This is a bit off topic, but if you ever want to gain a quick sense of what a battle was like that an ancestor fought in, try visiting a Wargaming convention. The War of 1812 has become a popular gaming scenario in the past few years. HMGS (Historical War Gaming Societies) conventions in Lancaster PA and Gettysburg are among the largest conventions held in North America, though midwest and westcoast conventions are large and well covered as well. For those interested in Naval events, I thought this website was just too good to NOT pass along.... Remote control Napoleonic era sailing ships. http://www.modelsailingships.com/update/index.html Enjoy Murray McCombs -------------------------------------------------------------------- mail2web - Check your email from the web at http://mail2web.com/ .