![]() ![]() I read "Spearhead" a few months ago, and was very impressed with the story, and especially the intimate descriptions of the crew members. So, barring any more mental glitches I hope to post the diorama in the near future. The tank's/crew's stowage is a combination of purchased resin bags and scratch built tarps, boxes, mantlet and machine gun covers. I did forgo the “workable” running gear, which made the build easier and quicker. ![]() The 1/35, Tamiya, M26 Pershing kit was built out of the box and was a pleasure to build. I was never going to finish the dio in time but to give credit when credit is due I'm posting the tank now. I thought the battle took place on March 26 and was planning to post the dio on that day, then I realized the battle occurred March 6. So why I am posting the tank alone.Well, I have to admit that I had an “old farts” mental glitch. This tank is part of a diorama I am currently building to honor this battle. Clarence Smoyer and Spearhead book author, Mr. Last year at a book signing, I had the pleasure of meeting the Pershing's gunner, Mr. March 6th marks the 75th anniversary of the famous tank battle that took place, in Cologne Germany, between a German Panther and US M26 (T26E3) Pershing. My second, personal, End of WW2, 75th Anniversary tribute build.Īlso an "On This Day", March 6th, 1945 tribute as well. ![]()
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