We tried to start these campaigns up before
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And they kind of both fell through the cracks for one reason or another and we would really like to see a Pacific Campaign so here we go again;
By discussion I got nabbed to run it and Calvin (calvin_ng) has opted for the XO position.
Operational overview and rules;
Utilizing references concerning the battles in the Pacific select any of the vehicles, (Land, Air or Sea) used by either the Axis or Allied forces and construct a model concerning the specific use of that vehicle. Separate figures are acceptable, however 1/35 or smaller must be accompanied by a model or placed in a diorama. Dioramas are encouraged but not required (Exception to this is noted earlier). Finished model must be specifically identified by reference and reflect the approximate appearance as it was participating in that Battle. The reference used must be provided (Not the actual document just noted so that we may look it up if written and if by photo where we might view that photo) along with a minimum of 2 photos of the finished model to be awarded the campaign ribbon. The reference can be by written word, movie documentary or photo but must be applicable to the campaign. I would also like to include the requirement of posting in work photos. This way we also will be able to share modeling techniques and help someone who might be having a problem.
There are numerous references available and a good place to start is here;
Hyperwar
The area of interest covers the entire battle in the Pacific area, from New Zealand and Australia, through Indonesia, to India, through China, up to Korea and Manchuria, over to the Aleutian Islands, to the Hawaiian Islands, and back down to New Zealand and includes everything in between.
Research is half the modeling experience and some very interesting information can be found.
The main purpose of this campaign is to dig out the books and do research in the hopes of “producing a high-level of educational value to the build process” I copied that from the campaign page. Questions concerning the reference materials or specifics on the individual models are highly encouraged.
Campaign dates are 7 Dec, when the first strike was made to 15 Aug, VJ Day when the Campaign in the Pacific ended. 9 months should be more than enough time, dioramas are time consuming and extensions for the campaign will not be requested.
All reference work and researching may be started now and all the way through the ending date of the campaign. Model and diorama construction is only allowed between the start and ending dates.
I already have the ribbon and Banner selections ready to go.
Thank you Andrzej Snigorski - endrju007 for the banners. To you Andrzej
Ribbon
The predominant yellow in the background represents the sands of the islands in the Pacific, where many of the major engagements were fought; the blue, white and red pinstripes represent the national colors. The white-red-white stripes are the colors of the empire of Japan and represent the enemy in the Pacific during the Second World War.
Palm Tree represents the successful completion of the Campaign
I just found out we could have only one ribbon for the Campaign.
Banners
http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq209/r-kcake/Campaign%20in%20the%20Marianas/Campaign%20in%20the%20Pacific/USBjp.jpg
http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq209/r-kcake/Campaign%20in%20the%20Marianas/Campaign%20in%20the%20Pacific/jbJp.jpg
Both designs were created by Andrzej Snigorski - endrju007 and he has developed each so that they may reflect which side of the war you wish to model.
As I keep telling SWMBO I still don’t read minds, please ask if you have a question, even if you just want some ideas or suggestions for a project.
Looking forward to a great campaign,
Calvin and Bob
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