British 95th Rifles - "Reform to the left"

Gembong – May 11, 2016

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"On my order the 95th will reform to the left...REFORM!"

During the past year the opportunity to work to a deadline did wonders for my output and general habit of shuffling unpainted and semi-painted figures from one part of the painting desk to another.

There is no doubt that the Waterloo Battle Day project at the NWS was a proverbial kick up the backside for me on many fronts.



"Left is that bloody way Riflemen Costello!"

It also helped me draw inspiration from many wargamers blogs around the world. One image when I was hunting about for different ways to present units on the field was of a unit of Riflemen moving their rear ranks as the front ranks still issued fire upon the enemy.  For the life of me I cannot now find either the image nor the blog to give rightful credit for their creativity but when I do, rest assured they will; get their due honours.



Perry plastic rifles at the rear

This was a easy choice for me to try and replicate and add my own creative edge to.  It was obvious that the range of plastic riflemen that come with the Perry British Infantry box set would be perfect to represent the boys all scurrying off in good order to reform.



The rear officers and NCO marking the spot!

This shot gives a good shot of the attempt at some dynamic action to the stands

Combined with the metal Perry British Rifles Command advancing set it gave sufficient movement without the need to cut or solder a single figure.  This suits myself, my family and my Health Insurer down to the ground!

Suitably diverse group of figures which captures the "Light Infantry" feel of the regiment

Ready for action at the crossroads to the old village church

A few more special units to capture in coming months along with the continued work on the 1805-07 project.


NEWSFLASH - I found the original post on the blog that wholly inspired the unit above.


You can check out the excellent work from the Fawcett Avenue Conscripts here:


Fawcett Avenue Conscripts


It was really annoying me that I couldn't give credit where it was so thoroughly deserved.  All good now!

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