Richard Steer
@rdsteer.bsky.social
Electricity distribution networks, with an interest in disaster recovery, climate adaptation, and demand-side flexibility | Miniature wargaming | Contributing writer for nodicenoglory.com | Wellington, NZ
Where did this image come from? It’s the first concrete information I’ve seen about Checkpoint Charlie, but I can’t it on the Battlefront website.
August 29, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Where did this image come from? It’s the first concrete information I’ve seen about Checkpoint Charlie, but I can’t it on the Battlefront website.
There’s an interesting summary of the Ram’s technical issues in this Jan 1944 report, including a comparison vs the Sherman. Even by the end of 1943, there was a view that the Ram was not suitable for use as a frontline tank.
www.canada.ca/en/departmen... - paragraphs 58-65.
www.canada.ca/en/departmen... - paragraphs 58-65.
July 27, 2025 at 1:10 AM
There’s an interesting summary of the Ram’s technical issues in this Jan 1944 report, including a comparison vs the Sherman. Even by the end of 1943, there was a view that the Ram was not suitable for use as a frontline tank.
www.canada.ca/en/departmen... - paragraphs 58-65.
www.canada.ca/en/departmen... - paragraphs 58-65.
Great thread. Thanks.
July 14, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Great thread. Thanks.
I think that’s right, I haven’t seen anything that suggested they re-equipped with the move, plus two Staghound II 3-inch cars in C Sqn HQ appear in both Italy and NWE, so I think them keeping the halftracks is a safe bet.
June 29, 2025 at 1:08 AM
I think that’s right, I haven’t seen anything that suggested they re-equipped with the move, plus two Staghound II 3-inch cars in C Sqn HQ appear in both Italy and NWE, so I think them keeping the halftracks is a safe bet.
The April war diary doesn't specify what they had, but refers to them as "SP 75mm". My guess is that this is the M3 GMC.
June 29, 2025 at 12:51 AM
The April war diary doesn't specify what they had, but refers to them as "SP 75mm". My guess is that this is the M3 GMC.
Exactly like that. It’s perfect.
May 16, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Exactly like that. It’s perfect.
It also highlights the need for a 17th/21st Lancers mug…
May 15, 2025 at 8:58 PM
It also highlights the need for a 17th/21st Lancers mug…
You’ve done a brilliant job. Absolutely superb.
May 15, 2025 at 7:57 PM
You’ve done a brilliant job. Absolutely superb.
Maybe District Miniatures? I’ve used them in 15mm and they were really good.
March 27, 2025 at 6:05 AM
Maybe District Miniatures? I’ve used them in 15mm and they were really good.
To be fair, there’s a long tradition at Airfix of cover art showing their Luftwaffe subjects getting shot down, so you’re in good company.
March 18, 2025 at 6:26 PM
To be fair, there’s a long tradition at Airfix of cover art showing their Luftwaffe subjects getting shot down, so you’re in good company.
They’re looking great. Looking forward to seeing them when they’re finished.
February 17, 2025 at 10:42 PM
They’re looking great. Looking forward to seeing them when they’re finished.
At this point the new format looks like a stroke of genius. If the old guys approach the game like they did last year then they’re going to be embarrassed. Ego is a great way to make them care about the game.
February 15, 2025 at 4:58 AM
At this point the new format looks like a stroke of genius. If the old guys approach the game like they did last year then they’re going to be embarrassed. Ego is a great way to make them care about the game.
I really enjoyed the podcast. It was great getting content relevant to the NZ scene.
January 27, 2025 at 10:53 PM
I really enjoyed the podcast. It was great getting content relevant to the NZ scene.
Thanks heaps, I appreciate your help.
January 23, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Thanks heaps, I appreciate your help.
There’s been a big reduction in industrial electricity usage per capita - maybe the overall energy trend is similar.
Maybe a contribution from the increase in geothermal/wind generation: those would be listed by electricity output, but the displaced coal/gas by fuel input (incl conversion losses)?
Maybe a contribution from the increase in geothermal/wind generation: those would be listed by electricity output, but the displaced coal/gas by fuel input (incl conversion losses)?
January 22, 2025 at 4:30 AM
There’s been a big reduction in industrial electricity usage per capita - maybe the overall energy trend is similar.
Maybe a contribution from the increase in geothermal/wind generation: those would be listed by electricity output, but the displaced coal/gas by fuel input (incl conversion losses)?
Maybe a contribution from the increase in geothermal/wind generation: those would be listed by electricity output, but the displaced coal/gas by fuel input (incl conversion losses)?
Most recently, I found Ungentlemanly Warfare problematic. “Inspired by history” in that Postmaster was real, but their representation of it was complete fantasy. Then they gave bios of the main characters before the end credits as if it were all true.
January 10, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Most recently, I found Ungentlemanly Warfare problematic. “Inspired by history” in that Postmaster was real, but their representation of it was complete fantasy. Then they gave bios of the main characters before the end credits as if it were all true.
Engines running, back under way, and heading to Picton.
December 23, 2024 at 1:05 AM
Engines running, back under way, and heading to Picton.
“Not looking good… limited propulsion.” We’re going to be towed back to the berth by tugs, but “this may take some time.”
December 23, 2024 at 12:42 AM
“Not looking good… limited propulsion.” We’re going to be towed back to the berth by tugs, but “this may take some time.”