1. In a letter dated 28 June 1985, Rupert Suren of "Willie" Edward Suren Miniatures wrote to advise that, "Some eight to ten weeks ago, Willie Figures was purchased by Col. Anders and Gunnar Lindstrom of Tradition Scandinavia A.B. As you probably know, they are the largest producers of quality 30mm figures and with the addition of the Willie Figures, they should have a near monopoly of the 30mm market. My father Edward had known the Lindstroms for many years and lies the highest regard for them. All orders together with payments that were outstanding at the time of the sale were passed on to Tradition Scandinavia."

Well, this certainly consolidates two of the outstanding 30mm ranges in the hands of one party. The Londstroms have provided prompt service to your Editor (usually 2-4 weeks) as my local friends who engage in local Charge Project battles know. I see this as an advantage for those interested In some outstandingly beautiful SYW 30mms of Edward Suren and also Stadden. The address of Tradition Scandinavia Es: P.O. Box 21170, 5-100 31, Stockholm, Sweden.

2. Tony Adams in Mt. Prospect, Illinois makes us aware of, The Museum Restoration Service at either P.O. Box 390, Bloomfleld, Ontario, Canada KOK 1C0 or P.O. Box 70, Alexandria Bay, N.Y. USA 13607-0070. A catalogue at hand advertises The French Soldier in Colonial America and French Arms Drill of the 18th Century. Both are $4.85 and are pert of the Historical Arms Series respectively numbered 18 and 19. The catalogue also lists numerous other titles, many of which are pertinent to the SYW.

3. Larry Irons in Thornton, Colorado responded to my lest Editorial with regard to my comments on the absence of new SYW miniatures rules. Larry writes, "I noticed your call for rule sets to be published. Well, Doug Wildfong and I are finishing up the text for our set of SYW rules. A prototype rule book was compiled in late 1984. We definitely anticipate final printing this year."

"The rules will work for the middle to late eighteenth century. We will publish a separate module to encompass warfare in North America. The rules are 1:50 scale (1:25 for North America). A CE roster system is used and it has some similarities to Bob Jones' "La Guerre" for the method of computing CE and its purpose."

Editor's Note: LG was published in 1972. It is a wonderfully unique set of Napoleonic rules using an initiative movement system (now out of print). CE is a numerical quantification of strength, fatigue, training and morale.

"I have done some in depth mathematical and statistical analysis of ballistics for the period and found some interesting relationships for musketry vollfes. The probability to hit a target is inversely proportional to the range. A target at 50 yards will take twice as many casualties as a target at 100 yards. Also, Clausewitz (in his work On War) made the statement that when opposing infantry lines volley at each other, both will take approximately the same number of casualties as long as the frontage of the larger does not exceed twice the frontage of the smaller. The smaller unit has a larger target, therefore it causes more casualties than normal. The larger unit has a smaller target, so it causes fewer casualties."

"Well, mathematically this is almost correct. There is a smell remainder term which can be ignored, therefore Clausewitz's statement is correct. No set of rules takes this into account. Ours does, in a simple modifier to the casualty factors."

"Morale tests are based on the remaining CE vs. starting CE, with modifiers where appropriate. Generally it is very quick."

"Analysis of artillery showed that the actual casualties caused by ball and shell were minlscule but morale and stress were more significant effects. We allow artillery to cause automatic CE losses for ball based on target depth; shell also, with some modifiers to take Into account its unpredictability. Cannister is still the deadly force it should be. Counter battery fire is weighted in favor of howitzer fire, but it is unpredictable and not devastating over the farm."

"The movement system 1s move-countermove to eliminate arguments. Durlng a turn, one side is moving the other side is shooting. 'This helps simulate the lack of desire to immediately Close with the enemy. Nobody wants to move right up to point blank range and receive a first volley. Everybody prefers to march up to about 100 paces and exchange one volley before closing in."

"When using the same rules set for North America, we did not have to make up any special rules. By using lots of broken terrain, cutting down cavalry to a minimum, fielding less artillery and more militia troops, the effect was amazing. Fewer troops were routed or pursued to death, and overall, it resembled an American Revolution battlefield. Rifles were more effective in this environment. They had more places to hide and lees hostile cavalry to worry about."

"The rules are easy to learn. We have introduced them at demos and local conventions. The players picked them up very rapidly. We have a one card reference, front and back, which has most of the tables needed."

The name of the rules will be Linear Tactics authored by Larry and Doug and they will advise us when it becomes available.

4. Chris Parker in Newburyport, MA mentions he is considering marketing his SYW wargame rules entitled, "Princes and Petty Kings" for $6-8.00 and that he hopes to have them ready in the spring for the HMGS Con, where he plans to run three SYW wargames. The set is twenty seven pages long on loose sheets of 8 1/2" x 11" paper.

As Chris states. "These rules are designed for the large scale battles that were fought on the continent of Europe during the mid-seventeen hundreds. They are written primarily to deal with the War of the Austrian Succession (1740-48) and the Seven Years War (1756-63). With slight modification, wars of the late seventeen hundreds could also be played." lie also says, "I'm interested in conversing with others in our hobby who are interested in playtesting a high level set of rules. If (so), send a very large SASE and $1.00 to help defray costs of copy (50 pages)." When the project !s officially marketed, playtesters will receive a copy at a reduced cost. Finally. Chris memtioned the convention he puts on every October in his area. Those interested in attending ought to give it a try and he plans to host another in May. Write: Chris Parker, The Toy Soldier, 19-A Inn Street, Box 148, Newburyport, MA 01950.

5. Barry Gray, author of "Koenig Krieg" has informed me that a second edition of . his rules ere now available As Derry's advertisement elsewhere in this issue states, there are, better graphics. more optional rules, additional orders of battle and clarifications to original rules. The cost is $11.00 including postage, but Barry makes a special offer to owners of the first edition. If they send the cover of their first edition to Barry, the cost of the second edition will be reduced by $4.00. KK is certainly presented very well and the graphics are indeed great. Another nice touch is the inclusion of a star beside new or changed rules so that one does not have to reread the entire set to find changes. The game is grand tactical in scope and can accommodate 15-25mm miniatures. See Volume 1, Issue No. 4, June 1983 of our SYWA Newsletter for a review of KK.

Barry also advises that he is playtesting rules for fortress warfare.... I bought one of the new Vauban star forts from Greenfield Hobbles and constructed my own ravelins, ditch and covered way to go with 1t." This is good news for eighteenth century enthusiasts because there is growing interest in conducting siege wargames. More work is needed in this area of rules production to make a siege wargame playable, entertaining and interesting. Let us encourage Berry to continue on and eventually produce a set of rules for same.

6. Other good news about SYW rules includes the decision of Tod Kershner and Dale Wood to make their "Age of Reason" set available in 1986. See the "Age of Reason" advertisement elsewhere in thus issue.

7. Somebody said it couldn't be done; probably me! However, Bill Abrams has produced a set of SYW rules on one sheet of paper (using both sides) called "18th Century Quick Rules." It is a grand tactical game and is just the thing for those who prefer few rules, the joy of simplicity and probably Is perfect for convention judges who do not want to burden their players with lots of rules. It is a good effort and 8111 will copy a set and moil game to those of you who send him o stamped, self-addressed envelope. Write to Dill at Miniature Figurines Ltd., Box P, Pine Plains, NY 12567.

8. The November 1985 issue of "Military Modelling" mentions another set of SYW rules entitled, "Black Eagles" by J. Lenton and C. Sapherson of Raider Games. MM advises it retells for 90 pence (roughly $1.30). Raider also sells 15mm SYW black and white flags with painting instructions at JO pence per sheet if one includes a self addressed-envelope. Write to 119 Elmete Way, Leeds. LS8 2MD, UK. 9. News of more SYW era miniatures comes from RAFM Company Inc at 19 Concession St., Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, NIR 2G6. The long awaited third installment of their "Flint and Feather" range Is now available. It Includes European soldiers dressed !n the unique clothing they wore while serving in North America during that phase of the SYW known as the French and Indian War. There are also additional colonials too. Seventeen new packages are available to us for the British and French including line, light, grenadiers and command. Also available ore British marines, American female settlers and Americans in hunting shirts and regimental uniforms.

While attending Origins 85 this pest June I had an opportunity to see advance miniatures of this line and can attest to their beauty. They are 25mms end will serve very well indeed in the forests of North America for those of us who are interested in wargaming the French and Indian War. Write to RAFM for a listing. Packages include six miniatures for $4.00.

10. 30mm enthusiasts and those of us who like what some cell tall-sized 25mm miniatures (which seem to measure nearly 28mm in height) will be delighted to learn that RSM. Ltd. of 413 E. Maxwell St.. Lexington, KY 40502 has bought the entire Pax Britannica range of miniatures. In a purchase arranged this past September, RSM bought all the moulds and sole production rights of Pax Britannica. Now the entire Pax D. range will be manufactured and sold in the United States. In addition, casting will be sub-contracted out to Ral Partha of Ohio which is known for the quality of its casting.

Your Editor had the great fortune to chat at length with two of RSM's owners and SYWA members (Dennis Small and Don Settle) this past October at the Seventh Historical Wargame Weekend In Milwaukee, Wisconsin where RSM premiered the Pax D. range of miniatures. The entire range of 30mm SYW miniatures produced by talented designer Steve Hezzlewood was in evidence and were of the highest quality and appeal. Readers will perhaps recall a listing of the SYW Pax Ds in the June 1984 issue of the Newsletter. The range consists of French and British regulars on horse and foot with artillerymen and a light cannon with limber and horses. In addition there is an extensive range of miniatures suitable for warfare in North America Including Indians. In 1986, the line will hopefully be expanded to include Austrians and more Prussians. Many of the Prussians are available now. RSM also makes weapons packs available seperately as well.

Your Editor spent a considerable amount of time at the RSM booth admiring the fine quality of the some 4,000 miniatures brought to Milwaukee. Subsequent to the show, RSM sent some samples of miniatures and these were of a very high standard 4n craftsmanship as well. My SYW armies for use in Drums Along the Mohawk (25-30mm), Tricorne (25mm) and Charge (25-30mm) have, as you can guess, soon a recent considerable increase in their establishments.

Readers are advised to send for RSM's catalogue and to see their advertisment elsewhere in this issue. The miniatures will be found to be suitable for most any wargamer who has o 25mm or 30mm collection and those of us in The Charge Project will surely go head over heels. The cost of a miniature soldier whether on foot or on horse is .50. Horses come in a variety of poses and sell for .70 in addition.

RSM plans to attend various conventions around the USA in 1986 including the April 1986 Midwest Seven Years War Association Meet in Illinois. The company would like to hear from the membership as to the quantity and type of miniatures they should bring so that when in attendance, all of us can purchase exactly what we want. This is a good idea so write to RSM to learn about their convention calendar. 11. More good news is upon us for word comes that another company, Falcon Miniatures of Suite 102 , 1 High Street. Medford, MA 02155 w111 produce a new range of SYW 25mm miniatures in 1986. Currently available ere Prussian Musketeers, fusiliers, grenadiers and foot command for same. I have not seen any of these miniatures as yet, but have seen other miniatures from this company. If these are an example, then their SYW range will prove to be appealing. The Prussian foot come six miniatures to a box far $4.00.

12. While attending the 1985 Origins Convention, I came across the GHQ booth. This company is known for its very fine range of micro armor etc. However. also in evidence -as a wonderful range of new SYW 15mm miniatures which will truly make the 15mm enthusiast take notice. A large range of the major powers is planned and indeed a wide variety of these were in evidence in greet splendor. The company is not currently marketing this range because it wants to hear from all interested 15mm wargamers interested in the SYW first. This is a business precaution to determine the extent of the market for this range. Therefore, if interested, write to GHQ to get on their mailing list at: 2634 Bryant Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55408.

13. French and Indian War 25mm enthusiasts should be aware that Hinchliffe Miniatures produces a line of miniatures for the American Revolutionary War entitled. "X-Range American War of Independence." Some of theme miniatures are suitable for the French and Indian War. Your Editor has used X-43 and X-44, Militiamen respectively in shirt and coat advancing in his French and Indian War skirmish wargames. The regular Hinchliffe range for the Revolution also sports a few additional miniatures as well which helps make for variety. The US distributor for Hinchliffe Es Modelers Mart, 2071 Range Road. Clearwater, FL 33575.

14. Mark Nichipor writes from Medford, Ma that, "The famous HWG line of 30mm models from Germany are being sold in England by the following company; Continental Model Supply Company, 36 Cray Gardens, Rainham, Essex, RM13 7NH, England. Of interest to us are the Prussian SYW 6 Pdra., and the 12 Pdr. cannon and limber, English AWI 3 Pdr. galloper gun and assorted baggage and supply wagons. The last are just right for your camp followers (and shame on anyone who does not have any in their armies!). All are very well done, with great detail and best of all are 30mm scale."

15. Early in December, Pat Condray of Editions Brokaw forwarded samples of his new 15mm range of miniatures for the age of Marlborough. I have had the pleasure of seeing these miniatures painted up and in action at Little Wars 1985 and also at Origins 1985 and they provide a splendid array of colorful soldiers. At hand is a squadron of the mounted Musketeers of the Maison du Roi which Pat assures me can be used up to and including the SYW. He feels that a number of our readers will he interested in the cross-over potential of his miniatures from the early part of the 18th century to the middle of same and that others will want to fight the wars of Louis XIV. I think he is right and so interested parties should contact: Editions Brokaw-C/O Pat Condray, at 8234 Kings Arm Drive, Alexandria, VA 22308. Denler inquiries are invited.

16. "Courier" renders take note. The Courier has "The Supply Depot" an organ of the magazine to provide the readership with discounted wargame rules and reference works makes "Minor British Expeditions", Parts 1 and 2 available for $5.50 and $6.00 respectively. According to Volume VI., Number J, "British Minor Expeditions" Is a brief record of four different raids sent from England against the French coast in the years 1746, 1758 and 1761. This booklet may be of interest for two reasons. For the history buff it provides some detail about how England tried to use its naval superiority to influence events on the continent. The 1759 expedition, for example, was dreamed up by Pitt in an effort to create a diversion in favor of the King of Prussia .... For the gamer, enough information is given to develop some lively amphibious scenarios that might include naval actions and sieges."

17. Also with regard to the "Courier" magazine, the current theme of Volume VI is the age of sell. Readers with an avid or partial interest in warfare in the period of the 1700 to 1820 are well advised to take a look at this wonderful series by author of the rules and historical fiction novels entitled "Privateers and Gentlemen."

18. The "Courier", edited by Dick Bryant, is well worth your consideration for it offers o wide variety of articles and news relating to historical miniatures wargaming. The subscription rate for six jammed-packed issues produced in a twelve to eighteen month period or so in North America is $14.00, Write to The Courier. Box 1878, Brockton, MA 02303 if you live In the American continents, to Athena Books, 34 Imperial Crescent, Town Moor, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN2 58U, England If you live in Europe and to The Tin Soldier, 424 George St., Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia if you live "down under." The Courier is well worth your support for it serves your interests as an historical miniatures magazine and spokesman for us at large.

19. The latest Issue of "Gorget and Sash" is also at hand. This is the Journal of the Early Modern Warfare Society edited by Curt Johnson. Volume II, Number 4 is packed with articles relevant to the 18th century buff, including, "Russian Infantry Uniforms and Colors at Zorndorf," "The Jacobite Armies" and "Some Troops of the French Irish Brigade." Volume III will get underway 1n 1906 and a $10.00 investment will provide four issues as they become available.

"The Early Modern Warfare Society was established (in 1980) to serve the needs of a diverse community of military enthusiasts with a particular interest 1n the history of the art of warfare during the period I500-1789. The society's goals are to:"

"Publish Information on military organization, uniforms, flags. tactics. personalities ... campaigns and battles...."

"Promote interest in the period generally, particularly among miniature wargamers, model soldier collectors and military historians and"

"Further study of warfare and military Institutions of the period. Society membership entitles one to four issues of the society's journal and discounts on the society's special publications."

Write to Gorget and Sash at 5218 Landgrave Lane, Springfield, VA 2Z151. •

20. Wally Simon's November 1985 PW Review is also at hand with its usual plethora of articles with new wargame rules ideas. Of interest in the current issue is an article entitled, "Ambush" by Robin Peck and Don Lambert. Your Editor was entranced by the methodology created by the authors to provide rules which seem to make the very difficult thing that is an ambush work well whether in solo or multi-player play. With a series of dice rolls and charts, ambushers and the ambushed react, appear and disappear with great frequency. This should have bearing on those who engage in warfare in the French and Indian War or any war really. An annual subscription with regular bi-monthly issues is available for $8.00, as I recall, from Wally. Write to him at 12905 Layhill Road, Silver Spring, HD 20906.

21. Another wargame journal worth your attention as I have mentioned before is Hal Thinglum's Midwest Wargamers Association Newsletter (MWAN). Originlally Intended as a Midwest LISA wargame newsletter, MWAN has grown in stature and content with a deserved world-wide following of historical miniatures wargamers who are interested In many diverse periods of history. Of particular note is MWAN's news column called "Bits and Pieces" Which is full of current news about new products in the hobby and reminds your Editor of the way Don Featherstone loaded his now ended WarRnmers Newsletter with an unbelievable amount of information. Indeed, your Editor feels that MWAN should be called, The New Wargamers Newsletter or The Historical Wargamers Newsletter. Hal publishes regularly on a bi-monthly basis. A year's subscription is only $7.00. Write to 3533 west 218th Street, Matteson, IL 60443.

22. The number of eighteenth century wargames at various conventions seems to be on the rise. At Origins this pest June there were nearly ten while the Seventh Historical Wargame Weekend in Milwaukee in October had a similar number and Little Wars last Spring in Chicago sported nearly the same number again. This is a wonderful change from past years where few 18th century miniatures wargames were in evidence. Barry Gray also advised that Historicon 85 also had about ten 18th century events. In general, interest in wargaming the eighteenth century 1e on the rise all over and our manufacturers are thankfully supporting our growing enthusiasm by making more 18th century miniatures and buildings available than ever before. We are In a wonderful period of plenty and must be cognizant of the efforts made by manufacturers to support them so that their interest will be sustained.

23. Terry Wise of Athena Books informs us that plans to reprint Charge or Now to Play Wargames authored by Brigadier General Peter Young and Colonel James Lawford will hopefully occur 1n 1986. Terry will keep us apprised of further details when they become known.

24. Member Todd Fisher. who Is one of the prime movers of the Little Were Convention in the Chicagoland Area advises that planning for the May 9-11, 1986 convention is underway. lie asks that those among our membership who are Interested in running events and/or in helping with the necessary work of making the show a continued success contact him now. As your Editor knows from his experience In committee work and In chairing the teem responsible for the Milwaukee Historical Wargame Weekend for a number of years, the work of running conventions falls on the shoulders of too few a number of dedicated hobbyists. The help needed to run a convention as big as Little Wars is not great so long as enough people volunteer for the needed division of tasks. I think many times people are reluctant to become involved for fear that the task would be too great, too time consuming and never ending. Todd has some fresh new ideas in mind to make these fears vanish and would therefore welcome some "new blood" as we say, to help with Little Wars 1986. I[ !s time too for more of us to help out in these types of activities so that the few who are more Involved will be able to continue to do the big tasks for years to come without becoming "burned out" which would then he detrimental to the entire community of historical wargamers. Please write to Todd Fisher today. His address is 6010 North Marmora Chicago, IL 60646. Telephone: 312-465-700G.

25. Details regarding the Third Annual Seven Years War Association Meet at Jumers Castle Lodge, 209 South Broadway, Urbana, Illinios 61801 (Tel: 217-384-8800) scheduled for April 12-13, 1986 have been forwarded by Greg Novak as follows: "On the weekend of the 12-13th of April, 1986, the Seven Years War Association, in conjunction with the Central Illinois Tabletop Wargamers, will hold their 3rd Annual Meet at Urbana, Illinois. The main purpose of the meet is to allow those interested in this period of history a chance to get together, exchange information and game. The secondary purpose is to allow those members of the CITW a chance to look at this era and see what it holds for the miniatures player."

"Realizing that most of the attendees will be from out of town, the hosts of this event would like to run a slightly different format than used at the other two SYW events in 1984 and 1985. At present it would look like this:"

SATURDAY - APRIL 12, 1986 SESSION 1 9AM-12 NOON: Seminars on background to the SYW, the SYW in India, Campaign Rules, The French and Indian War, Naval Warfare, Painting Information, Rules, etc.
LUNCH NOON-1PM SESSION 2 1PM-5PM Wargames.
DINNER 5PM-7PM: Group sit down dinner. Guest of honor will be Hal Thinglum of the Midwest Wargamers Association Newsletter. Guest speaker will be Frank Chadwick, President of Games Designers Workshop and author of three boardgames about the SYW.
SESSION 3 7PM-11PM: Wargames; new or those planned to continue into this session.

SUNDAY - APRIL 13, 1986
SESSION 4 8AM-NOON: Scheduled and open wargames and spontaneous talk sessions.

"This schedule is designed to meet the needs of two different groups of people and is on experiment. There ore those who will drive down to the Meet and beck on the same day and those who travel from far enough away that they will stay the night. The cost of the room that we will he using will be paid for both days by the dinner we are having Saturday night. Since we have the room essentially for free, we thought we might as well use the room on Sunday as well. Likewise, the reason that we do not want to use Saturday morning for wargames Is to make St easier for those who come for one day to arrive easily and for those who are present to have a chance to exchange information."

Cost - Saturday and/or Sunday plus the SYWA dinner = $9.00. Saturday and/or Sunday not including dinner = $4.00.

"A more detailed flyer will be sent to all members of the SYWA and the CITW as soon as we have more information on wargames. Information regarding motel rooms will be sent at that time as well."

The hosts, Walt Le Begue and Greg Novak, invite anyone interested in running a wargame or seminar to contact them as soon as possible to provide them with data concerning what you would like to do and when. Your help in making this a succesful event will be much appreciated. Write to: Greg Novak at 618 West Union , Champaign, 11. 61820 or call 1-217-35G-5725 if you are interested in putting on a game or running a seminar. Contact Walt Lebegue at Box 32, Mason, IL 62443 or cell 1-G18-238-4790 for general attendance information and if you are a vendor interested in showing your wares.

Once again we have another marvelous opportunity to meet each other for the benefits of camraderie, fun and games. Those that have .attended the two past two meets say they have been among the most enjoyable wargame social events they have experienced, and why not, our membership consists of some of the friendliest folks bur none and everyone shares a common interest in a singularly interesting period of history with the unique chance to be totally emersed in it for a weekend in a very relaxed atmosphere. Don't miss this one!

26. Peter Huston in Scotia, New York writes, "I have a piece of news that may be of interest to SYWA members. ... I've started reading a piece of historical fiction that covers Pontlac's Uprising [entitled] The Conquerors by Allan W. Eckert. [I] recomend ft highly... Anyone with figures for the French and Indian War could find some interesting skirmishes suitable for replaying on a tabletop."

Peter also asks if there are any miniatures of civilians manufactured for the eighteenth century. Yes, Peter, contact Frontier, Hinchliffe, Miniature Figurines USA, RAFM and Stone Mountain for suitable 25mms and RSM plus Tradition Scandinavia for 30mm. Pest issues of this Newsletter have addresses for all these fine companies.

27. On hand is a neat book entitled, Assault From the Sea, Essays on the History of Amphibious Warfare, edited by Lt. Col. M. L. Bartlett, USMC (Retired). For those of you interested in this type of subject, this work will prove to be an excellent source for the general reader, rules smithy and wargame scenario designer. Starting with Marathon !n 490 DC, the book travels through time making numerous stops with five in the eighteenth century ending with the Falklands in 1982 AD. The cost is around $25.00. The book was published by the Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, fill 21402 in 19113.

28. George Phillies forwarded his magazine of The Strategy Gaming Society entitled, "Strategist." Published monthly for an annual $9.99 subscription, this newsletter is, ' . the [USA's) all hobby amateur wargaming magazine .... The SGS is made up of people ... who organize conventions, publish newsletters and pamphlets, run tourneys and do other things which make our hobby a better place to be."

This effort is designed to bring together various diverse elements of the hobby for purposes of solidarity, assistance, discounts and information exchange. Published since 1973. To use a phrase I have used before in these pages, Hen on Horseback and those who went to be will do well to subscribe to this newsletter. Contact George at 87-6 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA 01605

29. Martin Lange in Toronto, Canada reminds us of tire military book retailer A. A. Johnston of Pitney, Langport, Somerset. England TAIO ' The catalogue at hand shows a variety of books about the 18th century Including, An Historical Journal of the Campaigns In North _America For the Years 1757, 1758, 1759 and 1760 by Captain John Knox. It is in three volumes with maps and illustrations with over 1,700 pages. The price shown is 27.50 English pounds.

30. Another book retailer is Klaus-Dieter Gerson of Schleemer Weg 15, 2000 Hamburg 74 in West Germany. A handful of catalogues before your Editor indicates that those interested in books in the German language about Prussia and Austria, etc, will do well to obtain current listings. The 18th century is represented very well by text and picture type books.

31. We are to be treated to another 18th century era motion picture entitled, "REVOLUTION,"soon. (Previously in 1985 there was the movie "Amadeus"sat in the court of Austria's Joseph II.) It stars Al Pacino as a Scottish Immigrant who is reluctantly dragged into the war when his son is kidnapped. "Revolution encompasses all of the turbulent war period, including the signing of Lite Declaration of Independence, the hitter winter at Valley Forge and the American victory at Yorktown." Though not the SYW. the film will doubtlessly be of interest to us for the pagentry of an historical film with soldiers who are historically clad as seen in a promotional photograph.

32. Through the kindness of Honorary Member Professor Christopher Duffy, the Macmillan Publishing Company forwarded a complimentary copy of the Professor's latest literary effort entitled, The Military Life of Frederick the Great. It is 407 pages long with numerous maps and illustrations of the mid-18th century. It is assuredly another marvelous contribution by Professor Duffy and is, "...the first book in a hundred years devoted to the military career of the eighteenth-century soldier and monarch who ranks second only to Napoleon in greatness (and) . offers a reevaluation of Frederick's place in history that is as fascinating as it is brilliant."

Your Editor has not had time to read the book since it arrived in the midst of production for this issue of your Newsletter. However, I cannot imagine any one of us not wanting a copy for ourselves. The table of contents starts with Frederick's origins and swiftly moves on through The Silesian Wars, the SYW and the War of Bavarian Succession ending with the final days of Old Fritz. There is much of value in this military study of not only the man, but the times and methods of the pathways of Frederican warfare.

Finally, the book sells for $25.00 not including postage.. However. Macmillan ties kindly offered the book at a discounted price via our SYW Association. Therefore, see an advertisement for same elsewhere in this issue and note that It in mentioned on the renewal subscription form enclosed with this issue as well. Thank you Professor Duffy for your kindness in this regard. We are indebted to you for this courtesy and opportunity.

33. Bob Potter of Wilmington. DE writes, "I want to thank the members who responded to my advert for Newbury Rules and Fusil and Fortress. For those waiting for Fusil and Fortress, I am preparing to set another petard under the author in an effort to get more copies. For those looking for Newbury Rules, . the Newbury people have granted exclusive distribution of their rules (and Donnlnston figures) to Wargames in Texas, who is charging $8.95 a set, exclusive of postage. When I bought the rules lost year from Newbury, I paid an average of $2,80 a copy wholesale. which is why I was able to send them via first class mail to those who ordered. When I sent a re-order lest July 1985, the rote of exchange (made the cost) $3.07. Anyway, Wargames' price to me was higher than I was charging to the members. I will attempt to source them from Britain. In the interim, I recommend that you order them from Britain (The Guardroom 1s very good. Or, you can order them direct from Newbury (as advertised In Military Modelling)."

"I am considering doing a 25mm SYW or 25mm AWI wargame at the March 1986 HMGS Convention [using Newbury's 18th century and colonial rules respectively]. ...please drop mc a line (if you want to play and/or bring troops and whether you mind folks using yours]."

Finally, Bob inquires of our members in West Germany if they have seen the military flags in The City Vaults Museum in Rothenburg or if they could take a drive there to take a look? Bob thinks there may be flags from Wurttemburg or Baden-Durlach therein.

34. Once again, thanks to many of you we have another exceptionally informative "News" section. Please, readers, authors, vendors and wargamers kindly keep sending information to the Editor.

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