AndyHollinger Posted 21 February , 2005 Share Posted 21 February , 2005 How about a simple Back row (L to R) Front row (L to R) We're working on some cyber madness here .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doogal Posted 21 February , 2005 Share Posted 21 February , 2005 What was said, what was stopped at, looked at and remarked upon. Which books were purchased? Well, Andy cleared the shelves in the bookshop, so when he returns, he'd better fill you in on the books. We tried to cover the whole museum. The artifacts were fascinating - and the sheer amount of Great War artifacts is impressive. Trench weapons created a few comments. In spite of being aware of the sheer face to face brutality of war, the effort and imagination that went into the design of these weapons really brought that home to me. The strains of "Long way to Tipperray" disappeared into sentimentality at this point, just grim head to head killing was conjoured up for me. As for the rest of it - the Main Hall is packed with boats and tanks and planes - great stuff from right across the twentieth century. Some were even American - a fantastic Mustang with checkerboard front end hanging from the ceiling - it looks as if its about to take a fatal hit from the Sopwith Camel directly opposite. I think the medal section generated some real interest, and the newer Holocaust Exhibition, whilst sobering for all, and very effective in many ways, I think did not quite get top marks. Its a big place, and I could probably return two or three times without feeling that I had run out of things to look at. I'm sure the others will add to this, so, Arm, this is Haig signing off from the back row. regards doogal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doogal Posted 21 February , 2005 Share Posted 21 February , 2005 hmmm Ah, yes, Andy's bag.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trenchwalker Posted 21 February , 2005 Share Posted 21 February , 2005 hahahaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armourersergeant Posted 21 February , 2005 Share Posted 21 February , 2005 And when asked there names Trenchie, Arm and Andigger were all taken away forthwith, yet the last one gave his "Doogal sir", was emmidiately dismissed as a nutter from of the streets and let go. Brilliant Trenchie Arm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Denham Posted 21 February , 2005 Share Posted 21 February , 2005 What! Arm in a pub! I don't believe it. I can categorically state that he only drank tea all day at the museum - with gallons of milk kindly supplied by the IWM Catering Corps. Such a delicate gent would not be seen in a pub, surely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armourersergeant Posted 21 February , 2005 Share Posted 21 February , 2005 L-R back Trenchwalker, Doogal, Stiletto 33853, L-R front Jon Signals Saunders, Andigger,Tybers,Armourersergeant,Terry Denham. regards Arm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armourersergeant Posted 21 February , 2005 Share Posted 21 February , 2005 I have just realsied that we look like the Pals 1st fifteen, front eight. I have gone from Fly half at 18 yoa to prop at 38 yoa regards Arm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyHollinger Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Thank you for decyphering the code ... It is very cool to actually put names and faces together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andigger Posted 22 February , 2005 Author Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Ah! What can I say other than I had a great time. Far better time than if I had roamed the exhibits solo. Thanks to all who came out. Not only was it great to see the IWM, but to do it with such a collective source of knowledge was incredible. And of course, yes there were episodes with left bags, but I was only testing security. I did notice Arm. was the only one who got overly concerned, which begs the question does he do more than sell furniture? BTW Robbie good call on the coat. Actually it neither demonstrates forethought (checking weather channel) nor good planning. It is a prime example of American ingenuity... ie getting to a location, realizing you packed the wrong clothes, and adjusting by going to the closest store with a winter clothes sale! Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbie Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Anyd, Are you back home already? That was a quick trip. Sorry I missed you but had a bit of work to get done. Am going next Sunday though. You want to revisit? Robbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andigger Posted 22 February , 2005 Author Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Do I want to revisit? That must be a rhetorical question! It was a quick trip, but worth every minute. Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andigger Posted 22 February , 2005 Author Share Posted 22 February , 2005 I am not sure it is doogal who looks very Haig like......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbie Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Good one Andy. My they do have big heads, don't they? Robbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul guthrie Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Did you all find the IWM cafe satisfactory? I always have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andigger Posted 22 February , 2005 Author Share Posted 22 February , 2005 My they do have big heads, don't they? Haven't they always? Paul.. no chitlins, ocra, or p-can pie. So I ate as best I could. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbie Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 With the exception of Jon I haven't met them yet so I don't have a standard on which to base my judgements. But that will change soon, won't it guys? Robbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbie Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 BTW: anyone fancy another trip to the IWM next Sunday? we will be there around 11am i guess. Just keep your ears open for the very annoying Aussie accents. Robbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul guthrie Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Paul.. no chitlins, ocra, or p-can pie. So I ate as best I could. And they don't realize theys ferners! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armourersergeant Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Hey who made me Haig I am not ready to except all the blame Arm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilB Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 Just keep your ears open for the very annoying Aussie accents. Robbie What other kinds are there, Robbie? I`m sure yours is delightful, though! Phil B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbie Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 indeed, phil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Saunders Posted 22 February , 2005 Share Posted 22 February , 2005 I am not sure it is doogal who looks very Haig like......... I am sure in the real photograph Plumer was wide right (our left as we look at the photo) ... I'm not happy about this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armourersergeant Posted 23 February , 2005 Share Posted 23 February , 2005 I am not sure it is doogal who looks very Haig like......... I am sure in the real photograph Plumer was wide right (our left as we look at the photo) ... I'm not happy about this Jon. What have you got to worry about regards Arm Haig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Saunders Posted 23 February , 2005 Share Posted 23 February , 2005 I am not sure it is doogal who looks very Haig like......... I am sure in the real photograph Plumer was wide right (our left as we look at the photo) ... I'm not happy about this Jon. What have you got to worry about regards Arm Haig Obviously not as much as you Dougie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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