Bank of Valletta is sponsoring History in Scale 05, a scale modelling expo organised by the Society for Scale Modellers. This year’s expo is centered around the 60th anniversary of Victory In Europe (VE) Day 1945, the Bicentenary of the Battle of Trafalgar, 1805 and the 440th Anniversary of the Siege of Malta, 1565.

History in Scale 05 (HIS05) is a gallery of highly detailed and superbly finished scale models of military aircraft, armoured vehicles, ships, figurines, dioramas and civil vehicles organised by the Society of Scale Modellers. Every exhibit will have taken the member of the society months of research, construction and detailed paintwork to achieve the desired quality.

Bank of Valletta’s sponsorship was presented by Head of Public Relations Michael Galea to Louis Carabott, president of the Society of Scale Modellers, at the society’s premises.

Speaking during the presentation, Mr Galea said, “Bank of Valletta is delighted to support this exhibition. Scale Modelling can be considered as another expression of art which is both unique and original. This exhibition will also have an educational content since it focuses on an aspect of European history. All these elements make Bank of Valletta proud to be associated with this Expo, which has become an annual event and attracts a large number of enthusiasts”. He augured every success to the Society in its endeavors.

Mr Carabott thanked Bank of Valletta for its support and said, “The Society of Scale Modellers has become one of the most prominent clubs locally and is also acknowledged abroad. Many of the members’ masterpieces have gained recognition in world-wide events and members from our society have won top awards in prestigious expos in the UK, Italy and Greece”.

History in Scale ’05 is being held on 19 and 20 March at the Catholic Institute in Floriana. For further information log on to www.ipmsmalta.com.