a few more US grunts ready for battle

After a few productive nights I've managed to finish the second fireteam of 1st squad, the Plt leader and staff Sergeant, as well as a second M60 mg team.

The second fireteam from left: M16 rifleman, Rifleman with LAW, M79 grenadier, team leader

From left: Ammo bearer, m60 gunner, Plt Sgt, RTO, Plt Leader


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  1. VerooJune 4, 2025 at 5:43 AM

    Love the basing, which I find hugely effective either in spite or because of their sparseness. There is clearly much to be said for Scandinavian minimalism.

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    1. SimonJune 7, 2025 at 9:57 PM

      Thank you! I wanted to try something different than covering the base with flock. I know Vietnam is very green really, but I always imagine the reddish dirt and mud as more iconic, I'm sure it comes from images of the war.

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