Another smallish scenario (this time adapted from an Over The Hills scenario) with 3 Prussian Brigade sized formations against 2 Russian and that again needed very little tweaking for FOB.
Scenario has a two-pronged Prussian attack on a Russian position.
One can see why historically the Russian commander withdrew as in danger of being cut off.
In my game the Russian Artillery was pretty ineffective (historically I believe they caused Prussians a lot of casualties) allowing Prussians to advance relatively unmolested.
The flanking Prussian Brigade was slowed by Russian Cavalry but once these were dealt with by supporting guns the Russians were hard pressed and I decided that indeed a withdrawal was best option.
Another fun solo outing with FOB.
Only have a few pics of initial phases as battery gave up on phone.
Overview of battlefield
Great looking game/photos Garry. Pity that the battery gave up!
ReplyDeleteRegards, James
Russian guns just could not roll any hits above 2 (so no UI loss) and not one even roll to force a Fall Back and Disorder !
DeleteI agree with James; the table and troops look super. This action is one I haven't seen gamed in the past. As press-ganged allies, the Prussians were probably less enthusiastic than we might play them in a game!
ReplyDeleteYes the actions of Prussians not that well known in 1812 but they do seem to have been a bit more active than the Austrians :-)
DeletePretty much a side show to the main event............