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Dave Jackson Supporting Member of TMP29 Nov 2023 5:06 p.m. PST

Many.of you might know David Manley. He has designed all the STL ACW ironclads for Long Face Games. He has also written many ironclad rules on Wargames Vault. I learned a couple of days ago that he is in hospital in London, UK, after suffering a stroke. I don't know anything more but will post when I know.

Dave Jackson Supporting Member of TMP29 Nov 2023 6:17 p.m. PST

I have no idea what goes on with TMP when I use my phone.

William Warner29 Nov 2023 7:13 p.m. PST

It sounded so nice you said it twice, or thrice, or….

Prince Alberts Revenge29 Nov 2023 7:15 p.m. PST

Oh geez, that's terrible news. David is very nice fellow, a wealth of naval knowledge and has written some incredibly good naval rulesets.

I don't know him well but I've emailed him over the years and he's always been incredibly decent to me and answered my questions.

I first came to know his rules with his pre-dread rules You May Fire When Ready. I own and have enjoyed his fast play renaissance galley set and have a live affair with his missile.boat ruleset Bulldogs Away.

I will say a prayer David and he will be in my thoughts as well.

Personal logo Editor in Chief Bill The Editor of TMP Fezian29 Nov 2023 7:42 p.m. PST

I have no idea what goes on with TMP when I use my phone.

Probably not you. Our server was under attack earlier today, and things got a little rattled before the tech people came to the rescue.

Best wishes to David.

Tgerritsen Supporting Member of TMP29 Nov 2023 10:33 p.m. PST

I had commented n the earlier thread before it got nuked. As a big fan of David's work and admirer of his prolific output, I can only wish you the best, David. Please get well soon.

Personal logo McKinstry Supporting Member of TMP Fezian30 Nov 2023 4:21 a.m. PST

Fantastic contributor to all things naval. Get well soon.

Col Durnford Supporting Member of TMP30 Nov 2023 7:04 a.m. PST

I wish Dave a speedy recovery. My thoughts and prayers are with him.

cj177630 Nov 2023 9:19 a.m. PST

Speedy recovery!

Dave Jackson Supporting Member of TMP30 Nov 2023 10:12 a.m. PST

Thanks Bill. Too bad about the server under attack.

colkitto30 Nov 2023 10:42 a.m. PST

That's shocking. I hope he gets better soon. And yes, loads of great rules (and 3D models, for those who can use that sort of thing).

Personal logo Herkybird Supporting Member of TMP30 Nov 2023 11:49 a.m. PST

I hope David gets better soon and the Stroke isn't too severe, he is a fantastic proponent for all things Naval in the wargaming world.
My prayers and best wishes are with him and his friends and family.

Shagnasty Supporting Member of TMP30 Nov 2023 3:53 p.m. PST

My best wishes for a quick and complete recovery for Mr. Manley.

rmaker01 Dec 2023 8:56 a.m. PST

Good Healing to David.

arthur181502 Dec 2023 7:36 a.m. PST

Sad news indeed. I can only hope he will recover fully and not suffer any long term disability as a result.

Pyrate Captain03 Dec 2023 7:59 p.m. PST

What would the Red Chinese want with a list of wargamers? It's not like they can blackmail us, we're already out of the closet.

BattlerBritain05 Dec 2023 2:15 p.m. PST

Oh wow, just seen this.

Really hope he gets better soon.

He's a really great guy and I used to play games against him when he was in Trowbridge.

Best wishes Dave.

Personal logo 20thmaine Supporting Member of TMP09 Dec 2023 12:31 p.m. PST

Glad to see he's posting again – best wishes for his recovery.

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