Description
- Magazine of military history of the era of the Second World War with a complete board game in each issue that complements the lead article
- Game covers the situation in the Balkans during mid-1944 as the Soviets and Yugoslavian guerrillas under Tito close into the precious resources of the Balkans
- Victory is determined by one side doing signficantly better than their side did historically
- Includes special events via chits, special forces on both sides, and Soviet HQs representing army-level & logistical resorces
- Appropriate for adults 14 years & older
Mag & game. Game of the Soviet offensive into the Balkans in mid to late 1944, together with the ongoing Yugoslav guerrilla war thruout the Balkans. The Balkans were critical to the German economy thru their resources. Soviets must secure as much territory as quickly as possible, while the Axis player (with German, Hungarian & Croation forces) seeks to delay them as long as possible. Soviet HQ units represent army & logistical resources that aid attacks. British & German special forces are available. Political events are reflected via event chits. Victory is determined by besting historical results. 176 counters, Brig/Div/Corp level, 30mi/hex, 10days/turn. '22 / ARTICLES ON: the Balkans, Aug-Nov 1944; War Plans of the Japanese Imperial Navy, 1922-41; Mexican & Brazilian Air Forces in World War II; US Mechanized Cavalry in World War II; Indian National Army in Service of German Army in World War II; Malta Mayhem; Proximity Fuses on Bombs; German 150mm AA Gun.