Raised in a Chicago suburb, Simanton said he was always interested in ships, models and World War II. Model ships served an important military purpose. “The U.S. Navy contracted to have models ...

The Portland-class USS Indianapolis played an essential role in the outcome of World War II, being the ship that delivered components for the atomic bombs. As the flagship of the U.S. Fifth Fleet ...

Ralahy, eyes sparkling behind his glasses, has learned in 30 years as a craftsman at the Le Village model ship making company that recreating history in miniature form can’t be rushed.