FOW U.S. Paratrooper Army 1750 Points

Since this is the first post about my paratroopers I'll write a few words about them. When I did the Rifles Army I was using the "dipping" technique. I went back to good old drybrushing for the paras and it went surprisingly fast. It also helped that I went for a camo scheme of sorts (drybrushing is really good for randomness). All in all the 67 bases of mostly infantry took about 3 weeks incl. normal day job.

I actually havent played with these guys yet. The army was, as most paratrooper armies I guess, made while watching Band of Brothers

Again I have to say I don't paint to win competitions, I paint for effect. To accomplish a good piece of work, in a short amount of time, since thats what motivates me!

Army (Note the coke can is there for size comparison)


Massed infantry


More infantry

From above

Turnbull Hero Character

FOW U.S. Army (Rifles plus some random)

This is the different units I have for the Rifles army, except the 76 mm Shermans (they can only be included in a Tank Company), but they snuck in anyways.

I normally play 1750 points, and there is more than that in the picture, but its possible to shuffle around a bit:o)

Painting comments:

I am all for speed painting. I like to see progress. For this army all the infantry have been "dipped". You still paint the basic colours, but the "dipping" allows for quick and easy shading and varnishing.

Army picture 1


Army picture 2


Army picture 3


Army picture 4



Army picture 5 (Rear shot)