More FPW Prussians
Following up on the handfuls of German commanders (see FPW Prussian Commanders), more Germans emerge from the painting desk. In fact, painting efforts at present seem to be almost solely centered on fielding German units for the project expansion. Since a large French army has already mustered out long ago for the Franco-Austrian War project, does adding Germans and expanding to include the 1866 and 1870 conflicts represent a supplement or a new project? How would you classify it? Out from the photo box today marches the 31st IR. These 48 figures in three 16-figure battalions are all from Lancashire Games. As mentioned before, I think the advancing Prussians are excellent. More Prussians are in the painting queue along with more Bavarians as well. Allan, from Lancashire Games, sent out a sample pack containing enough figures to field one battalion each of Baden and Wurttemberg infantry. These figures are equally nice and presently receiving a slap of paint. My early August order, long held up in Irish Customs appears to be finally(!) on the move. Royal Mail reported this week that the package has hit the USA and is currently languishing in the port of Los Angeles. Getting closer but not here yet! On the previous post on blog anniversary and battle reporting, reader response was outstanding. Thanks to all that took the time to contribute. One reader sent his response via email (shy fellow that he is) and brought up the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle and the Observer Effect. Interesting topic to ponder and explore another time. Thoughts on the paradox of modern wargaming are rumbling around in my head as well. For now, back to the painting desk.
Another beautiful looking unit Jonathan ! 👌
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DeleteGreat looking regiment Jonathan
ReplyDeleteThanks, Neil!
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ReplyDeleteBe careful with Prussians; let one in and before you know it it's "Ich hat ein Kamerad" and they have taken over....☺
Look what happened to the Austrians in Silesia.....☺
Neil
Neil, it may be too late.
DeleteSplendid and a period right up my strasse (again) currently.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Phil! Much more to come.
DeleteThey look very impressive Jon, nice pose, as you say. A new project or an expansion? I wouldn't know...I feel you may be overthinking it just a tad?! Mind you, if you are considering the paradoxes of modern wargaming, you are obviously doing a lot of thinking. Hopefully you put some of your thoughts into a future post...the previous one was very interesting, as evidenced by the outstanding response.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Keith! I do a lot of thinking and overthinking about a number of topics.
DeleteVery nice additions there Jon and nice of Alan to include some sample packs too:). Personally I see the 1859, 1866 & 1870/71 campaigns as pretty much the same in terms of uniforms, which is one of the big attractions of this 'period'. The tactics and weaponry change slightly, but not that would affect us gamers, unless you really are into the periods mentioned and know the subtle differences;)!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Steve! Yeah, having Allan send out done samples is generous although he would like photos when painted for his website. Based on your assessment, I guess moving into the FPW from FAW is simply a project expansion.
DeleteA determined looking formation marching forward. Has your painting style changed since you painted the opposing French a long time ago?
ReplyDeleteHas my painting style changed. Hardly!
DeleteYour Prussians look great as always Jonathan. I had similar thoughts when I added Hessians to my British, and decided because there were only eight or nine units it was not big enough to constitute a new project or army.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lawrence! Is adding Hessians to an AWI different from adding Prussians to a different war? Maybe not even though these German army will be much larger than 8-9 units.
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