the crew to be added.
The 6 crew can be unpacked from the box.
The 4 oarsmen are numbered and only fit in one place. (see picture below)
Once the crew is all in place, the oars can be set in position
Complete Whaleboat. Note the seating positions of the oarsmen.
Then sit back and congratulate yourself on assembling it, but then step back and admire a real work of art.
THE JACOBITE REBELLION 1745
In 1743 war broke out between England and France.
As France was a Catholic nation, it had always supported the Stuarts' claim to the English throne. King Louis XV realised that it would be in his interests if the Stuarts made another attempt to regain the throne. Louis XV informed James Edward Stuart in 1745 that if he invaded England he would supply him with arms and ammunition. James was now fifty-seven years old and was not keen on becoming involved in another military campaign. However, his son Charles Stuart was more enthusiastic, and on 5 July he left France with 700 men.
Once in Scotland, Charles Stuart, who had been nicknamed Bonnie Prince Charlie, began building up his army. He was especially successful at persuading Catholics living in the Scottish Highlands to join him. In September, Charles was ready to take action. The English army arrived soon afterwards but Charles' army had an easy victory at the Battle of Prestonpans. Charles' 5,000 man army now marched into England and by December he reached Derby.
Charles had hoped that English Catholics would join his army. This did not happen. In fact, in many of the towns that he marched through, the crowds showed great hostility to Charles' army. Louis XV had promised Charles that 12,000 French soldiers would invade England in the autumn of 1745. However, Louis XV did not keep his promise. Although Charles still wanted to march on London, his military advisers argued that without the support of the French they were certain to be beaten. Reluctantly, Charles agreed to return to Scotland.
Another English army, this time led by the Duke of Cumberland , followed Charles back into Scotland. Completely outnumbered, Charles's army were chased into the Scottish Highlands.
In April 1746, Charles Stuart decided to turn and fight the English army. The two forces met at Culloden Moor on 16 April. Cumberland's army devastated the Jacobites and Charles was forced to flee from the battlefield.
This new series will initially concentrate on the Battle of Culloden Moor.
JR-01 - Highlanders Charging 1
2 Figures (2pcs) Limited Edition 500
Retail us $70
JR-02 Highlanders Charging with Musket 1
2 Figures (2pcs) Limited Edition 500
Retail us$70
JR-09 Highland Officer Charging
1 Figures (1pc) Limited Edition 500
Retail us$38
Special Event
The exciting news for November is that John will tending the OPEN HOUSE at THE TOY SOLDIER MUSEUM on Saturday 1st November. 10-4pm
Please Contact JAMES H. HILLESTAD
1343 Paradise Falls
Cresco
PA 18326
(570) 629-7227
jimhill@ptd.net
TOY SOLDIER MUSEUM
John will be presenting a set of “Braddock at Monongahela”, to the museum, to complete the wonderful diorama of The Battle Of Monongahela created by James H. Hillestad , which will be on display at the museum.
This will be the first time that the much anticipated Braddock set will be shown in public.
John will also be attending the East Coast show in Hackensack, New Jersey, on Sunday 2nd November.
Hope you get a chance to meet him.
As always hope you enjoy the new releases as much as I do.
Best regards,
Mike
Sierra Toy Soldier
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