Jetpacks, Commandos & the Servicemembers That Inspired Them

A project in Portsmouth, VA by Tony Snipes
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A Book...A Tour...A DIFFERENCE!
Backers: 55
Average Pledge Per Backer: $41

Funded: $2,280 of $1,200
Dates: Sep 9th -> Oct 9th (30 days)
Project By: Tony Snipes
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Latest News

3 Days Left! I Was Nervous, But YOU Helped Make It Happen!

October 5th - via: kickstarter.com
I can’t believe we’re down TO THE WIRE! Honestly, I was nervous at first but you made it happen! So thankful! Please feel free to share this campaign with a friend as we are counting down to the end! – Tony  (Read More)

Adding Art For YOU This Weekend

October 1st - via: kickstarter.com
My “To-Do” list this weekend includes me creating layouts for these final images that will appear in your Artbook. The creative challenge is ensuring the final layout is one that captures your attention as you view the book (making you stop... (Read More)

NEW SKETCH That Will Appear in the Artbook

September 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Here’s a sketch of an Aerial Commando taking a break, “bonnet” off, enjoying a moment before the next mission! This sketch will appear in the Artbook!  (Read More)

What Exactly Does an Aerial Commando Do?

September 28th - via: kickstarter.com
SO, WHAT EXACTLY DOES AN AERIAL COMMANDO DO? One thing is they help clear explosive AERIAL MINES out the paths of vessels they’re assigned to. (…YEP…I said AERIAL MINES!)😬😬 Note: You’ll see this illustration in your new book!  (Read More)

115% Reached Because of YOU!

September 24th - via: kickstarter.com
You. You did this. THANK YOU for not only the financial backing of this project…but especially the AFFIRMATION that this work is significant! I have personally learned so much about hidden history in the “real” world because of my work with... (Read More)

So Thankful, I Made You a Soundtrack!

September 21st - via: kickstarter.com
You have me so excited that this will be a REALITY, that I made us a SOUNDTRACK to go with our book! It’s 8 SONGS from the Big Band era to celebrate the 555th Paratroopers that inspired our JETPACK PARATROOPERS in the book. Click here and enjoy:... (Read More)

One Week Down and at 43% Already!

September 16th - via: kickstarter.com
YOU are simply AMAZING! I prayed that this campaign would be successful, and thanks to YOUR SUPPORT, we are ahead of schedule! Please refer out cause to a friend! Thank You for backing this project!😁  (Read More)

Your Support is Making THIS a Reality!

September 13th - via: kickstarter.com
THANK YOU! I have a goal of being able to display my work on the decks of MUSEUM SHIPS like the USS Wisconsin right across the river in Norfolk, VA. Your support is helping me acquire the professional grade display panels and lighting worthy of such... (Read More)

Made It Through Lauch!

September 12th - via: kickstarter.com
♥️THANK YOU to you that have expressed belief in and support for this vision at the earliest stage! Feel free to help spread the word! Word of Mouth is the most impactful form of promotion!  (Read More)

We’re LIVE!

September 10th - via: kickstarter.com
BIG THANKS to those that have already jumped in to support! Hoping for a weekend that moves the needle!  (Read More)

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