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ABBREVIATIONS: dj-dust jacket, biblio-bibliography, b/w-black and white, illust-illustrations, b/c-book club addition.
rct - recent arrival or pending publication, spc - OMM Special Price
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1-WAAPW001 DEAD ANIMAL BITS: 28mm Accessories Over 300 plastic bits in this box to add to your models, bases, dioramas, and more! Everything from bones to antlers to jaws to body parts to feathers... and more and more! Contains three frames of parts. Models require assembly and painting. Bases are not included.1 vol, 300 pgs 2024 US, WARGAMES ATLANTIC LLC
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1-SWCO01BS Samurai Wars SAMURAI WARS: Samurai Command 28mm This box enables you to build up to 2 ashigaru musicians, up to 2 ashigaru standard bearers, up to 2 ashigaru ammunition handlers, up to 1 ashigaru officer, up to 1 ashigaru attendant, up to 3 mounted samurai commanders or officers, up to 2 samurai commanders or officers kneeling down, up to 1 samurai commander sitting, and up to 2 samurai commanders or officers standing. Figures are supplied unpainted and require assembly. Bases not included. Contents: 1x Samurai commanders frame; 1x Ashigaru officers frame; and 1x Samurai horse frame.1 vol, 16 pgs 2025 UK, FIREFORGE GAMES
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1-916502 various MINIATURE WARGAMES #502 Articles include:

* Beyond the Thunderbox, In the Dirty Driving: Simple apocalyptic mini campaign system with background rules
* Death Riders: Converting Hot Wheels into death-dealing vehicles of mayhem
* Send Three And Fourpence: Robin of Sherwood scenario for Rangers of Shadowdeep
* Jeanne La Flamme: The Siege of Hennebont during The Breton War of Succession 1341-1365
* Command Decision: Siege of Lilybaeum in 278 BC
* Caen '44: Explores a WWII linked mini campaign
* Pack A DAK ATTACK: Suggestions for Mini DAK ATTACK gaming in the Western Desert rules using 6mm models
* From Little Acorns: Oak Leaf Camouflage on Panzer Grenadiers
* Scratch Build: Build a Raised Market Hall based on an old Gary Chalk illustration
* Review Sections1 vol, 96 pgs 2024 UK, WARNER PUBLICATIONS
NEW-pb, available late January 2025 ......$10.00 rct

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2-200810 Carr, John SPARTA'S KINGS A chronicle of Sparta's dual kingship, exploring the military and personal legacies of its rulers from the 8th century BC to Roman conquest. Offers a chronological account of the kings and their accomplishments (or lack thereof), from the founding Herakleidai clan to Kleomenes III and his successor, the dictator Nabis, and the Roman conquest in the middle of the 2nd century BC. This book is not intended to be a complete history of Sparta; it is a human interest and war story, focusing attention on the kings personal qualities as well as their (or their generals) military accomplishments and, where applicable, their politics as well. Contains an eight-page plate section and 16-20 black and white photos.1 vol, 208 pgs 2025 UK, PEN AND SWORD
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2-191760 English, Stephen THE SIEGES OF ALEXANDER THE GREAT Narrates the sustained drama of each of Alexander's sieges, analyzing tactics and technical aspects, including the innovative and astoundingly ambitious siege engines used. Contains 16 black and white photos and 12 black and white maps, as well as diagrams.1 vol, 192 pgs 2025 UK, PEN & SWORD
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1-247350 Sage, Michael ROME IN THE THIRD CENTURY: A Troubled Empire Explores Rome's third-century crisis, examining its internal turmoil, external pressures, and transformative reforms. Analyzes available sources, then discusses the increasing pressures on Rome's northern and eastern frontiers, along with the growing internal threats that the empire faced as the state weakened and experienced increasing internal disintegration. Examines the period between the death of the emperor Septimius Severus in 211 and the accession of the emperor Diocletian at the end of the century. The crucial changes in government and the military of this period are explained and assessed and there is a new analysis of contemporary views, both Christian and pagan, of the crisis. Contains 1 map.1 vol, 256 pgs 2025 UK, PEN & SWORD
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2-223710 Potter, Philip THE MIGHTY WARRIOR KINGS: From the Ashes of the Roman Empire to the New Ruling Order Traces the history of early Europe through the biographies of nine kings who had the courage, determination, and martial might to establish their dominance over the fragmented remnants of the Roman Empire. Begins with Charlemagne, who united large regions of current-day France, Germany, and Italy into the Holy Roman Empire, and ends with Robert the Bruce, who defended Scotland against the attempted usurpation of England. There are many famous warrior kings in the book, including Alfred the Great of Wessex, William I of Normandy, and Frederick I Barbarossa, as well as lesser-known monarchs such as Cnut the Great. Contains 23 illustrations.1 vol, 320 pgs 2020 UK, PEN & SWORD
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1-243392 Abercrombie, Gordon Ellyson THE HOSPITALLER KNIGHTS OF SAINT JOHN, 1523-1565: Vol 2 Second in a series of volumes on the Hospitaller Knights of Saint John, this volume covers the relocation to Malta, their operations, and the Great Siege of 1565. Opens with the relocation from Rhodes to Malta during the years following the Order's heart-rending loss of Rhodes to Ottoman Sultan Suleiman. Further deals with the first thirty-five years of Hospitaller residence at Malta including operations from there along the coast of North Africa, with major sieges of Tripoli, Tunis, and Algiers. Also details the Ottoman Empire's 1565 attempt to eradicate the Order with the Great Siege of Malta. Draws on the work of the Order's official historians, Giacomo Bosio, and his successor Bartolomeo dal Pozzo. Transcribes their writings for the modern reader, while also presenting new information revealed in the 400 years of scholarship since Bosio's death in 1627. 1 vol, 424 pgs 2025 UK, PEN & SWORD
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1-247380 Lewis, Matthew STEPHEN AND MATILDA'S CIVIL WAR: Cousins of Anarchy The Anarchy was the first civil war in post-Conquest England, enduring throughout the reign of King Stephen between 1135 and 1154. Following both sides of the dispute between King Stephen and Empress Matilda, and seeking to understand their actions and motivations, this book aims to reach a more rounded understanding of this crucial period of English history and asks to what extent there really was anarchy. Contains 32 illustrations.1 vol, 280 pgs 2025 UK, PEN & SWORD
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1-247330 FLAGS OF THE LATE STUARTS 1660-1714: England, Scotland, and Ireland The text is in German, but contains color illustration throughout. Contains flags, standards, and guidons of the guard and line regiments as well as the Irish and Scottish brigades.1 vol, 130 pgs 2024 GERMANY, EDITION PETERSTOR
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2-197200 Arnold, James R. and Reinertsen, Ralph R. NAPOLEON'S TRIUMPH: La Grande Armee Versus the Tsar's Army -- The Friedland Campaign 1807 Detailed orders of battle, images, and 39 maps for the Battle of Friedland. Examines the winter battles that blunted the Russian offensive and then turns to the complex, dramatic Siege of Danzig. Renewed campaigning in the spring witnessed yet another surprise Russian offensive.

But for the leadership of Marshal Michel Ney, Bennigsen would have removed a major French piece from the strategic chessboard. Instead came Napoleon's counteroffensive leading to the Battle of Heilsberg, Napoleon's least-understood major battle. The decisive triumph at Friedland occurred four days later.

Lavishly illustrated with portraits, drawings, paintings, and maps, and supplemented with detailed appendices on the strengths and composition of the rival forces, Napoleon's Triumph provides an original interpretation of the 1807 campaign.1 vol, 440 pgs 2025 US, JAMES ARNOLD
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2-201230 Edwards, Peter SALAMANCA 1812: Wellington's Year of Victories The Battle of Salamanca saw some 50,000 French troops arrayed against a similar number of British and Allies. Using ground astutely, Wellington gained a crushing victory, inflicting over 14,000 French casualties. Although there was a rebuff at Burgos later in the year, Wellington's forces were firmly on the march to victory in the Iberian Peninsula. Brings to life this pivotal year in the Peninsular War and offers a fascinating insight into the strategy, the command decisions, and the experience of combat in 1812.1 vol, 384 pgs 2025 UK, PRAETORIAN PRESS
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1-930351 various STRATEGY & TACTICS # 351: Bosnian War Bosnian War is a two-player simulation of the brutal conflict that took place in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1992-1995. There are two players: the Bosnian government (BiH) player and the Bosnian Serb (VRS) player. The Bosnian Government player controls the units of the Croatian Defense Council (HVO) although certain game events allow the Serb player to control the HVO units. The Serb player can also control the units of the Krajina Serb Army (SKV) through random events or NATO intervention. The Bosnian Government player can also control units of the Croatian Army (HV) under certain conditions. In this game, the enemy population is not a victim of collateral damage, rather it is a target, so conquering towns and cities is a key aspect of the game.

Each game turn represents three months of time. Each hex represents 12 km (7.5 miles). Each combat unit represents a task force ranging in size from a regiment to a division. Contains: 22 x 34-inch game map, 176 5/8-inch counters, and magazine.1 vol, 84 pgs 2025 US, DECISION GAMES
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2-246490 WORLD IN FLAMES: Third Edition Third edition of the classic WWII game, used and punched. All counters are in ziplock bags in the box. Can play up to 6 players.

Contents:
* Two large seven-color maps
* 1000 ten-color, die cut, back-printed counters
* Rules and scenario booklet, including Designer's and Players' notes
* Two build charts
* Two sets of combat charts1 vol, 1 pgs 1985 AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIAN DESIGN GROUP
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1-247340 Afiero, Massimiliano THE WAFFEN-SS AT KHARKOV: February-March 1943 Examines the German counteroffensive which reclaimed Kharkov. Details the major events of the battle, the tanks and vehicles utilized, and the key commanders that took part in and led the battle. All accompanied by detailed photos, maps, and artwork.1 vol, 128 pgs 2025 US, CASEMATE
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1-247360 Bussone, Federico PANZER ACES OF THE WEHRMACHT AND THE WAFFEN-SS: The Ultimate Tank Killers of WW2 Short bios of German panzer commanders and gunners using documented combat actions and over 300 photos. During the war, hundreds of German panzer commanders and gunners accomplished the feat of personally destroying at least 20 enemy tanks. Their individual stories are examined using officially documented combat actions, kills, and awards. Contains 308 black and white illustrations, mostly portrait shots of the individuals.1 vol, 224 pgs 2025 UK, PEN & SWORD
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1-247320 Forty, Simon and Richard Charlton-Taylor PANZER CREWMAN Examines the German Panzer's role and contribution to the war, including discussion of tech specs for major armored vehicles. Discusses the men who fought in the tanks, those who maintained them and kept them in the field, those who recovered and rebuilt the vehicles, and those who dealt with the over-complexity of design and the huge variety of types of tank, weapon, and ammunition. Selection and training standards -- so good in the early war years -- may have dropped off as wartime exigencies bit deep, but from 1939 to 1945 German panzer crew were second to none. Contains 150 photos.1 vol, 128 pgs 2025 US, CASEMATE
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1-247370 Lee, David BEACHHEAD ASSAULT: The Story of the Royal Naval Commandos in World War II Chronicles the heroic deeds of Royal Naval Commandos, highlighting their unparalleled courage from training to pivotal World War II beach invasions. They had one of the most dangerous and important tasks of any unit in World War II -- they were first onto the invasion beaches and they were the last to leave. Their story, from their early formation and their training to the invasions they spearheaded, is told here through a series of anecdotes. Contains 16 pages of black and white plates.1 vol, 256 pgs 2025 UK, GREENHILL BOOKS
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1-956100 Miranda, Joseph WORLD AT WAR #100 D-Day to the Rhine (CIE Vol. 4) Campaigns in Europe (CIE) is a four-game series of two-player designs focused on campaign scenarios at the division/corps level. The system uses the same maps as War in Europe but with updated graphics and a more detailed terrain analysis. The counters have also been upgraded and are presented with their historic identifications. The system uses a Move/Fight, Fight/Move sequence to portray doctrinal differences among contending armed forces. It also uses headquarters units to project logistics and combat support capabilities.

D-Day to the Rhine covers the campaign in France from the Allied landing in Normandy through the drive to the Rhine. It ends at the completion of Operation Market Garden. Each game turn (GT) represents around one week in clear weather and two weeks in mud and snow game turns. Each hex represents 20 miles (32.5 km) across. German, Finnish, and Western Allied units are shown mostly as division-sized units, with Soviet and Axis Allied units depicted as corps. Contains: 22 x 34-inch game map, a sheet of 280 1/2-inch counters, and magazine.1 vol, 62 pgs 2024 US, DECISION GAMES
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