[Gatesedge] Fw: [Ansteorra] Gulf War Gate

[lisabetta/kim]

----- Original Message -----
From: "Ron Hardy" <rhemail at swbell.net>
To: "Ansteorra at Ansteorra.Org" <ansteorra at ansteorra.org>
Sent: Saturday, September 14, 2002 9:41 AM
Subject: [Ansteorra] Gulf War Gate


> Greetings this glorious Autumn day unto all the citizens of Mighty
> Ansteorra, from Master Fritz der Rothirsch,
>
> It is with some urgency that I write to you this day, in the matter of our
> Mighty Gulf Wars Gate.  I sent to all the populace and your Barons a
missive
> some weeks ago describing the requirements for building this tribute to
> Ansteorra and seeking your commitments to make this dream of Kings a
> reality.
>
> I am happy to say that the Baronies of Stargate, Steppes, Bryn Gwlad,
> Bonwick and Bordermarch have all lain claim to a part of the building
> process.  Their people stand ready to have their names forever etched in
the
> lore of Ansteorra by saying, "we built this for the glory of our Kingdom!"
> The Projects that have been taken up already are #'s 1, 6, 7, 8 and a
> Special Project not listed (see attached original missive, below).
>
> But what of the rest of you?   There are many Projects for the Gate still
> left unclaimed.  If the entire Gate does not get built, then all other
> effort is for naught.   This undertaking is too grand to be left to a few
> willing souls; it will literally take the effort of every person in this
> Kingdom to make this Gate a reality, whether in time spent wielding hammer
> and saw, or by reaching into your purses to finance this project.  Right
now
> what we need most urgently are the carpenters, welders, smiths and willing
> laborers to embrace this lofty goal and claim a section of the Ansteorran
> Gate as their own.
> We have heard from no Shires, Cantons, Strongholds or Keeps in this
matter.
> Remember, each Project will require only a handful of actual laborers, and
a
> short period of time to complete.  Do not allow the size of your group to
> daunt your resolve.  The Kingdom will reimburse all material expenses, and
> supervisory help is nearby.  All you need are a few talented folks and
> plenty of heart.
>
> Act now!  The DEADLINE for completion of each Project for the Gate is
> Christmas of this year!   Remember, the Gate must be erected and in place
> BEFORE next Gulf Wars.  Final assembly in Steppes, and the two trips to
> Meridies to erect the Gate will all take time as well.   The crew who
erect
> the Gate on the Gulf Wars site will likely be traveling in February.
> Consider volunteering for this task, too.  Again, the requirements are
> outlined below.
>
> Put the Ansteorran Gulf Wars Gate at the top of your group's next meeting
> agenda.  Decide how you will contribute to this noble and grand
undertaking.
> Make the commitment now.  Direct any questions you have to Master Fritz
> (contact info below).
>  The glory of the Kingdom of Ansteorra will be reflected in the eyes of
all
> those who answer this call, and the admiration of Kings will be yours.   I
> remain,
>
> In service to Ansteorra,
>
> HE Master Fritz der Rothirsch, Gate Architect
> rhemail at swbell.net
> 214-821-1223 (no calls after 9 pm)
>
>
> I am reposting the original message for those that may have missed it the
> first time.
>
>
> The Time to begin the Construction of the Great Gate of Ansteorra is
Here!!!
>
> The King has declared that a Mighty Gate shall be built in the lands of
> Meridies, on the battlefields of the great Gulf Wars.  A Gate that will
> guard the camps of the Ansteorran Army when next and forever hence we ride
> into battle against the Trimarans and their allies.  A Gate that will be a
> symbol of the might, strength and pride that is Ansteorra.  The King has
> declared it shall be built, and so it shall be!  Now is the time for all
> skilled carpenters, blacksmiths and strong laborers to come to the service
> of our Sovereign and make this dream a reality!  On to Gulf Wars!
>
> It is necessary that this enormous undertaking be broken down into several
> large Projects, each to be accomplished by a skilled crew from various
> regions in our Kingdom.  This Gate is to be the work of our entire
Kingdom,
> not just one, or even a few people.  Each group is asked to recruit your
> best craftsmen in the construction skills, form a crew and take on one of
> the Projects described below.  It is necessary that the leader of each
crew
> be skilled in the tasks your group volunteers for, and that the other
> crewmembers have a good working knowledge of the tasks required.  The
> structural integrity of our Gate is of the utmost importance.
>
> Each group will be responsible for purchasing and picking up the needed
> materials (to be reimbursed upon presentation of valid receipts),
supplying
> their own tools, building their Project and possibly of transporting their
> completed Project to Steppes for final assembly.  Detailed scaled plans
and
> elevations will be provided to you, and supervisors will be available to
> come to you to help get you started.  Assistance by telephone will always
be
> available.  DEADLINE for completion of your group's Project is Christmas
> 2002.
>
> Further, it will be necessary for a crew of six to eight skilled
> construction workers and strong laborers, plus one or two plucky persons
to
> serve as camp chatelaines, to travel to Meridies early in the year of 2003
> to prepare the ground and erect the Gate. This will be heavy labor.  Two
> separate weekend trips will be required. Gas and food will be provided.
Be
> prepared to camp in the cold and wet.
>
> Please disseminate this information to your group and help recruit the
> talent needed to make this Gate a strong, beautiful reality.  If you have
> any questions, please contact Master Fritz der Rothirsch at
> rhemail at swbell.net, or 214-821-1223 (before 9 pm).
>
>
> The various Projects are as follows:
>
> 1. Tower Construction:  (Stargate)
> Two towers, octagonal and 7' diameter x 16' high.  To be built in 8'
> sections.  Wood framing and construction.
>     SKILLS:  Basic home construction carpentry (i.e. wall framing).
>     TOOLS:  Table saw, chop saw, pneumatic framing nailer (ideal).
>      CREW:  six people, 3 days.
>
> 2. Crenellations:
> Two Crenellations, octagonal, app. 9' diameter each.  Built in sections.
> Wood framing.
>      SKILLS:  Cabinetmaker/carpenter
>      TOOLS:  Jigsaw, circular saw, pneumatic nail gun (ideal).
>      CREW:  four people, 2 days
>
> 3.  Door Arch:
> One span, 12' long x 2' wide. Metal framing and wood facing, banded top
and
> bottom in steel.
>      SKILLS:  Framing carpentry, metalworking/welding.
>      TOOLS:  jigsaw, circular saw, oxy/acetylene rig, mig welder, 4" angle
> grinder
>      CREW: 4 people, 3 days
>
> 4.  Doors:
> Two doors, 6' wide x 12' high each, shaped to form a center arch.
Laminated
> up 2-by and plywood construction, cut to shape.  Steel banding.
>      SKILLS:  basic carpentry, metalworking/welding
>      TOOLS:  jigsaw, circular saw, oxy/acetylene rig, mig welder, 4" angle
> grinder
>      CREW:  4 people, 2 days
>
> 5.  Tower Bases:
> Two bases, 7' diameter.  2 x 10 framing, to be set on piers.
>      SKILLS:  Carpentry (i.e. joist framing)
>      TOOLS:  circular saw, heavy-duty drill/screw gun
>      CREW:  2 people, 2 days
>
> 6.  Tower "Skins" (Bryn Gwlad)
> To cover both towers, provide a look of stone construction.  Built of
> prefabricated textured sheet metal and plywood.  The group that does this
pr
> object needs to be geographically near the group that builds tower framing
> (#1 above).
>      SKILLS: light metal working, basic carpentry
>      TOOLS: circular saw, tin snips
>      CREW: 2 people, 2 days
>
>
> 7.  Tower Storage Doors: (Bonwick)
> Two wooden doors to be set in back side of towers.  Will provide storage
> access inside towers.  2' wide x 6' tall each.
>     SKILLS: Basic carpentry
>      TOOLS:  circular saw, jigsaw
>      CREW:  2 people, 1 day
>
> 8. Tower edging (Bordermarch)
> Strips of material will need to be cut into the outline of bricks using
> either a jig saw or
> router and template (preferred method).
> SKILLS: basic cutting or routing
> TOOLS: jigsaw or router capable of accepting collars
> CREW: 2 people, 1 day
>
> *SPECIAL PROJECTS *
> Construction of the Ansteorran Gate will be made more efficient with the
use
> of some highly specialized tools and skilled craftsmen to take on the
> following Special Projects:
>
>
> *Need someone with access to a sheet metal shear and 2 1/2 ' capacity
sheet
> metal brake.  See #6 above. (Bryn Gwlad)
>
> *Also need someone with access to heavy-duty sheet metal brake to bend 8'
> lengths of 14-gauge steel into U-shape. (Bryn Gwlad)
>
> *Need a professional, highly skilled welder and assistant to weld frame
for
> doors and archway.
>
> *Need a good blacksmith to produce 175 rivets, 6" long made of 3/8" mild
> steel.
>
> *Need a highly skilled blacksmith to produce 4 small hinges, 2 lock
> mechanisms and 2 door handles for small storage doors on backs of towers.
>
>
> In service,
> Master Fritz der Rothirsch
> Baron of the Steppes
> Gate Architect
>
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