Soldiers of The Queen (Published Quarterly) write for subscription information to George Dibley, Arm Farm Cottage, Blisworth Arm, Northampton, England NN7 3EF.
The Journal of the Victorian Military Society, S.O.T.Q. covers the armies of the British Empire and, to a lesser extent the armies of other countries through the Victorian Period and ending in about 1914. The journal deals with specialized military topics of many kinds including book reviews, wargames, militaria, short biographies and historical accounts of military events during the period of interest. in addition to thejournal, a newsletter entitled the "Soldiers Small Book" is published to members from time to time.
With regard to content, issue #37 contains articles on the uniform of the 7th Middlesex Rifle Volunteers, an auction in London of several sets of old "toy soldiers" manufactured around the turn of the century, and the recovery of the Queen's colour following Isandhlwana among others, There is also a review section covering material of interest and a "Letters to the Editor" section.
An interesting publication whose format is greatly enhanced by the line drawings, photographs and reproductions of drawings from contemporary publications that are liberally spread throughout the magazine. S.O.T.Q. is recommended to gamers with an interest in the period. When writing please include the appropriate international reply coupons.
Slingshot (Published Bimonthly) write for membership information to Ian Smith, 10 Sussex Close, Boreham, Chelmsford Essex, England CM3 3ED.
My friendly editor reminded me that it has been a considerable time since Slingshot has been mentioned in these pages. I initially denied it, but on checking my back issues I find that he is correct. This has been a serious omission. Slingshot (the journal of the Society of Ancients) is one of the most influential publications in the hobby. Anyone with even a passing interest in Ancient Wargaming, whether using the WRG ruleset or some other, should not be without the regular delivery of this magazine.
Issue #115 contains the usual extensive letters section on rules and research among other topics, several battle reports and a couple of review columns. Of particular interest to American gamers is the inclusion of a review section covering publications and figures released in America. Historical research is never neglected and this issue has a lengthy article on the history and organization of the Mitannian Empire including drawings and descriptions of its army's armour and equipment. Other historical articles include part 3 of a review of the evolution of the Roman Legion, part 1 of a series of articles on English archery of the longbow period, and a description of Roman crossbows. These are only a selection of the contents of this particular issue.
Needless to say, Slingshot is highly recommended for all ancient gamers or those with an interest in the period. Again, please include international reply coupons when writing for membership information.
OTHER MAGAZINE NOTES
On the subject of excellent British publications, the bimonthly publication Arquebusier is now 7 pounds for a year's subscription with surface mail delivery. Write to Andrew Whitly, 17 Stanley Road West, Oldfield Park, Bath. Avon, England BA1 3HU.
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