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Thanks for taking the initiative on this :) I've just added a few bits of my own and sent it off for distribution. How do fancy organising a logo competition? I can't see any other way of getting it done. Announce it here and off-Milhist? Please let me know what you think. --ROGER DAVIES talk 06:01, 6 December 2008 (UTC)
PS: We've escaped snow so far though there's been loads in the North and Scotland. Strangely, though, none of significance in the Alps yet.
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Sure, but how would we do it? I've never worked with someone on an article before, as normally I like to write it. How have you done it in the past? JonCatalán(Talk) 00:32, 8 December 2008 (UTC)
If possible, could you wait for the infobox until the article is finished? The most accurate information will only be available after the research is done. Furthermore, I don't think Craig's book is a proper book to use for this article; it's not very accurate, and it's novelistic approach makes it a poor source of information in my opinion (Beevor comes close, but holds some useful scholarly information here and there). To be honest, I rather write the article on my own, and then you can add information omitted, but covered by your sources. I'm a fast writer; it normally takes me less than five days to "complete" an article. JonCatalán(Talk) 05:41, 2 January 2009 (UTC)
No problem ;) EyeSerenetalk 08:24, 8 December 2008 (UTC)
Congratulations on the promotion ;) EyeSerenetalk 08:09, 15 December 2008 (UTC)
I saw the reduction in numbers coming; one reason I was hesitant to advertise the Wikipedia project too strongly within the community. The school system opted to extend the AP programs down to the 10th grade (ages 14-15). I can't say it's been a failure in that several have risen to the challenge. However, it has taken a huge toll on the confidence and self-esteem of many others. With very few seniors in the class to lead by example; the a significant number of underclassmen have fallen prey to the mob mentality "everyone is failing" so it must be ok. It will be interesting to see how they perform with the numbers greatly reduced and a more dedicated group. Either way; the few that have stepped up have demonstrated that even realitvely young minds can contribute to the Wikipedia Project in a positive way. --JimmyButler (talk) 16:49, 9 December 2008 (UTC)
I have largely re-written the article over the past two days and given you interest in the article I thought you might be interested to see the progress. The intent is to put the article forward for GA in the near future. Suggestions would be appreciated. --Labattblueboy (talk) 23:26, 9 December 2008 (UTC)
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Thanks for your kind message and for your gutsy support during the election! My apologies for the slow response: I took a short wiki-break in an effort to get rid completely of an infection in time for the holidays (says loads about my priorities, huh?). Anyhow, my first love around here is Milhist and assuming Jimbo appoints me I have no intention of letting ArbCom take over my life!
Overwise, it'll be good to get Marion on the road and I'll be delghted to reviewing it once you're through. In the meantime, dude, very happy holidays! --ROGER DAVIES talk 10:39, 19 December 2008 (UTC)
Hey Cam. Sorry, I'm editing but I'm under a heavy workload at the moment and I'm only really doing some writing here and there. I'll try and get around to reviewing it in the next few days. A few pointers through. The article needs an Aftermath section, possibly combining the 'Grinds to a Halt' section, and a good copy-edit as well. The lead also needs to be expanded to two or three paragrahs, and the section titles are a bit unencyclopedic to be honest - they need to be a bit more concise. Skinny87 (talk) 17:38, 22 December 2008 (UTC)
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Hi Cam,
I have a bit unusual question. I am currently updating an article on Oberst Walter Oesau. He was a Ace of Luftwaffe. I was discussing his background with someone who is writing a book on him. They sent me a Portrait of Oesau they had made on their own. They are willing to give the copyright waiver. Assuming that I get a clearance on image copyright, can we use the portrait in the article ? At this time there is a photo of him by Heinrich Hoffmann. I am not sure I can upload the portrait image without the clarification. All I can tell you is that the portrait is pretty good. Please let me know.Thanks Perseus71 (talk) 20:50, 23 December 2008 (UTC)
The article Moro River Campaign you nominated as a good article has been placed on hold . It hasn't failed because it's basically a good article, but there are some minor changes or clarifications needed to be addressed. If these are fixed within seven days, the article will pass, otherwise it will fail. See Talk:Moro River Campaign for things needed to be addressed. Abraham, B.S. (talk) 06:56, 31 December 2008 (UTC)
Hi Cam. I have now completed a second review on the article, and have left comments on things that need to be fixed on the review page. Cheers, Abraham, B.S. (talk) 02:37, 3 January 2009 (UTC)
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First, happy new year!
Second, I've raised a couple of things here which could use swift responses. May I trouble you please to check them out?
Thanks! --ROGER DAVIES talk 19:30, 1 January 2009 (UTC)
Thanks again Cam for all off your hard work with the officers. Here is some fuel from my tree to keep you firing in the new year! YellowMonkey (bananabucket) 04:04, 2 January 2009 (UTC)
Well, want to go for it? --ROGER DAVIES talk 06:43, 4 January 2009 (UTC)
All ready to rock 'n' roll. All you need is accept the nom and transclude it to the RfA page. Good luck! --ROGER DAVIES talk 17:29, 4 January 2009 (UTC)
NuclearWarfare reverted your RfA until you answer the "optional" questions or indicate that you aren't going to---eg it is not active right now. As a general rule, the "optional questions" particularly the first three really aren't that optional. If you want to have any chance of passing you should anwer them before going live.---Balloonman PoppaBalloonCSD Survey Results 20:19, 4 January 2009 (UTC)
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Good luck on your bid for adminship. Protonk (talk) 04:43, 5 January 2009 (UTC)
Best wishes for your RFA -- Tinu Cherian - 05:10, 6 January 2009 (UTC)
I'll swap you GANs; I'll do Operation Windsor if you do Operation Winter Storm. I figure that this type of cooperation is the only way to effectively get an article through GAN, without waiting a month! JonCatalán(Talk) 16:38, 6 January 2009 (UTC)
I hope you haven't forgotten about the WikiCup! You can add your GA to your submissions page, by following the instructions here. Those 30 points would make you second in your group! JonCatalán(Talk) 01:06, 9 January 2009 (UTC)
I noticed this edit. Did you want any help? That seems like it would be a very fun topic to get to GA or FA. ;) —Ed 17 (Talk / Contribs) 06:38, 8 January 2009 (UTC)
Forgive my intrusion, but I spotted your post on The ed17's talk page. Do mind if I also help with Yamato and Musashi? TomStar81 (Talk) 06:48, 8 January 2009 (UTC)
The Yamato class main article is finally beginning to take shape, and I've finally got the page rewritten and heavily cited. That said, there's one statistic I'm missing a reference for. Would you happen to have any references that mention the cost of the Yamato vessels? Thanks for your help, Cam (Chat) 03:34, 9 January 2009 (UTC)
So, I put citations in for the fact tags. Whats next? Cheers, ṜedMarkViolinistDrop me a line 21:30, 9 January 2009 (UTC)
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I posted this question to everyone at RFA who mentioned working in AIV. I would have asked you, too, but yours will close soon. So I'm posting it here in case you would like to reply at some later time. Gimmetrow 22:16, 11 January 2009 (UTC)
Neither IP has any deleted contributions. Tthe second IP (the personal attacker) made only one edit, which was obviously before the warning. Does that make any difference? Gimmetrow 23:10, 11 January 2009 (UTC)
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Well done, I'm glad I was able to sway one person at least. YellowMonkey (bananabucket) 04:14, 13 January 2009 (UTC)
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Hi Cam, congratulations on passing your RfA! FYI, I'm going to be ignoring any further comments from User:Spinnaker gybe on the WW1 page. They have not made a single edit to any article and appear to be trolling. Nick-D (talk) 07:13, 13 January 2009 (UTC)
Good luck mate, but sure you'll be fine! Skinny87 (talk) 18:14, 14 January 2009 (UTC)
I know that, sometime back, you mentioned that combinedfleet.com had been identified as a reliable source. Would you happen to be able to provide the link for this for me? I have a hunch that it will get asked in the future FAC of the Yamato class, and I want to have that link as assurance that the site is reliable. Cam (Chat) 01:14, 16 January 2009 (UTC)
Hey there. I noticed you blocked 222.66.165.139 (talk · contribs · deleted contribs · filter log · WHOIS · RDNS · RBLs · http · block user · block log) indefinitely. Was this a mistake? Per Wikipedia: Blocking IP addresses, IP addresses should almost never be indefinitely blocked. A 48 hour block looks more appropriate to me. Thanks, VegaDark (talk) 16:27, 16 January 2009 (UTC)
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Looks like the Normandy team is a complete success :). If Falaise pocket and Totalize are passing the ACR's now, Goodwood remains the single major operation not promoted to A or FA and all of us could focus on it (because it would be quite a difficult task). By the way, i'm overhauling Hill 262 and hope to put it under ACR by the end of the week. Any help is welcome! Best, --Eurocopter (talk) 18:33, 21 January 2009 (UTC)
Go, dude, go! That's a great idea and I'm glad you've found the time :) --ROGER DAVIES talk 19:09, 21 January 2009 (UTC)
I just noticed you've done quite a bit of work on Battle of Messines. I'm currently trying to work on Battle of Passchendaele - want to join in? ;) The Land (talk) 22:29, 21 January 2009 (UTC)
Blocked him indefinitely. Just looked at some odd comments and noted that he's only got a few edits, all of them talk pages and seems to know all the policies already. Seems like a great big leg-pulling account saying Mein Kampf is a RS and comparing 1914 Serbia to the Taliban and OBL. I think you should be more cynical with some folks.... There's this guy on the VN War page who never edits and only drones on and one saying that the US didn't lose and nobody answered him luckily, except a few hard-core anti-US guys who did the opposite... No need to reply to him. YellowMonkey (click here to vote for world cycling's #1 model!) 07:47, 22 January 2009 (UTC)
Hi Cam, I was wondering if you could help out with a reference. I'm currently copyediting Operation Cobra, and it mentions Operation Atlantic. I added a little info from the Atlantic article and used your refs - I was wondering if you've got any more information on the source of the Copp article you used (Copp, Terry The Approach to Verrières Ridge, Legion Magazine May/June 1999). If you look at the refs section of the Cobra article, you'll see that it needs especially the page numbers and publisher, and the volume info would be good too if possible. Thanks, EyeSerenetalk 15:07, 23 January 2009 (UTC)
Hey Cam.
My girlfriend is currently doing a statistical essay on casualty rates in the British Army during WWI in theatres other than the Western Front - specifically the Dardenelles, Egypt, Messoptamia and the like. I know it might be a tad out of your area, but I know you do do WWI history - can you think of any academic books on those areas, or anyone who might know? Cheers, Skinny87 (talk) 18:36, 23 January 2009 (UTC)
I am simply not prepared to take anything other than a supporting role in improving World War I; however, I was very much taken with your constructive suggestion at Talk:World War I#Parsing this unnecessarily LARGE subject. I hope you'll be gratified to learn that your comments produced a plausibly helpful step forward in terms of another article -- see here. --Tenmei (talk) 19:33, 23 January 2009 (UTC)
Sure Cam, that sounds fair :) Skinny87 (talk) 07:37, 25 January 2009 (UTC)
(od) Okay, that should be all of them done; lot of books published in London, don'tcha know. Hopefully I've done it all right. Skinny87 (talk) 21:10, 26 January 2009 (UTC)
FYI, another editor has complained about User:Spinnaker gybe's block at Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive248#Requesting an impartial look at User talk:YellowMonkey#"Soapboxing account". Nick-D (talk) 07:18, 26 January 2009 (UTC)
Thanks, dude. Do have an outstanding weekend! (I'm in your old stomping ground, Flanders, on Thursday by the way.) --ROGER DAVIES talk 15:14, 26 January 2009 (UTC)
Much appreciated.
USS Iowa just passed her FAC. We know have the minimum core articles neede for the FT push. Our focus now needs to be addressing any surviing FAC issues. We also need to ensure that the articles are thouroughly copyeditted and that all exernally cited links are operation before the FT push. I think that if we push hard the nom may be ready to go in a week or two. What are your thoughts on the matter? TomStar81 (Talk) 19:58, 27 January 2009 (UTC)
Hello. I see you're listed on the Logistics page as a copyeditor. I hope to nominate M249 for FA status and would be grateful if you could do some copyediting. Thanks.--Pattont/c 22:13, 27 January 2009 (UTC)
...this? The article isn't really close to out A-class standard... —Ed 17 (Talk / Contribs) 05:44, 28 January 2009 (UTC)
Cam, if I got down on hands and knees, could you look over at General Aircraft Hamilcar and combine my refs please? I managed to do a couple, but when I tried to do some more I somehow managed to wipe half the article when I previewed the page. I'd be very grateful if you could. Cheers, Skinny87 (talk) 19:37, 30 January 2009 (UTC)
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... was cold and wet. Dinner was a major disappointment, nearly all the seafood and all the fish was off the menu :) --ROGER DAVIES talk 10:39, 2 February 2009 (UTC)
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