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Unit Descriptions & Histories
of
The Brave Fighting Men
of
Sir Peter's World


( Last Update: 20 Jul 05)


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Lt. Col.
Crag
Ripcord

The
U.S.
Rocket
Corps

The U.S. Rocket Corps first entered into the Sir Peter saga during the third attempt to free our hero from the clutches of the nefarious criminal mastermind, Manchoo Fooie.

Since the operation is still ongoing, further information is being withheld to protect its' members.

 

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Lt. Max
Power

 

The
US Navy

Upholding the finest traditions of the Navy, this Far Eastern command has seen action in every one of Sir Peter's Asian adventures.

Stationed aboard the USS San Poople, these tars have plied the oceans and scoured the docks in the search to find and extricate our beloved hero from the lair of the vile Fooie.

In the battle of Toon Pang, the original commander, Lt. Cmdr. Johnny B. Goode, led his men into a buzz-saw that wrote the final chapter of his long career and most of his fellows followed their leader to the Flanders Field!

Lt. Power assumed command just prior to the assault at Gung Pow and while fronting his command in the attack on Fooie's hill fastness, met the German Seebattalion commander, FgKptn. Pfannekuchen, mano-a-mano in an affair of honor. Both men received serious, but not life-threatening wounds and were dragged off the battlefield by their seconds. Needless to say, that ended the battle as far as the Navy was concerned.

Having recovered from his wounds, Lt. (now jg after Far East Command found out about his little tete-a-tete) Power is once again leading the men of the San Poople in another attempt to free Sir Petey.

 

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Maj.Gaston
LePew

The
French
Marines

This detachment of the French military is stationed at the Bora Bora Naval Base and Tanning Salon. Under the stout leadership of Major LePew, these veteran troopers have seen plenty of action (even some on the field of battle)!

In their first assault on the enclave of the Manchoo Fooie in Toon Pang the flower of French elan did their best and could even claim to be the last to succumb, but in the final reckoning fall they did.

After a period of recuperation, both LePew and his reconstituted force again met the Manchoovian buzzsaw at Gung Pow. This time (accompanied by the latest in French military mechanicals - the Aural Earwig) the Marines did better but still came a-cropper and were sent packing by the entire local populace of the aforesaid Gung Pow. Leaving the Earwig to its' fate -- which meant being "acquired" by the Germans -- LePew and his troop can be found licking their wounds and sharpening their sabres for another go at the forces of evil no matter where they might be found.

 

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Lt.Heinrich
Von Stiffft

The
Deutsches
Dumbkopf
Detachment

The DDD was formed by the Kaiser's Kriegsmarine solely to keep Von Stiffft out of Berlin's sight. And from the evidence of his first foray onto the field of conflict we can well see why!

Marching straight down the middle of the main drag of Toon Pang, our Prussian Poltroon ran smack into the midst of a murderous horde of Tong henchmen. Having survived (barely!) the Chinese onslaught, Von Stiffft then proceeded to tick off the French with the odd gunshot or two which took a few more of his command to the shores of Valhalla. Finally, "carpeing the diem" as it were, the Germans headed back to the safety of an awaiting ship and steamed back towards the African colonies.

We can only hope that the next attempt at spreading the Kaiser's kolonial wings will be more successful!

 

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FgKpt. Friedrich
Pfannekuchen

The
German
Seebattalion

With Von Stiffft licking his wounds in Dar Es Salaam, the Kriegsmarine promoted FregattenKapitan Pfannekuchen to the command of a company of German Marines for the second attempt on rescueing Sir Peter with hopes that he could only do better than his predecessor. And so he did - at least for a while - until his sordid past came to the forefront and stymied his success (and pretty much any hope of rescuing Sir Petey!)

Being a tad on the conservative side, Pfanney (as he was lovingly known by his troops) came late to the battle of Gung Pow. And when he finally did arrive, he became side-tracked by the sight of an old arch-enemy, Max Power of the US Navy. Letting his pride get the better of him, he forced a duel with Power which left both combatants "hors de combat". Dragged bloody from the field, Pfannekuchen and the Seebattalion were forced to give up the rescue and return to the nearest hospice for R & R.

Now fully recovered but properly chastised and demoted to Kapitänleutnant, old Pfanney and his company are once again ready to salley forth against all comers

 

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Kapitan Juarez
Waldo

The
Pride
of
Portugal

A newcomer in the saga of Sir Peter, the Portuguese were first seen in battle during the Gung Pow campaign.

Fielding their Steam-powered Electro-Stun Cannon in support of the infantry proved less than successful (but it didn't blow itself up!) and new efforts are planned for upgraded motive power and heavier field generating coils to increase the weapons range and effectivness.

Although losing over half his command in the campaign, Kapitan Waldo displayed passable personal courage and was awarded the Prata Medalha de Maltarefa in recognition of his efforts. His new command is presently in training at the East Timor Spa & Tropical Infantry School at Dili and will be ready for action soon.

 

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Capt.
Gussie
Fink-Nottle

The
British
Blustering
Berkshires

About to be posted to the Far East Command, the Berkies are anxious to prove their mettle during the third mission to free Sir Peter.

Not to pour cold water on the flames of their fury, but their commander, Gussie Fink-Nottle, is a throwback to the days of the purchase system and far from the brightest tack in the stables of Sandhurst. In fact, if dear old Pater hadn't built Fink-Nottle Hall at the Command College, Gussie would probably still be prancing the hallowed halls hoping to find the exit!

 

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Col. Goodyare
Blimpp

His
Majesty's
Royal Marines

Newly-formed and chomping at the bit, the Marines are set to do battle against any and all comers. The latest rescue mission for Sir Peter will prove their worth to King and Country.

Their present commandant, Col. Blimpp, hails from a long line of military men that has seen "action" in the bars, bistros, and bordellos of both old world and orient.

 

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Commandatore
Taurus
Bulbous

The
Royal
Coosbainian
Foot Guards

A new player in the intrigues of Europe, the Margrave of the Grand Duchy of Coosbania has proven himself to be as wily and devious as some of the elder statemen of the region. One can only wonder just what his true aims are!

 

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Kapitan
Linconya
Navigatore

The
Royal
Coosbainian

Rangers

Skilled in the arts of camouflage, these storied troopers can blend into the background so well that many would swear they weren't even there. At least that's their story - and they're sticking to it!

These dapper young hearties will be featured soon in the next episode of the "Sir Peter Follies"

 

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Baron
Schnurbart
von Mainz

The
Ost Afrika
Korps

These Teutonic terrors had their first blooding in the attack on the Fortress al Krim. Being the command element of the united force, the OAK should have been the lead element in the assault, but due to a bizarre character flaw, von Mainz kept his askari to himself as his personal body guard. Having left the majority of the honors to the hated British, plus losing half of his force to boot, the good Baron was recalled to Berlin to face the wrath of the Kaiser.

During the adventure of King Mujibur's Mines, the OAK was led by the well-known soldier of fortune, Margrave Heinrich Hasenpfeffer. Unfortunately, this would not be the Korps' finest hour as they were attacked mercilessly by both the native WaCurli tribe and the treacherous Force Publique. This time, however, the Kaiser was spared having to vent his spleen on an inept commander as the good Margrave managed to get himself mortally wounded by stepping on a poisoned thorn. One can only hope that the third time will be the charm for these poor sods!

 

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Majoré
Barolo
Buonicelli

The
Italian
Colonials
Our only meeting with the Italian Colonial troops thus far has been in the mission to rescue Sir Peter from the Fortress of Sheikh al Krim. During this assault, while the Mobile Artillery Detachment was somewhat lacking due to its' unreliable motive power, the infantry showed itself to be the equal of any native regular force by pouring a steady and accurate volley of fire against the massed tribes under al Krim. The askaris were awarded the Medallo d'Oro as a result of their efforts.

 

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Maj. "D"esmond
Sastor

The
British
Swaggering
Shropshires

The Queen's Favorites first came to our attention during the rescue of the Ermine Pasta. The "Shroppies" acted as the reserve force in this instance and as such they showed themselves to be crack shots and stalwart fighters. Unfortunately, during one particularly nasty melee, the units' 2IC - Lt. "Curly" Broccoli - was savagely cut down and died as a result of his wounds. He was mentioned in the dispatches. After returning to England for some R and R, Major Sastor was temporarily seconded to the Royal Badminton Team.

On their next mission, the Shroppies were commanded by Col. Crittenden Daylily of the eminent Sandhurst Daylily family. Under his lead the unit showered itself with glory by being the first to enter the Fortress of Sheikh al Krim and personally rescuing the hostage Sir Peter. Though he was recommended for the VC, Daylily was passed over as he had spent more time tooling around the desert in his Austin A/C than in actually leading his troops.

 

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Hercule
Pottboiler

The
Force
Publique

These vile henchmen of the King of the Belgians were first encountered during the assault on the Fortress al Krim. Under the command of Hercule Pottboiler - a fussy, mustachioed twit - the FP had less than a stellar performance. Spending more time waxing his nose hairs than leading his force, Pottboiler let his men get bogged down in rough ground where they were grieviously attacked by a couple of petard-wielding Krim Krazys. Reeling from the devastation of this attack, the remaining Force hunkered down and refused to approach the Fortress. Following this lackluster performance, Pottboiler was recalled to Brussels and hasn't been seen or heard from since.

For their second foray into the wilds, the FP was led by that mercenary news-hack, Lorelin Hardee. Hired by King Luddy to stir up things, Hardee set up ambushes for both the European hunting parties and the local native tribesmen. His attempts at dispatching the Euros was more successful than he could have hoped, and only time will tell if his mission to start trouble back home in Europe was successful.

 

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