Author Archives: Jim Bambra

Battle of France – Commonwealth Battle Group

This battle group is based on the 7th Battalion of the Royal Tank Regiment that attacked the Germans at Arras on 21 May 1940.   National Abilities Command Dice Divider: 3 Staff Order Divider: 4.5 Training: All units are regular. … Continue reading

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Battle of France – Special Unit Rules

Driver-Aimed Gun Aiming of the hull-mounted gun is performed by the driver. As the driver cannot drive and aim the gun at the same time, the weapon may cannot be fired when the vehicle moves. However, the vehicle can use … Continue reading

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Battle of France 1940

Germany launched its invasion of France on 10 May 1940. The Germans attacked through Holland and Belgium and launched a surprise attack through the Ardennes. After heavy fighting, Commonwealth forces were forced to retreat from the continent. France signed an … Continue reading

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Operation Crusader – Italian Support Groups

One to three support groups can be added to the core group.       Medium Armour Company M13/40 M13/40 M13/40 M13/40 Medium Armour Company M13/40 M13/40 M13/40 Medium Armour Company M13/40 M13/40 M13/40 See here for Italian Statistics.

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Operation Crusader – Italian Core Units

Operation Crusader – Italian Core Units The Operation Crusader Italian battle group has increased numbers of M31/40s and an additional battery of Obice da 105/14 modello 18 howitzers.     National Abilities The Italian artillery is well-trained and well-motivated giving … Continue reading

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