Dad's Army?

Foundry produce a line of miniatures called England Invaded with a range of Home Guard and downed German aircrew. Amongst the packs are a few miniatures that resemble the characters from a extermely popluar British television series Dad's Army. Beth a fan of the show of course couldn't help but get a few for herself.

Long past their prime these enthusiastic part-time soliders stand ready beside the platoon transport (Lcpl Jones's Butcher's Van) to defend their homes against any invading German foe. The van is actually a die-cast corgi van Beth found on-line at a vintage toy site.

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"Do you think that's wise, Sir?" The long suffering Sgt Wilson stands ready to offer advice to Captain Mainwarring.

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"Take that Jerry" Pte Pike wearing his muffler given to him by his Mum (because his such a delicate boy) likes nothing more than get his hands on the platoon's 'tommy gun'. "...just like James Cagney..."

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Members of the platoon out on patrol, looking for Nazi parachutists dressed as nuns.

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Carrying the lewis gun, these platoon members rush forward to where they are needed. We can only hope Pte Frazer hasn't misplaced the butterfly spring again.

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