Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Reich Duke Wilhelm forces Duc de Joseph to retire from Beerstein terrority.

 Reich Duke Wilhelm watches his center advance into the French center.
 The Beerstein right flank advances toward Chateau Blatz.
 The Beerstein Dragoons and Hussars engage the French Dragoons.
 Reich Duke Wilhelm wades into the desperate battle in the center.
 The Beerstein cavalry on the right flank steadily push the French Dragoons back.
 The Beerstein right flank rout the French Dragoons and force their infantry back.
Having turned both flank, the French wisely decide to leave the field to the victorious Beerstein boys.

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Reich Duke Wilhelm faces off against French Duc de Joseph

 Beerstein's Elite Cavalry form on Reich Duke's left flank.
 Baron Lista's Infantry Brigade forms up next to the Elite Cavalry.
 French Heavy Cavalry take the position of honor on the French right flank.
French and Swiss Guards join Picardie and Piedmont Regiments in the center. 
 French Dragoons muster on the French left flank.
 French Infantry Brigade seen from the Beerstein battle line.
 French Heavy Cavalry and Infantry viewed through Reich Duke Wilhelm's telescope.
French Commander watches as the Beerstein Elite Cavalry move forward.
 Duc de Joseph studies the Beerstein infantry formations.
The Beerstein Light Cavalry and Baron Landbier's Brigade advance toward a farm house on their right flank.

Saturday, January 19, 2013

Sir David Linienblatt presented Reich Duke Wilhelm three new portratits by a renowned artist

 Reich Duke Wilhelm in Dress Blues.
 Reich Duke Wilhelm as a valiant cavalry leader.
Reich Duke Wilhelm in his beloved Austrian uniform. All three portraits will be displayed in the Great Hall for two weeks to allow all citizens to vote for their favorite. The winning portrait will be used on future currency. Cast your vote!

Friday, January 18, 2013

Help!

I have been unable to upload photos to my site for some time. When I try to use the insert image icon it cycles past the select photo box before I can click on it. Does anyone have a suggestion?

Friday, October 5, 2012

Austrian Allies prepare for the Prussians

 Austrian Center deploying for battle
 Austrian left flank, Grenadiers near farm with Dragoons up front
 Austrian right flank anchored by Cuirassiers and three lines of infantry
 The Prussians deploy their right flank, a frightful sight indeed
 The Prussians advance on their left flank
 The Austrian left flank steady themselves for the Prussian assault
 The Austrian right flank as seen by the Prussians
 The Austrian right flank advances without fear
 The Austrian center prepare for battle
 Looking down the Austrian line
A final look at the deployed Prussian right. More photos as the battle ensues.

Sunday, August 5, 2012

Reich Duke wins first battle in new war room!

 Prussian Grenadiers and Fusiliers emerge from a small village in the center.
 On the Prussian right flank, the Musketeers advance behind their Jagers.
 Prussian Cavalry and Artillery advance on the extreme right flank.
 Lorraine Brigade anchosr the Austrian right flank supported by artillery.
 The Hungarian Brigade holds the center with Heavy Cavalry on their left.
 An Austrian Brigade holds a village on their extreme left with one gun.
 Combined artillery and infantry fire devastate the Prussian left flank!
The lead Cuirassiers were routed by the Prussian Grenadiers, but they were routed in turn by a bold attack of the red Hungarians.
 On the Austrian left the Grenzers were pushed back, but the Line fought the Prussian Musketeers to a draw.
 After the Horse Grenadiers were force back by the Austrian Infantry, they formed up with the Lancers to renew their attack.
 The Austrian Line were overwhelmed by the combined cavalry attack.
After a valiant fight, the Austrian Infantry regroup behind the village they defended so well.
The last Prussian Musketeers supported by one gun cover the Prussian retreat. A spirited affair indeed!

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Reich Duke Wilhelm opens his new war room!

                                          Reich Duke Wilhelm's "I love me wall"!
                                         War game table surrounded by books.
                                         The Olympics watching over the war game table.
                             A comfortable chair to read in or watch the big battle.