| Mainly28s | 05 May 2012 9:07 a.m. PST |
Historian and author Peter Connelly died yesterday. Rest in peace, Mr. Connolly. Thank you for inspirational books. Connolly's friends post – link link |
| Sue Kes | 05 May 2012 9:36 a.m. PST |
We're sorry to hear this, we have always admired his work – one of the best. A great loss. |
Shagnasty  | 05 May 2012 9:58 a.m. PST |
Not only a great and inspiring artist/historian but an excellent "talking head" on several instructional videos I used in teaching. I am very sorry to hear of his passing. His books will continue to inspire me. RIP |
 Doms Decals  | 05 May 2012 10:11 a.m. PST |
Sorry to hear it; quality bloke, and his books on the Greeks especially are a real inspiration. |
| Mapleleaf | 05 May 2012 10:27 a.m. PST |
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| goragrad | 05 May 2012 11:34 a.m. PST |
RIP. Echoing the comments above, I have some of his work and it is quite good. First ran into him as the illustrator for Robinson's 'Armour of Imperial Rome. Was impressed then and was still impressed with 'Greece and Rome at War.'
Ave atque vale.
P.S. Almost forgot, his illustrations of Robinson's reconstruction of the Newstead lorica inspired my construction of a copy. It was like a plan set. |
| LEGION 1950 | 05 May 2012 11:44 a.m. PST |
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| Parmenion | 05 May 2012 12:12 p.m. PST |
His "Greek Armies" was a big influence on me as a boy and still has a treasured place on my bookshelf. RIP. |
| Stewbags | 05 May 2012 2:50 p.m. PST |
Greece and Rome at war was one of the books I never let stay on the shelf in my school library for long, and I am now proud to own the latest version. So long and thanks for the insperation. |
| Patrick R | 05 May 2012 3:29 p.m. PST |
A great inspiration to many gamers and fans of history. RIP |
| Natholeon | 05 May 2012 3:50 p.m. PST |
RIP. As others have said, his work was inspirational for a young boy discovering the ancient world. He'll be greatly missed. |
| SECURITY MINISTER CRITTER | 05 May 2012 8:20 p.m. PST |
I too loved his books. RIP Sir. |
| elcid1099 | 05 May 2012 8:57 p.m. PST |
Very sad. My young son and I love his books on the ancient world.
RIP Mr Connolly. |
| Who asked this joker | 05 May 2012 10:37 p.m. PST |
Rest in peace Mr Connolly. |
| galvinm | 06 May 2012 7:33 a.m. PST |
Rest in peace with the knowledge that you brought many happy hours to people. He will be missed. |
| 138SquadronRAF | 07 May 2012 10:02 a.m. PST |
Thank you for your inspiration over the years. Requiescat in pace. |
| DeanMoto | 07 May 2012 12:53 p.m. PST |
I still have his Odysseus book; also I have In Search of the Trojan War on DVD and will rewatch the segment of his interview – with a model of a Dendra warrior – IIRC Connolly making slashing motions with his sword to the dismay of Michael Wood – check him out at 31:00 here YouTube link . Dean |
| Trajanus | 07 May 2012 1:29 p.m. PST |
His work must have introduced thousands into the period over the years and he leaves a considerable body of work for generations to enjoy. Remembered in Elysium. |
| Oh Bugger | 08 May 2012 5:16 a.m. PST |
He was a very interesting and talented man whom we will miss. RIP |
| Scutatus | 08 May 2012 5:37 a.m. PST |
When the news of this broke I had three of his books by my side. I Have always found his work informative and inspirational and have frequently referred to his works. They were a definate first choice "go to" whenever I wanted to look up something Greek or Roman. This is a great loss. Rest well Mr. Connolly, and thank you for all the help and inspiration over the years. |
