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Breaking the Lusitania
Yes it is true, I broke the Lusitania. Actually there is a bit more to this title than meets the eye. When the Atlas Editions “Legendary Ocean Liners” collection was originally advertised most of us were very excited, but that … Continue reading
Posted in Heritage, Personal, Ships, Transportation
Tagged 1/1250, Atlas Editions, France, Lusitania, Mauretania, ship. 1/1200, waterline
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Drydocking the Fleet
The latest acquisition to my Triang Minic Ships collection is the M885 Floating Dock. I have been on the lookout for one for quite some time but have only just managed to find one that was complete and in a good … Continue reading
Posted in Hobbies and Interests, Personal, Photo Essay, Ships, Transportation
Tagged 1/1200, 1/1250, Floating Dock, HMS Hood, HMS Prince of Wales, HMS Warspite, Navy, Ships, Triang Minic
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