St. Patrick in Mexico: Los San Patricios

A pipe band, playing a Mexican Medley, in front of a Mexican flag, in Mexico city? Yes. In the US and Canada, Saint Patrick's Day is a celebration of all things "Irish" - Guinness! Corned beef & cabbage! Questionable drinking habits! But in Mexico, St Patrick's day also celebrates a different side of the Irish … Continue reading St. Patrick in Mexico: Los San Patricios

The Attack on Chunuk Bair – Highwater of Gallipoli

A painting by WETA Workshop of the ferocious fighting along the top of Chunuk Bair The battle for Gallipoli between Ottoman defenders and British and Commonwealth invaders is one of the most popular theaters of conflict for players getting into 'Blood & Valor'. The 11 month campaign was being mythologized before the smell of blood … Continue reading The Attack on Chunuk Bair – Highwater of Gallipoli