The expansion of the United States to the west part of the American continent has been a very common theme for toy soldiers producers. There are many versions of Indians, cowboys, Mexicans and US Cavalry.
Tag: Far West
There are some companies that produce moulds for the collector to make their own miniatures at home. This option is more useful for those who are interest in the wargame hobby and need a large number of similar figures. Bibliography Bartlett, Chris (2015). Not everyone´s cup of tea… Toy Soldier Collector, 64: 48-49. Tisone, Michael […]
Many toy soldier makers included in their production Indians or Native Americans. The huge production of Hollywood films with far west theme is probably the main reason for this option. Bibliography: Johnson, Michael G. & Jonathan Smith. American Indian Tribes of the Southwest. Men-at-Arms 488. Osprey Publishing. 48pp. Johnson, Michael G. & Jonathan Smith. North […]
Canoes and rafts were an essential mean of locomotion in the rivers of North America. I´ve got a few in my collection. Britains The Britains canoe is very carefully moulded, showing a wood frame to support the animal skins. This canoe was moulded in a strange blue colour. It has a piece of cargo and […]