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Commonwealth Close Support – Churchill Mk VIII CS

Built using the chassis of the Churchill Mk VII, this close support tank is slow moving and heavily armoured giving it good protection against German tanks and anti-tank guns.     Available: 1944 Type: Heavy AFV Move: Slow Reliability: Average … Continue reading

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Soviet Close Support – ISU-152

The ISU–152 is an updated SU–152. Built on the chassis of the IS II tank it has increased armour protection and an additional Reaction Dice.     Available: January 1944 Type: Heavy AFV Move: Average Reliability: Average Reaction: 7D Weapon: … Continue reading

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Soviet Close Support – SU-152

The SU-152 was built on the KV-1S chassis and uses the 152mm Model 1937 howitzer. This high-velocity gun provides close support to the Soviet units and packs a heavy AT punch. Its high performance comes at a cost as it’s … Continue reading

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Close Support #3 – Smoke Screens

When activated a close support unit may fire a smoke screen using direct or indirect fire. The smoke screen has a 3” radius and does not deviate. It lasts until the player’s next Logistics Phase. When firing smoke, the unit … Continue reading

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Close Support #2 – Fire Against Blinds

A close support unit may use indirect fire against a Blind in an attempt to interdict it. Interdiction Fire This is similar to off-table interdiction fire. Nominate the Blind and place an Impact Marker. If firing without a direct LOS … Continue reading

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