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MINIATURES…
FROSTGRAVE CULTISTS III: 28mm Miniatures
The Frostgrave Cultists III box set contains enough parts to make 20 different 28mm figures. There are multiple heads, arms, weapons and accouterments per frame. No two warbands will ever be the same. Models are unassembled and unpainted. $39.00 USD
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THUREOPHOROI: 28mm Figures
Armed with the distinctive oval thureos shield (inspired by Celtic designs), javelins, a long thrusting spear, and a sword. Contains trumpet and standardbearer arms, 36 sword arms, 36 long thrusting spear options held in the left shield hand, 84 heads wearing various helmet styles of the Hellenistic period and some with interchangeable crests, cloaks for every figure, and 36 oval Thureos shields in three different shapes. Miniatures are supplied unassembled and unpainted. $51.00 USD
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PULP ADVENTURE: Operators 28mm Figures
This hard-plastic box set includes enough parts to build twenty 28mm figures. There are five unique bodies, twenty-seven unique heads, and a mix of modern weaponry including knives, pistols, AR and M-model rifles, AK model rifles, G-model rifles, sniper rifles, light machineguns/squad automatic rifles, and more. The box set includes four frames. Models require assembly and painting. Bases are not included. $45.00 USD
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MAGAZINES…
MEDIEVAL WORLD: Volume 18: The End of All Things
Theme: The Apocalypse
- Eschatology and the Apocalypse: Anticipating the End of the World
- Marginalization and Oppression: John's Apocalypse in Coptic Egypt
- Doom Play: Public Dramas and the Last Judgment
- Medieval Apocalypse Manuscripts: Imagery, Allegory, and Salvation
- The Day and Hour of the Second Coming: Medieval Conjectures on When the World Would End
- The Coming of the Messiah: Between Redemption and Apocalypse
Features:
- Water-Moon Guanyin in Medieval China: Compassion Across Time
- Chivalric Women: Agency, Importance, and Power
- Italian Power Politics: The Emergence of City Communes
- Knife Fighting in Medieval Europe: Masters, Law, and Self-defence
- The Canterbury Tales: A Story For Every Reader
- Book Review: Embers of the Hands, Hidden Histories of the Viking Age
- Book Review: 'Europe' in the Middle Ages
$14.00 USD
WARGAMING…
AGAINST THE ODDS 2023 ANNUAL: La Bataille de Kulm
Looks at the shattering reverse Napoleon suffered right after his triumphant defense of Dresden. It was the turning point of the Leipzig Campaign, and the Allied victory at Kulm had a great effect on their morale. Serves as a good intro or entry-level game to the La Bataille system. Also includes a deluxe-sized magazine and an expansion kit for La Vendee 1793 game from the 2019 Annual.
Contents:
- One full color 22 x 34 inch mapsheet
- 420 full color die-cut ½" counters
- 28 page rules
- 8 pages of charts and tables
- Complexity – Medium
- Playing time – Up to 4 to 6 hours
- Solitaire – Average difficulty.
$65.00 USD
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STRATEGY & TACTICS #355: 11 Days War, East Front 1918
Two-player wargame covering the final Central Powers offensive on the East Front, February to May 1918 (Operation Faustschlag). Includes both the initial eleven days of offensive operations against the Bolsheviks, and the ensuing pursuit in the Ukraine. Pits the Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, their allies) against the Bolsheviks and their allies. Additionally, there are third-power forces called Greens which may come under the control of either player. There are three scenarios representing different starting situations. Each game-turn represents one to ten days of operations. Each hexagon on the map represents 60 kilometers or 40 miles. Each unit represents anything from a brigade up to corps. Strategic markers represent specialized forces, such as airpower and agitprop (agitation and propaganda). Contains 22 x 34-inch game map and a sheet of 176 ⅝" counters. $50.00 USD
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BOOKS…
THE ENGLISH BOWMAN IN THE HUNDRED YEARS WAR: The Secret Weapon of the Middle Ages
Reveals the brutal lives, battles, and legacy of England's feared longbowmen during the Hundred Years War. Discusses the brutal conditions in which they fought through, highlighting the battles they were victorious in, including Crecy, Poitiers and Agincourt. Discusses the notoriety that many longbowmen drew, with history remembering very few of their names as most ended up in mass burial pits or unmarked plots. The vast majority was illiterate, so there are no firsthand accounts of their campaigns from the bowmen themselves. Contains 20 mono illustrations. $40.00 USD
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SENTINELS BY THE SEA: Coastal Fortifications of Colonial New England and Nova Scotia
Examines the network of forts that stood in opposition to one another during the lengthy conflict between France and England, from 1689 to 1763, in northeastern North America. The story of these strongholds, from the earliest in Boston Harbor to the major fortress at Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, is compiled from a wide range of primary sources: firsthand letters, journals, and accounts from the cabinet ministers and policy makers in Paris, London, Quebec, and Boston. Also examines the personal correspondence and observations of the military engineers and soldiers who faced the challenge of the building these works, as well as the perils that came with attacking or defending them. Provides details of the design, construction, armaments and battles surrounding these important forts. Contains 65 illustrations. $30.00 USD
ENCOUNTERING NORTH AMERICA: Profiles of Frontiersmen, 1650-1820
Details how European settlers learned of the vast North American continent through the accounts of men who individually or in groups trekked into the wilderness. Presents those whose far-reaching explorations opened the continent to further settlements and trade routes. One was torn between the French and British, while another between Indigenous and white societies. One was Spanish. One was an administrator, a force for order in an unsettled world. Two were certainly homicidal. Each narrative is supported by discursive commentary on the primary source materials available. Contains 20 illustrations. $30.00 USD
ROBERT ROGERS, RANGER: The Rise and Fall of an American Idol
A fascinating inquiry into an 18th Century life, presents this American legend as he lived, crossing the line between fame and misfortune. Posits that Rogers was one of the best-known Americans, second only to Benjamin Franklin in popularity, and that it was due to the fact that he was a self-made man based on merit, in contrast to the hide-bound, hierarchical British military establishment. Details how he became entangled with the mystique of the modern ranger, yet alienated his peers, fought as a loyalist in the Revolutionary War, ruined himself financially, and died in obscurity in London. Highlights the many strengths that led to his rise, while still taking into account all of the reasons that led to his downfall. Contains 20 illustrations. $33.00 USD
THE FLORIDA CAMPAIGN, 1774-83
Details the strategic role of British East Florida in the Revolutionary War, its battles, loyalist forces, and impact. Fully illustrated with photographs, artwork, and maps, explores the multiple invasions of British East Florida by the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. East Florida saw two major battles during the war, as well as multiple skirmishes and much political intrigue. While East Florida stayed loyal to the crown, there were significant Patriot sympathies in the colony's political leadership. The East Florida Rangers, a loyalist militia unit raised to defend the colony from Patriot incursions, were successful in raiding Georgia and in one such incursion sacked Augusta and came within sight of Savannah; and three signers of the Declaration of Independence were held prisoner in St Augustine after the British capture of Charleston. Contains 175 illustrations and photos. $25.00 USD
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GEORGE WASHINGTON'S MOMENTOUS YEAR, TWELVE MONTHS THAT TRANSFORMED THE REVOLUTION VOLUME 1: The Philadelphia Campaign, July to December 1777
Narrates the personalities, decisions and battles of the Philadelphia Campaign, primarily from the perspective of Washington. Demonstrates that Washington was an offensive-minded commander seeking avenues of attack during a very mobile campaign, based on primary sources. Details the relationships between the commander in chief and personalities such as Alexander Hamilton and Marquis De Lafayette, as well as less-heralded volunteers like Tench Tilghman, Caleb Gibbs, John Cadwalader, and Joseph Reed. Contains 35 illustrations. $35.00 USD
GEORGE WASHINGTON'S MOMENTOUS YEAR, TWELVE MONTHS THAT TRANSFORMED THE REVOLUTION VOLUME 2: Valley Forge to Monmouth, January to July 1778
Picks up where Volume 1 concluded, in the wake of the Battle of Whitemarsh in early December 1777. Details how Washington's army moved westward, across the Schuylkill River, to the most iconic encampment in American history: Valley Forge. Revises the history of this crucial period, presenting Washington's aggressive plan to attack Philadelphia soon after arriving at Valley Forge and the fact that the encamped army was much larger than previously understood. Explains how Washington confronted challenges to his military authority while deftly solving crises of supply and recruitment. Details how with the aid of Baron von Steuben, he established and trained the first American professional army, and how Washington was able to rally his men, reclaim the battlefield, and achieve a hard-fought victory at Monmouth Courthouse. Contains 34 illustrations. $35.00 USD
FACING WASHINGTON'S CROSSING: The Hessians and the Battle of Trenton
Looks at how, despite their fearful reputation, the Hessians were humiliated by the American army, their commander killed, and most taken prisoner. Offers a fresh perspective on this event by narrating the story through Hessian eyes. Traces Frederick II's decision to hire out his army, their harrowing voyage across the Atlantic, and the numerous clashes leading up to Trenton. Drawing on newly translated documents throughout, the battle in Trenton is fully recounted, providing a much-needed understanding of the Hessian experience. Contains 20 illustrations. $35.00 USD
DECISION AT BRANDYWINE: The Battle on Birmingham Hill
Analyzes the fighting near the Birmingham Meeting House where the battle turned. Offers a case study in weapons, tactics, and terrain analysis critical to a holistic understanding of the entire battle and what it would mean for the future of the Continental Army. Not only explains how the Continental Army's lack of uniformed training and inexperience in large open-field battles played a major role in their defeat, but also provides important information about Revolutionary War combat in general. Contains 40 illustrations. $28.00 USD
THE SOLDIERS FELL LIKE AUTUMN LEAVES: The Battle of the Wabash, the United States' Greatest Defeat in the Wars Against Indigenous Peoples
Places the Battle of Wabash into its cultural, economic and political context. The ecological impact is explored, as the issue echoes today in the debate over climate change, deforestation, and indigenous control of forest habitats. Based on primary sources, including a newly discovered muster roll and the recent archaeological study of the battlefield, provides the most accurate description of the battle while capturing the drama of what occurred. Critically examines the information gathering, planning, and tactics of both the Maumee Confederation and the United States. Contains 24 illustrations. $33.00 USD
TILL THE EXTINCTION OF THIS REBELLION: George Rogers Clark, Frontier Warfare, and the Illinois Campaign of 1778-1779
Provides an overview of Clark's expedition to protect Virginia's western border, along with the strategies, tactics, and logistics Clark employed, particularly his ability to operate over great distances in remote areas. Pays close attention to the psychological battlefield and how Clark combined mobility, surprise, and a calculated reputation for violence. Culminates with the capture of Fort Sackville/Vincennes, in which Clark and his men fought the only pitched battle of the Illinois Campaign. Contains 14 illustrations. $30.00 USD
THE CANADIAN THEATER, 1814
Details the fierce U.S.-Canada battles, strategic shifts, and pivotal victories shaping peace negotiations during the War of 1814. Discusses the operations of this pivotal year in detail, explores the fortunes of leaders like Jacob Brown, Gordon Drummond, and Winfield Scott; examines the evolving tactics and resilience of American militias and regular troops; and analyzes the strategic miscalculations and hard-fought victories that defined this turning point in the war. Contains 80+ photographs, illustrations, and maps. $20.00 USD
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OPERATION GARDENING: Bomber Command Minelaying in Danish Waters 1940-1945
Covers the evolution of mine warfare and its implications for Denmark during the Second World War, with a detailed exploration of mine types, deployment strategies, and their operational efficiency. There is a detailed examination of the RAF's minelaying campaigns, including tactical successes, failures, and broader strategic impacts, as well as a discussion of Denmark's position as a harbormaster of the Baltic and how this influenced other wartime strategies. Also discusses the post-war mineclearing efforts and the lasting effects of Second World War mine warfare on maritime safety and military strategy. Contains 57 black-and-white photos, 17 black-and-white illustrations, 24 black-and-white maps, 26 tables, 1 diagram, and 1 graph. $48.00 USD
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US AIR POWER 1945-1990 VOLUME 1: U.S. Fighters and Fighter-Bombers, 1945-1949
Documents the political, industrial and technical decisions that shaped the development of the U.S.A.F's early jet fighters and fighter-bombers. Covers the transition from propeller-driven aircraft to first-generation jet designs, showcasing the radical innovations and experimental prototypes that laid the foundation for future air power. Contains detailed descriptions of key aircraft such as the P-80 Shooting Star, the F-86 Sabre, and the F-84 Thunderjet. Provides an integrated narrative that goes beyond mere type histories, weaving together the political backdrop, industrial struggles, and technological advancements that influenced the design and deployment of these pioneering jets. Includes an appendix detailing speculative projects that never reached production, alongside tables listing the performance characteristics of both operational and experimental aircraft from this era. Contains 60 black-and-white photos, 30 color photos, 24 color profiles, 1 map, 1 diagram, and 18 tables. $30.00 USD
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US AIR POWER 1945-1990 VOLUME 2, PART 1: Bombers 1945-1949 – Policy, War Plans, Strategic Air Command and Manufacturers
Provides a detailed examination of the development of the U.S. bomber force in the years immediately following the Second World War. Examines the evolving concept of war as the U.S.A.A.F. evolved into the U.S.A.F and Strategic Air Command was established. Looks at the role played by the major manufacturers of bomber aircraft as they transitioned from producing huge numbers of war-time bombers to smaller numbers of post-war designs, incorporating new technologies for still-evolving concepts for atomic warfare. Contains 63 black-and-white photos, 16 color photos, 18 color profiles, 6 color maps, 5 black-and-white maps, and 2 tables. $30.00 USD
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US AIR POWER 1945-1990 VOLUME 2, PART 2: Bombers 1945-1949 – Bomber Requirements, Bomber Types and Experimental Prototypes
Continues the detailed examination of the development of the U.S. bomber force in the years immediately following the Second World War. Examines the development of the new engines needed for a fleet of aircraft ever-growing in size and complexity and constantly pushing the development envelope. Provides a detailed type history of the aircraft that would enter full production, along with those that while only progressing to the design or prototype stages nevertheless proved important in the overall progress of this new post-war generation of land-based bomber aircraft designed for the independent U.S.A.F. Contains 62 black-and-white photos, 39 color photos, 16 color profiles, 1 color map, 4 diagrams, and 12 tables. $30.00 USD
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THE ULTRA SECRET: Guarding the Secrets that Won the Second World War
Reveals how special liaison units securely delivered Ultra intelligence, shaping pivotal Allied victories in WWII. Details how selected intercepts provided early insights into the French collapse during the Battle of France and proved crucial in the Battle of Britain, North Africa, El Alamein, and the D-Day invasion. The Ultra intelligence was vital for informing Allied military decisions, with Winston Churchill receiving urgent messages directly via a secure phone line. By 1944, the system was highly efficient, delivering time-sensitive information, such as the rapid intelligence on the German evacuation of the Casino line in Italy. Contains 16 mono illustrations. $40.00 USD
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WINGS OVER ITALY: The Story of Flight Sergeant Dennis Varey and 260 Squadron from El Alamein to the Liberation of Europe
Recounts the story of Flight Sergeant Dennis Varey and his comrades in 260 Squadron, whose multi-national crew supported key battles across North Africa and Europe. Using letters, diaries, and first-hand accounts, it highlights the sacrifices of these young men, many of whom never returned or were forever changed by their experiences. Contains 16 mono illustrations. $50.00 USD
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PHOENIX RISING: From the Ashes of Desert One to the Rebirth of U.S. Special Operations
Recounts the paradoxical birth of SOF through the prism of Operation Eagle Claw, the failed attempt to rescue 52 Americans held hostage in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. Vividly describes the personalities involved, the issues faced, and the actions taken, from the conception of the operation to its launch and execution. Historically significant post-analysis of Eagle Claw gives unparalleled insight into how a very dedicated group of people from the Chief of Staff of the Army to lower-ranking personnel subjugated personal ambition to grow the forces necessary to address the emerging terrorist threat. Contains diagrams. $25.00 USD
OMM Discount 15%: Now $21.25 USD
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