Monday 27 June 2016
Sunday 26 June 2016
"Monmouth is at Norton Town / All a-fighting for the Crown / Ho! boys, ho!
The 27th is the anniversary of the Battle of Philipsnorton in 1685. Read an extract from my book the Days of King Monmouth on this indecisive battle here.
The Troop at Norton St Philip |
Friday 24 June 2016
Sunday 19 June 2016
Barry Lyndon at the cinema?
Want a chance to see Barry Lyndon at the cinema? I do - here's where and when
Stanley
Kubrick’s evocative adaption of William Makepeace Thackeray’s novel
about the exploits of an 18th century Irish adventurer.
Maids of Taunton
Today the 19th June the Duke of Monmouth is presented by colours by the godly Maids of Taunton. To read more about the Rebellion get my booklet.
Wargamers' Uniform Guides for the Siege of Derry
D01 - The Jacobite Infantry of the Siege of Derry
D02 - The Jacobite Cavalry and Artillery of the Siege of Derry
D03 - The Defenders of Derry
D04 - The Battle of Pennyburn Mill
D05 - The Battle of Windmill Hill
Read more about it here
Monday 13 June 2016
Versailles
France,
1667. Proud young Louis XIV seeks to stamp his authority on court and
country but faces resistance and betrayal, even from those closest to
him. Shifting the seat of power to a luxurious rural 'lodge' that he
plans to enlarge only adds to his problems.
I haven't seen this as I don't watch tv but people have been talking about this and as it's still possible to watch Episode 1 I thought I'd feature it. Let me know if there are any battle scenes
I haven't seen this as I don't watch tv but people have been talking about this and as it's still possible to watch Episode 1 I thought I'd feature it. Let me know if there are any battle scenes
Sunday 12 June 2016
Saturday 4 June 2016
Friday 3 June 2016
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