So what are YOU doing for the Centenary ?

[Chris Hall]

As we speak, 100 years ago this very morning, tanks rolled into action for the first time in history.

I can't make it to Flers, Bovington or London (massively envious of those who can !), but I'll be taking 'Liesel' around the garden later for a commemorative run.

And, for those of us in the UK, there's a programme on BBC4 at 8pm about the original Tank Men.

We, of all people, should mark this event .....

All the best,

Chris

[dennypatterson]

Well said Chris, nice to have someone who cares, and not moaning all the time, I will run one of my WW11 around as well , Denny.

[Stephen White]

Greetings from France. We've had ceremonies so far at Poziers, Heilly (graves related to the casualty clearing station), Courcelette, High Wood, accompanied by relatives of C and D Company crewmen. They are being remembered. Stephen

[Daniel Scholefield]

Shift work has me on nights this week so no trip to London as originally planned. I did however run out Lightning III for it's first run with everything on since I rebuilt the right hand side.

No more clicking...beautiful.

[Chris Hall]

Stephen -

I look forward to hearing all about it at TankMod ! Doubtless an experience to be treasured.

Anyone else ? What about our friends outside the UK ? After all, we've all benefitted (or suffered ) from this milestone in the history of warfare .....

All the best,

Chris

[Steve Stuart]

I am reflecting on the occasion, today.
On a brighter note I shall be going to Bovington on Saturday for Tank 100.
See you there?
Steve

[Chris Hall]

Steve -

Regretfully not (Real Life getting in the way ).

If you're passing by feel free to drop in and see my new toy (he said mysteriously).

All the best,

Chris

[Raymond Glover]

Greetings from Texas! I ran one of my 1/6 tanks about today. Alas, I have not found any other RC tankers in the area. But I will be hosting a game at the local convention here in November in honor of the Battle of the Somme , Sept 15, 2016. Specifically the action around Flers-Coucelette in which a number of Mark I tanks under General Haig made an attack. It will be staged in 15mm on a 4X8 foot board replete with trenches an barbed wire....
Cheers to all on the forum

Ray Glover

[Chris Hall]

Ray -

Being a wargamer myself, I'd like to see pictures of that !

All the best,

Chris

[Dennis Jones]

I will be at Bovington for Tank 100 on Saturday 17th with others from Southern Armour Group.

Dennis.