#compassgames | Cardboard Commander

Movement Phase

Jerry James

Nov 142 min read

Gilbert Hay De Slade: Mourning, Guilt, and Aerial Redemption in March 1917

March came in fiercely for Gilbert, but not in a positive manner. His father's illness led to his passing at the beginning of the month.

Jerry James

Nov 134 min read

A Much Needed Respite: Our World War I Ace Gilbert Hay De Slade's Brief Escape from the Frontlines

In the midst of World War I's chaos and destruction,

Jerry James

Nov 125 min read

The Insatiable Skies: The Journal of World War I Fighter Ace Gilbert Hay De Slade

Sitting in a pub near Souilly Aerodrome - Remicourt, Gilbert reflects on the past three months with gratitude

Jerry James

Apr 186 min read

From Young and Naive to Seasoned Pilot.

We catch up with our young Italian pilot Giulio Nicelli. A little more experienced, but still green, Giulio is no longer that naive youngste

Jerry James

Apr 13 min read

Cardboard Commander - Monthly Action Report: March

I have had some luck on the ASLSK front and have become comfortable with the Gun & Vehicle rules. I love the system and SK makes it easier t

Jerry James

Apr 16 min read

Beautiful Skies With Bloody Sunsets.

This diary follows the life and times of Giulio Nicelli, an Italian fighter pilot called back to duty in 1916 He attended flight school...

Jerry James

Feb 243 min read

Cardboard Commander Monthly Action Report - February

Whew! It has been a busy wargaming month. I am doing this a little early as I will be off the grid next week