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Miniatures Adventure => The Conflicts that came in from the Cold => Topic started by: Lord Raglan on 03 October 2019, 10:02:11 PM
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Chechen War Battle Reports
Chechen War Battle Report - HIND Down!! - https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=115903.0[/size]
Battle of Grozny (1994–95) - "Welcome to Hell" Batrep - https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=118749.0
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Chechen War Battle Report - The Hunt for Batalov - https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=119886.msg1502768;topicseen#new
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Russian BTR-80a
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EF306gmWwAcuV6Z?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EF308FOXYAAE6Xj?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EF309fQWoAA5rYr?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EF30-PwW4AMziXI?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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Chechen BRDM-2 (converted into a medic's vehicle)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EFpcQhiXkAEb7VD?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EFpcRQJWwAILPzf?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EFpcSAmWoAEV0uG?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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Chechen BMP2
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EFpJ_w9XoAAhz4X?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EFpKAgRWwAc9v0m?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EFpKBPUWoAAWKLR?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EFpKB7CXYAAgUeQ?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
1/48 scale HLBS / Empress Miniatures
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Russian BRDM2
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EDYY_DYX4AANX0x?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EDYY_64W4AAzV86?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EDYZArUWsAEjAAd?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EDYZBZSX4AAWhdQ?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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Great models!
But the slogan: "Destroy the fascist snake!" on the side of the Russian BRDM-2 looks obsolete for 40 years)))
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Great models!
But the slogan: "Destroy the fascist snake!" on the side of the Russian BRDM-2 looks obsolete for 40 years)))
Not really, the bloke who wrote it is stuck in the past, he just can't let go for some reason, I think he needs therapy ;)
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Very cool.
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Very nice
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Lovely work on those vehicles, especially like the mattress on the bonnet :-*
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Nice models.
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Russian T72
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EIMYeQ2WsAEd4Mk?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EIMYevSXsAAOI4p?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EIMYfdnWkAEIVq5?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
1/50 scale model from Empress Miniatures
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Ruined factory complex for Chechnya
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EIJlZQoW4AYjLWU?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EIJlaKsWsAI_94w?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EIJlbIDW4AA9xsr?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EIJlcAIWoAAe_RX?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EIPbEoiW4AAMNtV?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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Loving that, scratchbuild or home made?
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Wow, great piece of work.
Very cool.
You could have a battle just in and around it.
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Loving that, scratchbuild or home made?
Scratch build for me by Chris at Task Force Terrain
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Lovely stuff.
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Russian Parachute Section with armoured support, ready for patrol in Chechnya
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJBCavBW4AAwI1Z?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJBCblVWkAAvWy-?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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Very nice work.
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Chechen Wolf Pack deploying from VW "APC"
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJBHCctW4AAEirc?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJBHDXzXUAA2BxR?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJBHEMkW4AA8Z_V?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJBHE-YWoAQlLgo?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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Russian funded Ukraine Mercenaries with BTR
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJA9JI_WwAEw_2t?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJA9J5IWkAA9faE?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJA9K36XUAAeNeH?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EJA9MvOW4AAH0wi?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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In fact, Ukrainian mercenaries fought on the side of the Chechens - against the Russians)))
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Love, love, love this thread!
Amazing terrain, vehicles and miniatures!
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In fact, Ukrainian mercenaries fought on the side of the Chechens - against the Russians)))
Their are mercenaries FFS, they will fight for anyone who pays them.
Your comments never cease to make me smile, just because you are Russian, you think it gives you a monopoly to criticize any posts which relate to your country. If you can't say something positive, please keep comments to yourself, as I am not interested.
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Their are Mercenaries FFS, they will find for anyone.
I think what your doing is outstanding, i sense your pain though, from the sniping you keep getting. Do not worry about it, your work and enjoyment rise far above it.
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I think what your doing is outstanding, i sense your pain though, from the sniping you keep getting. Do not worry about it, your work and enjoyment rise far above it.
Cheers buddy!!
I don't usually rise to negative comments, but this bloke is just arrogant and bloody rude at times.
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The first Russian private military company appeared in 2013. It was registered in Hong Kong (Russian laws prohibited such formations). She was engaged in the protection of ships from Somali pirates and military training.
So in the Chechen wars (1994-96, 1999-2001) there could be no mercenaries on the Russian side. There were contractors, i.e. people who were formally accepted into the service of the Russian armed forces. They did not have any special units and served in regular military units.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wagner_Group
How easy it is to judge what you don’t know)))
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I am not interested in your comments, they are toy soldiers, it's meant to be a bit of fun.
What are you, the Russian Minister for accurate toy soldiers or something?
If you want to act like a dick, take yourself off to TMP.
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I am not interested in your comments, they are toy soldiers, it's meant to be a bit of fun.
What are you, the Russian Minister for accurate toy soldiers or something?
If you want to act like a dick, take yourself off to TMP.
Careful now re: stones and glass houses.
I think Cuprum, as any member, is entitled to point out, in a conductive fashion, any factual issues (I won't say errors given that I take this project to be at least to some extent fictionalized), but please remember all that Chechnya as per the board rules is a limited subject. Also, do refrain from any (implied) personal attacks, period.
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I am curious about scenarios for this conflict. Are you using some reference work to create or recreate scenarios or just winging it? If winging it are you intimately familiar with the conflict or just using scenarios of a generic nature? I ask as the conflict interests me but I have no real knowledge of it at all and might want to try actions from it (like I need another period to distract me!) and am curious for ideas where to start. I prefer my scenarios to be typical of the actions which may have taken place as opposed to actions which I like with a veneer of period added. Thank you.
If others know a good source for an overview which may lead to scenarios please chime in (the Osprey book, a web site, board game or other book or magazine or perhaps and actual scenario publication).
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Caprum has sniped at me on several of my threads (not just this one), as a result, I think my response was both appropriate and proportionate.
My comments on this forum are always positive about other people's work. I would never dream of publicly criticising someone's else hobby. If I don't like something, then I would rather not comment. It's a simple but courteous tactic, but one which reduces the risk of me offending any of the good people on this forum. Maybe our Russian friend would do well to adopt a similar approach.
Gareth
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I am curious about scenarios for this conflict. Are you using some reference work to create or recreate scenarios or just winging it? If winging it are you intimately familiar with the conflict or just using scenarios of a generic nature?
All I have done to date buddy, is use snippets of information taken from news coverage and then tried to weave it into a playable wargame scenario, I am certainly not trying to portray a 100% "accurate" recreation of an engagement.
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All I have done to date buddy, is use snippets of information taken from news coverage and then tried to weave it into a playable wargame scenario, I am certainly not trying to portray a 100% "accurate" recreation of an engagement.
Sorry for my ignorance. Since getting back into gaming a few years ago I have found new interests such as the Soviet Afghan war. I assume Chechnya is similar in being an asymmetric war but I don't know if the rebels had the support of the population like the Mujahideen did, and the associated abilities. Or if not how that might be reflected in game terms. Also it appears from the images I have seen (not done any reading yet) the "wolves" had more access to Russian heavy equipment. Was this very rare, for propaganda purposes almost exclusively, or did they have access to captured equipment or did forces previously belonging to the Russians turn and bring amounts of equipment with them? Were these employed piecemeal or in strength?
These are the kinds of questions I have which would shape the scenarios created. Thank you for your reply.
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You might be overthinking it mate, wargame scenarios just need to be fun for both players and carry a flavour for the conflict you are fighting, IMHO the fine details of history don't really matter when playing a toy soldier game.
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You might be overthinking it mate, wargame scenarios just need to be fun for both players and carry a flavour for the conflict you are fighting, IMHO the fine details of history don't really matter when playing a toy soldier game.
Oh I agree but let's face it certain types of scenarios would be completely out of line without some knowledge of the conflict. For example you won't see large scale tank duels, unless I totally don't know this war. Thank you for your replies.
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For example you won't see large scale tank duels, unless I totally don't know this war. Thank you for your replies.
The Chechens did have limited access to tanks (there is an orbat on the web), so in a Bolt Action skirmish level game, a small armoured engagement is not out of place.
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@madman - try "Fangs of thhe lone wolf". It's an examination of the conflict(s) through a number of actions
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@madman - try "Fangs of thhe lone wolf". It's an examination of the conflict(s) through a number of actions
Thank you!
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Lone wolf and some other good papers here https://community.apan.org/wg/tradoc-g2/fmso/m/fmso-books/195587
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Lone wolf and some other good papers here https://community.apan.org/wg/tradoc-g2/fmso/m/fmso-books/195587
Thank you. Your link went straight to lone wolf and I wondered how to find anything else. Then saw the search box above.
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Islamic Mujahideen Fighters led by Warlord Shamil Basayev.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EKJf2llXYAAx4LX?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
These blokes were reasonably trained and well funded units, who played an important part in the War of Dagestan
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EKJf3JYXsAAm8xo?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EKJf4wDXYAAUE7p?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Ran out matt varnish today, hence the bloody shine :-[
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More great looking figures.
Well done, my Lord. :D
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Lovely work again, very imposing and threatening, the van makes me think for some unknown reason of the film Four Lions, and i can see them driving around Chechnya singing Dancing in the Moonlight lol
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Cheers guys!!!
Yes the Four Lions reference crossed my mind whilst putting together this unit.
Hassan: "I'm accidentally a suicide bomber"
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Russian ZSU-23-4 "Shilka" on deployment in Chechnya (1/48 scale model from HLBSC)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENC4WKRWkAA_XC7?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENC4XkkXYAISrSo?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENC4Zy6WsAIaU4W?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENC5LLlW4AMj5WY?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
I have used AK Interactive heavy mud product on this model, plus some AK engine oil to add a bit more weathering
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Czechoslovakian T55 for some cold war action
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENCoZeQXkAEFw4J?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
For a cheap plastic and die cast 1/50 scale model from eBay, these little things aren't bad after a bit of weathering
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENCoaRHWkAUq2jI?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENCoa-GXYAAV-Wy?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENCobvOXsAUDUov?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENCok_VXkAMmNA1?format=jpg&name=small)
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Russian M-17 Transport Helicopter on recon in Chechnya
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EMeplKoXsAAr5FA?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EMepmJvWwAAvb_X?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EMepm8UXsAAcXwa?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EMepoKJX0AAPm65?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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Nice work.
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Love your T-55.
I have a few of them.
May I ask, where did you find a MI-17?
Is it 1/48 scale?
I have been looking for one in 1/48 for ever.
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Nice work.
That T55 looks good.
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May I ask, where did you find a MI-17?
Is it 1/48 scale?
I have been looking for one in 1/48 for ever.
Its suppose to be a 1/72 scale model, but it's much bigger and scales well with 28mm miniatures
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Who makes the model, if I may ask?
Thanks.
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Who makes the model, if I may ask
Easy Model
I also have a couple HINDs from this company
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Thanks again Lord Raglan.
Off to e bay I go.
Hi ho, Hi ho. :)
PS. Found a bunch on e-bay, ordered one.
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Happy hunting buddy
Gareth
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I love the little tracked tractor!
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The Gronzy Table
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjzWI5XYAE2Btv?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjzXA8WsAAlIqi?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjzX3HWAAIVF-F?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjzY80XUA0-JkP?format=jpg&name=large)
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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjzsb8XsAAyEFY?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjztaKWAAIl-uN?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjzuegWAAM2rWC?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjzviUXYAA-9XM?format=jpg&name=large)
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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERj0dbXXYAAwXsI?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERj0eoLX0AMqU9B?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERj0fcBX0AAdDsO?format=jpg&name=large)
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Absolutely brilliant. I feel I should be wearing a woolly hat and gloves, just to look at your fine scenery.
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A really great looking table.
I would love to play a game on it.
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(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERetQ5AWkAEycgJ.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERjzviUXYAA-9XM.jpg)
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Great looking models, great looking terrain.
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That terrain is breathtaking!
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A really great looking table.
I would love to play a game on it.
If we only lived on the same continents, you would be very welcome sir
Thank you guys!!
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Fantastic thread! May I ask where your infantry models are from?
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Fantastic thread! May I ask where your infantry models are from?
Tiny Wargames and Empress Miniatures buddy
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Some 3D printed subway entrances for Chechnya
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ET5SWreXsAUjz7W.jpg)
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Another stunning project :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Are you trying to take over the LAF with all these great projects
what is chechen for subway?
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Chechen Train Station build, underway by my friend Tony Bragg
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EVpc91WXkAARyXj.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EVpdAlcWAAEqg_6.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EVpdCwMXsAIYQpa.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EVpdFG7UYAA2YYv.jpg)
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Some excellent new buildings.
Can't wait to see them painted.
Is the train station a 3D print?
This thread gets better and better. :-*
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Is the train station a 3D print?
Cheers buddy, yes the station is 3D printed
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Looking awesome, mate!
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I have a few favourite Gamers who when I see one of their threads, either new or updated I immediately have a look... usually I save the pictures and make notes etc. Lord Raglan you have really crashed into the Hall of Fame. Your work is first class, original and there is always something that makes me go WOW! The 3d printed subway entrance... the tank or the buildings on this thread...
Anyway thank you for sharing it is always good to see your work along with Tin Shed, Captain Blood etc and I am also glad that you keep a healthy perspective that we are gaming and not simulating combat.. oh and not getting too hung up on what shade of purple a shirt should be. I am sure I am not alone but during my service I cannot recall gazing at a uniform and thinking "that brown is a bit off", come to think of it I cant remember the exact shade of any of the colours even now sat at home!
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Thank you for your kind words, its very nice of you!!!
I simply don't have time for sweating the minor details, too busy have fun and enjoying the company of my gaming mates.
Gareth
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Fangs of the Lone Wolf - highly recommended for anyone interested in small unit tactics during Chechen Wars
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Eeq10NzWoAAEO2S?format=jpg&name=900x900)
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Chechen War rural building with machine emplacement
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeXF3m1XYAUXO5Y?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeXF55bXoAAbDuJ?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeXF8O4WkAAmj3T?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EeXF-zwXgAApQuv?format=jpg&name=large)
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Gronzy Train Station - choo choo!!
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZCiaE2WkAU-6qA?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZCibDSXYAgFChr?format=jpg&name=large)
(http://[img]https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZCicKwWkAANyFL?format=jpg&name=large)[/img]
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZCidH1XkAEPDox?format=jpg&name=large)
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:o that's some great looking terrain.
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Great terrain.
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Great terrain.
+1 :)
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Great terrain.
+1 :)
:o that's some great looking terrain.
Cheers guys, I am very happy with my Chechnya set-up
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Train signal box and scatter pieces, ideal for winter conflicts in Chechnya and Russia
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZCg63UWoAEu8aQ?format=jpg&name=medium)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZCg7erXQAM-ysX?format=jpg&name=medium)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZCg8AgXkAAKK_q?format=jpg&name=medium)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZCg8hfXsAAC6pT?format=jpg&name=medium)
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Simply superb. I appreciate how much looking at terrain actually makes me feel cold at the moment lol
What's the recipe for the snow?
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That looks cool (no pun intended)...
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What's the recipe for the snow?
That was going to be my question...
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That was going to be my question...
The winter terrain is done by friend Tony Bragg, who uses a lot of Woodland Scenic products
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Love the snow look.
Sooo,, cold! :)
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A Russian armoured company in the mountains of Northern Chechnya, on route to the City of Gronzy
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EwccQd1WgAQeyuZ?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EwccQ9hWQAEkuFZ?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EwccRfoXAAId1SS?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EwccSHxXMAcC3TZ?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ewcc9ofWYAEQXRZ?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ewcc-EtXIAYZpMc?format=jpg&name=large)
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And the Convoy, comes rolling along....
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And the Convoy, comes rolling along....
Seems like a good spot for an ambush to me
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Very nice. Who makes that open topped BTR?
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Very nice. Who makes that open topped BTR?
This is a 1/50 scale 3D print off a guy on eBay, unfortunately, I can't recommend it, as it took loads of work to get it looking reasonable. The backend was the worst, I had to put boxes and some camo netting to cover the misprinted sections.
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This is a 1/50 scale 3D print off a guy on eBay, unfortunately, I can't recommend it, as it took loads of work to get it looking reasonable. The backend was the worst, I had to put boxes and some camo netting to cover the misprinted sections.
I know what that's like, bought a 1/56 LVTP-5 FDM print (!), ended up covering most of the top with 'sand bags' & boxes. Never again...
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Empress is definitely my go to for vehicles
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Old age is a wonderful thing. I began reading and enjoying this thread-avoiding the ineffective sniping-and then realised that I had already commented! Really the article is so enjoyable it was like reading it for the first time... also some extra goodies at the end.
I will repeat myself in true old man fashion-Lord Raglan your work is excellent, thank you for sharing.
Right I best be off to work-this has made me late but is totally worth it... they will understand when I explain I am sure.
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Thank you buddy, that's very kind of you to say so.
As for the Russian sniper fire, I am pleased to report this has ceased and he has probably moved on to another sector.
Gareth
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An improvised roadblock
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E5y1BsaWEAE6F-n?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E5y1BqLXsAIaI8J?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
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Love the road block.
I went back and looked at the whole thread.
(Not the first time I have done that.)
Just a wonderful setup.
Thanks for sharing.
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Cheers mate, that's very kind of you 👍
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Great idea! And love the snow... :-*
It brings to mind the misery of fighting in winter conditions...
Mike Demana
http://leadlegionaries.blogspot.com/
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Going along with the others, great roadblock. However, I particularly like the kicked up dirt on the snow, which is a nice little detail!
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Very nice (and looks cold).
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First Chechen War - Chechen rebels quickly disperse into ambush positions, ready to attack the Russian convoy.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9a2z36X0AUvwih?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9a20hcXMAQy88o?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9a21LHWEAEqWp6?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9a210SWUAML7jF?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9a4MM8XIAIrVH5?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9eBY8iX0AQgmWo?format=jpg&name=large)
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Another great looking thread Gareth, especially like the wintry terrain 8)
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Wow! Great additions!
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Another great looking thread Gareth, especially like the wintry terrain 8)
Wow! Great additions!
Cheers boys
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Sweet photos,
love them.
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Ooh! Ooh! Me like... :)
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The fight for the tram station, north of Grozny, Chechnya.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FQzEfWcXMAAJ6Y_?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FQzEh1dXsAAyEuo?format=jpg&name=large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FQzEibZXoAcGaEp?format=jpg&name=large)
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phenomenal.
Is the station a 3d print? It looks kind of familiar...
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phenomenal.
Is the station a 3d print? It looks kind of familiar...
Yes mate, but we have added some more features to it
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Looks good. Nice looking Russians...
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Looks good. Nice looking Russians...
....but let's be honest mate, nobody likes a Russian these days 🤨
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....but let's be honest mate, nobody likes a Russian these days 🤨
Well, I was kinda thinking that when I typed that. But let's not go too far down that road. We might run afoul of the rules here....
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Very atmospheric looking setup 8)
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....but let's be honest mate, nobody likes a Russian these days 🤨
Well, I was kinda thinking that when I typed that. But let's not go too far down that road. We might run afoul of the rules here....
Yes, chaps, please leave it at that.
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Roger that!
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That really does look cold :o
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Fighting in winter looks awful on that board.....
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Not really, the bloke who wrote it is stuck in the past, he just can't let go for some reason, I think he needs therapy ;)
Is that supposed to be funny?
anyway very nice and inspirational models
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2nd Chechen War - some quick snaps of tonight’s game.
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2nd Chechen War - Baby it’s Cold Outside. The Battle for Goyskoe March 1996:
https://twitter.com/gareth_lane/status/1631029526309240832?s=20
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The fight for the tram station.
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2nd Chechen War - Chechen Wolf Packs 🐺, ambush a Russian Motorised Infantry Platoon in BTR-80s, by using concealed bunkers and the subway system to maximise the element of surprise💥
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Great photos mate 8)
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Stunning terrain - could be more recent conflicts too. VERY INSPIRING!
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Unbelievable good looking terrain!
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Absolutely great-looking pics of a good fight. Although those BTRs took in in their shorts, didn't they?
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They certainly didn’t last long on the table top. The wolf packs quickly took them out with RPG fire.
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That is some lovely terrain, Raglan. I especially like the little details like icicles and the like. The snow also looks great. :)
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Defending the Permykanie Junction on the Road from Argun to Grozny 15th October 1994:
https://twitter.com/gareth_lane/status/1632396121636065283?s=46&t=741TmNRm6xJ5XqxEoopg4w
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Great video!
Hmm. Maybe I need to take some videos of my games.... ;)
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Great video!
Hmm. Maybe I need to take some videos of my games.... ;)
It’s a bit of fun and easily done on Twitter
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Clicked on this from the recent threads expecting some alternative-history scenario about the British backing the Chechen revolt during the Crimean War! (Not THAT Raglan.)
I was very pleasantly surprised - what a wonderful-looking series of games.
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Glad you liked what you found mate 👍🏻 😂
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Gareth, loved your videos.
Wonderful setup.
Every time I see your winter terrain,
it makes me cold. :D
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Every time I see your winter terrain,
it makes me cold. :D
Cheers Randy, in that case, my work here is done ✔️
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Defence of Grozny Tram Station - A Chechen Wolf Pack 🐺de-bus from the back of a BMP2 in response to the Russian threat and a BRDM scouts over the river on the hunt for orcs. Playing around with blue sky backgrounds today.
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Very cool (no pun intended!). Great result on all the winter effects on the terrain.
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Cheers Ash
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Very, VERY cool (Pun intended) lol
Lovely work.
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Cheers mate 👍🏻
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Incredibly atmospheric photos. Great work, as always mate!
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Love the snow effect particularly. :-*
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Love the snow effect particularly. :-*
Incredibly atmospheric photos. Great work, as always mate!
Cheers boys
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2nd Chechen War Battle Report - The Russian Stranglehold. By mid-January 2000, the Russian army had begun an advance on central Grozny from 3 directions. With their ammunition running low and their losses mounting, the Chechens were desperate to hold on to the city’s tramline.
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The Russian opening moves saw HIND Attack Helicopters attempting to neutralise the armoured threats located around the tram station, whilst ground troops advanced quickly on the position. A brave Chechen BRDM driver gunned his machine into a blocking position on the bridge.
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The Chechens reacted quickly to the attack from the air, pouring small arms fire at the HIND, but not before it destroyed a T-55 and some of its supporting infantry. A Russian transport helicopter also arrived, deploying a unit of Spetsnaz, 100m to the South of the tram station.
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Intense firefights were now breaking out at both ends of the tramline, whilst the Spetsnaz advanced on the position under the cover smoke. Two Wolf Packs quickly manoeuvred into position to lay down fire on the Spetsnaz from two directions, killing the lead Russian with AK fire.
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Some Chechen Fighters broke cover, advancing across the tramline to take up better firing positions on the approaching Russians. Additionally, the Chechens received reinforcements in the shape of a fully loaded BMP-2, which immediately opened fire on targets across the river.
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Everything was converging on the tramline now. Despite heavy losses on both sides, the fighting was bitter and intense. A Russian grenade launcher team laid accurate fire on the signal box, killing four Chechens in the process.
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The fight for control of the tramline intensified, with Russian armour blazing away with greater efficiency, killing the Chechen local commander, as he crossed the line in support of his troops. In response, the Chechens blunted the attack with effective RPG and MG fire.
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As darkness fell, the Chechen Fighters were stalwart in the defence of their homeland and despite losing their commander, they continued to control both ends of the tramline and its subway system which provided a vital supply line for ammunition and food to the frontline.
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Many thanks to @RobJonesHistory for making the trip to ShedHQ, a much improved performance in commanding the orc invaders. This scenario absolutely went to the wire and the Chechens narrowly avoided losing control of the supply line. Hope you enjoyed it as much as I did Rob, cheers 👍🏻
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Great looking models and terrain!
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Love the old mattress on the troop transport.
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Great looking models and terrain!
Having been fortunate to see the table in person I can honestly say that the photos (as good as they are) don’t do it justice :-* :-* :-*
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Very impressive. Well done!
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Cheers everyone 👍🏻
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2nd Chechen War - Coach Trip!! Foreign backed mujaheddin fighters bus it to the conflict zone.
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Them fellers look great. Chartering (stealing?) a bus is an interesting way to get to the fight!
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Russian Motor Rifle Platoon, easy targets for Chechen Wolf Packs and Snipers.
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Russian VDV Recon Detachment. Just target practice for Chechen Snipers.
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Having seen this collection first hand, the photos (although excellent) don’t do the figures and terrain justice
8)
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Everything looks so damn good.
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Well, the photos sure look good, so I can only imagine the collection in person... :D
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Chechen Wolf Packs 🐺 with an up-armoured T-55 Tank.
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I see you have a James Bond Goldeneye T-55.
I love those tanks.
I have a number of them.
If I need a Russian looking tank, I use one.
They really look cool.
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Nice! And I need to get me one of those up-armored T55s....
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Nice! And I need to get me one of those up-armored T55s....
Cheap as chips on eBay Jim
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Cheap as chips on eBay Jim
I know. But the shipping costs to the US are more than the tank...but we'll see. I amy break down and get one anyway...
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All sold now, ready to reinvest in a new Cold War Gets Hot project.
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I do now have 2 of those James Bond T55s, as well as 2 bog-standard diecast T55s....
My local hobby store has Russian 1/43 diecast BTR60s, BRMD2s, ASU100s, and big AT guns (at reasonable prices). They are Russian in terms of what they portray (well, Soviet, technically), nd Russian in terms of manufacture and packaging. One of these days, I may take a figure up to check relative scale, and maybe pick up a few...
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I do now have 2 of those James Bond T55s, as well as 2 bog-standard diecast T55s....
My local hobby store has Russian 1/43 diecast BTR60s, BRMD2s, ASU100s, and big AT guns (at reasonable prices). They are Russian in terms of what they portray (well, Soviet, technically), nd Russian in terms of manufacture and packaging. One of these days, I may take a figure up to check relative scale, and maybe pick up a few...
What make is the AT gun Jim, I’m always on the lookout for artillery?
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It's a BS-3. And I was thinking about using it as a stand-in artillery piece, instead of as an AT gun, as well...
When I go there next (particularly if I buy some), I'll post pics...
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Cheers buddy