CCCP vs NATO long campaign (1948-1991)

[-Luc-]

Hi,

I started a long campaign (1948-1991/200 battles) as commander of Soviet forces against NATO (USA/UK/France).

Here is my TO&E (1948/06):

HQ :
HQ,
1X GAZ-66;

RECCE platoon :
5X scout team,
5X White scout car;

Tank platoon:
4X T-34/85;

Motorized infantry compagy:
10X riffle section,
3X RPG-6 team,
3X 7.62 SMG MMG,
11X GAZ-66;

Support platoon:
3X 82mm mortar,
1X GAZ-66,
3X 57mm Anti-Tank gun,
3X GAZ-66;

Mortar platoon:
1X Riffle section,
1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer,
1X GAZ OP JEEP,
3X 82mm mortar,
1X GAZ-66,
3X 120mm Mortar,
3X GAZ-66;

Artillery platoon:
1X Riffle section,
1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer,
1X GAZ OP JEEP,
3X 76mm gun,
3X GAZ-66

Anti-Air platoon:
5X ZSU M-16

The battlefield (100x50) is automatically generated.

I will soon start this confrontation and inform you of its progress.

English is not my mother tongue, so be indulgent with me please. :)

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

The third world war has begun!

Location: Fulda Gap;
Date: 1948/06;
Enemy: USA;
Mission: Meeting;
Visibility: 15;
Turns: 90;

1- Most of the Soviet forces will follow the east-west axis formed by the paved road;

2- A RECCE unit will take place on the central hills to monitoring sector activity.

3- The front will be guarded by an infantry platoon, AT of the support platoon and a few AA units;

4- Bombardment of the hill (with paved road) is scheduled to begin in the third round.

Here is a map of the initial situation:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WinSPMBTD.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Roman]

His soldiers will stand 43 years of struggle? More than one will suffer from arthritis.:D

[-Luc-]

Hi,

His soldiers will stand 43 years of struggle? More than one will suffer from arthritis.:D

Knowing this game, I doubt that a soldier survive that long! but we'll see...

***

Turn 1,2,3,4:

Good! Soviet forces advancing...

4 RECCE units on White scout car, due to their greater mobility, move foward the column. They are followed by the T-34/85s who are ready to help if necessary. The 3 infantry platoons, aboard their GAZ-66, following behind along the road.

No enemy, no activity...

But, At the end of turn 4, the U.S. 81mm mortar bomb at the end of the column. The section of St. Leit. Golubev is touched and lost four men. 5 M24 Chaffee appear running down the hillside, one of them fires a round without reaching its target.

CCCP: -4 soldiers

Turn 5:

A shootout began between the Leiten. Kalinichenko T-34/85, which led the way and the M24 Chaffee; the third attempt of Kalinichenko to destroy the M24 Chaffee, under intense response, is sucessfull. Others T-34/85 are deploying while the infantry get out and takes cover. The GAZ-66 are scattered on both sides of the road.

USA: -1 M24 Chaffee

The M24 Chaffee continue their offensive. Kalinichenko, which remained immobile while the other T-34/85 took position, destroyed 2 more. 4 M4A3E8 are emerging north of the road! The Ml. Serzh. Babkin, who was there destroy 1 tank. 100m separates belligerents ... The United States intensify their shelling of mortars. Strangely, artillery observers are destroyed when they were well away from the bombing.

CCCP: -2 soldiers
USA: -2 M24 Chaffee, -1 M4A3E8

Turn 6:

Babkin, destroyed again a M4A3E8 at the first attemp before retreating behind the a home. Kalinichenko moves slightly to the north under the cover of some trees to ambush the tanks that could attack Babkin. The Ml. Serzh. Morozov remains on the roadh between the buildings while the Kapitan Nikonov continues its advance cautiously to the south of the road. The infantry slowly approaching from the east to take a position in the buildings along the route.

USA: -1 M4A3E8

Morozov destroyed an M24 Chaffee up on the road. The U.S. does not bomb more ...

USA: -1 M24 Chaffee

Here the situation at the beginning of turn 7:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WinSPMBTT7.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

The struggle continues!

Turn 7:

The M4A3E8 who were north of the road disappeared. Morozov hunting crew of the M24 Chaffee that he destroyed a few moments earlier and defends its position between the buildings. Babkin and Kalinichenko, covering each other, began a cautious move towards the top of the hill. Nikonov continues to advance slowly Artillery, Zis-3 76mm and 120mm mortars, fearing an anti-battery bombrdement, move north across the fields.

USA: -2 crewman

The U.S. bombard briefly with 60mm mortar the road east of the buildings; no soviet casualties. The advance of the infantry is slowed down. A M24 Chaffee appears in front of Nikonov. He shoot but miss his target. A M4A3E8, heading south is also saw. Again, Nikonov fired without reaching its target. Another M4A3E8 but this time in front of Morozov who destroyed it immediately. Another M4A3E8 appears but this time north of the buildings. Kalinichenko draws followed by Babkin. Both miss. However, the fear encourage the enemy to use his smoke and the exchange of fire is stopped. Unfortunately, the reconnaissance unit of Serzh Popov is nearby and is targeted. He lost a man before retreating.

CCCP : -1 soldat
USA : -1 M4A3E8

Turn 8:

Nikonov target and shoots 2 times the M4A3E8 and every time without destroying it. The enemy tank fire too. Nikonov withdrew under cover of trees between the buildings. The M24 Chaffee was ineffective after the firing of the 12.7mm of the White scout car of Serzh Lazov, just behind Nikonov, who was ambushed. Morozov and Babkin remain immobile while Kalinichenko moving slowly in an attempt to circle the M4A3E8 behind the cloud of smoke. The infantry took place in buildings and artillery are being restructured.

The M24 Chaffee targets the reconnaissance unit of Ml. Serzh. Galeev losing a man. The U.S. bombed again mortar 81mm but do victim.

CCCP: -1 soldier

Here the situation at the begining of turn 9:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WinSPMBTT9.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

The battle continues!

Turn 10:

2 U.S. 81mm mortars are found northwest of the intersection. A countur battery fire is planned (3 82mm mortars)in 2 turns. The Serzh Ostovskiy, trying to attract the attention of the immobilized M4A3E8 and M24 Chaffee fire use his 12.7mm against them. The M24 Chaffee and M4A3E8 response without reaching their target. Their focus on Ostovskiy, Morozov can approach the M24 Chaffee and destroy it with 1 shot. After, Nikonov can engage the M4A3E8 without fear of side attack. The tank was hit on the second attempt and his crew out. Ostovskiy attempts to destroy them without success. By redeploying between buildings, Babkin falls into an ambush; a rifle section fire at him. He fire and kill 2 soldiers before the unit drawback under cover of a wood. Kalinichenko, who reached the top of the hill is consolidating its position as the soviet infantry continued to move foward.

USA: -2 soldiers, -1 M24 Chaffee, -1 M4A3E8

The American infantry, consisting of three rifle sections, are pursuing the advance. However, it suffered the fire of T-34/85 and the White scout car of Ml. Serzh. Igoshin. Two more M4A3E8 appear northwest of the road. Kalinichenko fire and draws. The USA continued their bombardment of 81mm mortar without damage.

USA: -2 soldiers

Turn 12:

Kalinichenko, immobilised, attempting to destroy a M4A3E8 without success. During the second exchange of fire, the ennemy touched him and the crew bailed out. Under pressure, the T-34/85s, position themselves defensively. The battlefield is obscured by smoke ... Some exchanges of fire eliminate an American soldier.

USA: -1 soldier

The offensive of the U.S. infantry is broken. However, the M4A3E8 are approching to buildings from the north. Morozov shoots and misses. A second tank appears. This time, the tank is destroyed by Morozov . The USA continued their bombardment of 60mm mortar while the soviet counter battery fire begins and do a victim on USA side.

USA: -1 soldier, -1 M4A3E8

Turn 13:

3 more M4A3E8 are now present near the buildings on the north and are facing Morozov and Nikonov. A shootout begins. Nikonov destroyed a tank before his tank is destroyed by the enemy. Morozov took advantage of the concentration of enemy fire to destroy the two remaining M4A3E8. During the firefight, some crewman are killed.

CCCP: -1 T-34/85
USA: -1 soldiers, - 2 M4A3E8

New infantry units appear in the south of the buildings. Some try to take a position in them; 11 U.S. soldiers die. The 81mm mortar bombs again no casualties Soviet.

USA: -11 soldiers

Turn 14:

The remaining M4A3E8 (south) now threatens the Soviet infantry. Morozov moves south-east to the ambush while Bakin is rather north-east to cover that flank. The soviet infantry, is waiting...

U.S. infantry units are now 10 and put a lot of pressure on the Soviet Union. The unity of the Ml. Serzh. lost two men in the crossfire. The U.S. bombs still 81mm mortar without damage. The soviet counter battery fire do another victim.

CCCP: -2 soldiers
USA: -1 soldier

Here the situation now:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WinSPMBTT15.jpg

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi, I'm back after a ''short'' break... :)

Turn 15:

The Soviet infantry, supressed by American bombing, waiting patiently prominent enemy assault. Babkin and Morozov are ready and Ostovskiy, in his White scout car, go to the east in the hills.

The American infantry, in large number and determined, try to expel the Soviet infantry of the buildings. The attempt fails and ends with the loss of several U.S. soldiers and few Soviet casualties. The 60 mm mortar U.S. still firing while the soviet guns respond killing 2 enemy gunners.

CCCP : -3 soldiers
USA : -8 soldiers

Turn 16:

The Soviet infantry resisted the U.S. offensive but now, the ennemies are very close. The Ml. Serzh Voroshilov trying to free themselves from the adverse pressure but, by eliminating an soldiers, he lose two men in the crossfire. The Ml. Serzh Trofimov was lucky and managed to eliminate two American soldiers with no victim. The Kapitaine Lermontov eliminates a U.S. soldier. Finally, Morozov courageously destroyed M4A3E8 and three American soldiers.

CCCP : -3 soldiers
USA : -7 soldiers, - M4A3E8

The U.S. offensive is temporarily stopped. However, the bombing of the U.S. 60mm mortar continues without casualties.

Turn 17:

The soviet task force try to consolidate his defensive position while eliminating potential enemies it faces. Thus, Morozov eliminates two additional U.S. troops. However, the ongoing American bombing prompted the St. Leit Puhov to leave his position and he lose three men.

CCCP : -3 soldiers
USA : -2 soldiers

Again, the U.S. does not advance. However, they get a relative success with their bombing of 81mm mortars. The Ml. Serzh lost two mens and Voroshilov 1.

CCCP : -3 soldiers

For now thats all!
That game is very good! :)

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

I must inform you that due to formatting my computer, I unfortunately lost my campaign. :(

I will certainly begin a new one and I will apply what I learned from my battles against other players. :)

I will also change the format of my combat reports...

Thank,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

I restarted my long campaign (1948-1991/200 battles) as commander of Soviet forces against NATO (USA/UK/France).

Here is my new and better (I think) TO&E (1948/06):

HQ :
HQ - 1X GAZ JEEP,
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66;

RECCE platoon :
5X Scout team - 5X White scout car;

Engineer platoon:
1X PT-34,
1X T-34 BTU,
1X Engineer - 1X GAZ-66;

Motorized infantry company:
10X Riffle section - 3X RPG-6 team - 10X GAZ-66,
3X 7.62 SMG MMG - 1X GAZ-66;

Tank platoon:
4X T-34/85;

Support platoon:
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 76mm Anti-tank gun - 3X GAZ-66;

Mortar platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ JEEP,
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 120mm Mortar - 3X GAZ-66;

Artillery platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ OP JEEP,
3X 76mm gun - 3X GAZ-66;

Ammo section:
2X Ammo container - 2X GAZ-66;

Anti-Air platoon:
5X ZSU M-16;

Regimental artillery platoon:
3X OFF-MAP 152mm D-1 FG.

The battlefield (100x50) will be again automatically generated by the game.

However, I'll change the location of objectives for more realism.

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Location: Bad Homburg;
Date: 1948/06;
Enemy: USA;
Mission: Meeting;
Visibility: 10;
Turns: 90;

Map of battlefield:
http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPC06-1948.jpg

Soviet task force:
http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPD06-1948.jpg

The terrain is difficult.

There is only one east-west axis.

Soviet forces will have no choice to use it. Bridges are our goal.

6X82mm mortars will create a smoke screen east of the 1st bridge.

3X76mm FG + 3X120mm mortars will bombard the hill next to the 1st bridge.

2/3 of the RECCE platoon will open the way followed by T-34/85s and 2 MOT INF platoons and 3 AA units.

FOs will take positions on hills in the north and south.

Here we go!

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

FIRST CONTACT! Turn 6.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT606-1948.jpg

The Americans crossed the second bridge.

2 M-46 appear on the road. The PT-34 shoot but miss. An M-46 create a smoke screen.

The PT-34 go back and other T-34 take defensive position.

M-46 is superior to the T-34/85, I'm little bit nervous...

Our 82mm mortars started firing around the bridge.

Our 76mm FG and 120mm mortars still firing.

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 6-7:

Many american tanks (M46 and M24) appear in front of our T-34/85; they are easily destroyed...

Some american 81mm motars start firing the rear of our columm.

We spot the smoke and put our 152mm D-1 on them.

Turn 8:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT806-1948.jpg

Surprise! More tanks (M4A3E8) from the south. Our FO must retreat.

Turn 8-14:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1406-1948.jpg

Few tanks (mostly M26) try to force the way again from west without success.

Soviet forces push foward: unfortunatly a dammaged M26 hit a T-34/85!

The tank of Ml. Serzh. Bezugliy explode... no survivor.

Our infantry reach our tanks and take defensive position; some american soldiers are coming.

American mortars fire less. Our CB work well.

Thank you!

-Luc-

[runequester]

Keep it up. Im 4 battles into a similar campaign, though I started in 46.

[Oche]

I like to read this too, good job.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Thank you Runequester and Oche! :)

Turn 15-20:

We find 2 more M26 during our advance.

Hopefully, because they are on harsh terrain, they cant fire and soon, they are destroyed.

Our 82mm mortar start firing US infantry along the river

Their 60mm mortar start firing too.

Soviet infantry take few casulties.

Soviet forces keep their position and reinforcement from the back (1 mot inf platoon) are arriving.

American lost a lot of men and equipent, I'm confident...

Soon the front will broke, I'm sure... :)

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2006-1948.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 21-35:

OH!? ... bad surprise... but they seem stuck...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2306-1948.jpg

The fight is hard, american soldiers show determination.

We lost 3 T-34/85:

Major Baturin; hopfully 3 crewman survived.

Ml. Serzh. Zaborniy, Leiten. Lisin and their crews, unfortunatly died.

AT weapons of US soldiers did a better work than tanks...

Finally, after a lot of american, and soviet casulties, we crossed the bridge.

Soviet are regrouping and preparing for the next operation step.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3506-1948.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 36-44:

US tanks are stuck and, we decide to let them their...

Few US soldiers still fighting along the road, but nothing serious.

US HQ is found on the road! The T-34/85 take care of them.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3606-1948.jpg

Soviet forces reach the second bridge.

Few US mortar can be targeted and that's what we do.

Unfortunatly, a lone Bazooka shoot and destroy a ZSU-16.

Soon, all flags are ours and we win the fight! :)

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPF06-1948.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSC06-1948.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

My analysis of the battle:

Despite their superior quality and quantity, Americans misused their potential. Their frontal assault was a complete failure.

Their tanks (M26 and M46) were better than ours and could have been a serious problem for us. We believe that a lack of synergy explains the failure.Their infantry were also better. Often, their results were higher than ours, and despite that ours positions (top of hill) was better. Thus, they were able to approach and destroyed many of our tanks.Our infantry also tends to run away often and stuck under mortar fire. Their artillery, even fewer than ours, has been well used.

Our biggest problem is the transport of infantry. The trucks cant follow the tanks. Our tanks are becoming vulnerable.

During the next battle, we need to use better both, even lossing a tank quality, the movement.

Overall, we will maintain our strategy seems to be effective. Bombing, recognize, concentrate forces, bombing and attack.

Is it the Blitzkrieg?

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Suhiir]

Is it the Blitzkrieg?

In essence Blitzkrieg involves poking a hole in your opponents front line then spreading out behind his front line and destroying support and supply units to make the rest of his units/positions vulnerable. The second (behind the opponents lines) part is the real "destruction" caused by the Blitzkrieg type attack.

Given that WinSPMBT deals primarily with front line type units rather then support types you're performing the "hole poking" part of a Blitzkrieg but not the "rampage behind the lines" part.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Location: Starsbourg?;
Date: 1948/08;
Enemy: France;
Mission: Assault;
Visibility: 20;
Turns: 90;

No big change in my TO&E:

HQ support infantry is now an SMG section,

In support I have:

1X RECCE plane
3X IL-10 with 100kg bombs.

Map of battlefield:
http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPC08-1948.jpg

Soviet task force:
http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPD08-1948.jpg

4 RECCE section will follow the dirt road.

PT-34 and T-34/85 follow them 250m behind and will be ready to begin the fight.

Infantries will stay 250m behind tanks in their trucks.

***

At the first crossroad, the force will turn to the south and after, to the west in direction of the hill.

T-34/85 BTU and a platoon of infantries will secure the crossroad.

The hill is our first objective; this is highest point and from there, we will dominate the situation...

Our mortars and guns will prepare the battlefield for tanks and infantries.

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

TURN 5: The RECCE plane see some troops...

We regroup and plan our attack.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT506-1948.jpg

RECCE troops open the way followed by tanks and infantries.

The fight begin!

French infantries are tought because:

A lot of mens (13) in each sections;
A lot of bazookas units and in infantries sections;
Their trenchs give them a good protection.

More infantries are there than expected; the plane didnt saw everything...

We push hard, move foward, but we loose many mens and waste a lot of munitions.

Mines are discovered... Their 81mm mortars start firing...

The fight is hard and we losed a first tank.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1506-1948.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Suhiir]

Dug in infantry can be very difficult to dislodge in WinSPMBT; nearly impossible to suppress and they seem to hit at least twice as often/hard as the attackers. I frequently find it necessary to resupply ammo after using everything a platoon (often two) has suppressing just one dug-in position enough I can get an infantry unit to it and assault ... seems to be the only reliable way to dislodge them. On rare occasions one will break and leave it's position or be destroyed by fire prior to an assault but it's not something to count on.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Youre right Suhiir...

Turn 5-37:

The Soviet forces put lot of pressure on the French.

The fight is difficult but we can advance a little bit each turn.

French mortars are deadly; an infantry section reinforcement and a AA unit are destroyed.

We spot smoke and call for air support: the sky is clear!? Few turn later, Il-10s drop 2 100kg bombs on each mortar.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2208-1948.jpg

On the ground, things are difficult: we loose another tank and many mens.

Soviet engineer open a way in mines field under heavy fire from the enemy on their flank.

Troops are exhausted and artillery will soon run out of ammunitions.

Carefully, we reach the small town who was almost empty; we take positions and will wait for reinforcement...

Unfortunately, the tank of Major Baturin run in mines and being imobilized.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3708-1948.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 38-END

Small town secured and soviet reinforcement arrived: we can move to our next objective: crossroad to the west.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT4708-1948.jpg

After we sized the crossroad, french start attacking!

They put a lot of presure everywhere we are, espacially on the small town we captured.

We lost 2 infantry sections, 2 White scout cars, 2 MGs and a GAZ-69 during that very hard fight.

Major Baturin, 1 infantry section, the FO team and the crew of ammo crate resist; they are warheroes...

At the crossroad, this is the same thing... but the fresh troops, with tank support, still in position.

After that, everything become quiet and we sized every objectives points...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPF08-1948.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSC08-1948.jpg

That one was hard...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Wdll]

Well done. Interesting.

When I have to go through such defenses I usually place smoke in two parallel lines crossing the defenses and bomb (arti) the **** out of the units in that "corridor". With a couple of turns of heavy bombing and a couple of fast but good against infantry, vehicles/apcs, I approach the "corridor" and try to make the enemy troops use any will to fight. Then I bring in the heavy equipment and just break through with ease. Just make sure when you approach your units to shift the artillery to up and down of the "corridor" so that it suppresses any enemy units thinking of moving towards it, but not close enough to be a risk to your own units crossing it. If you have any infantry available (scouts or engineers) with those first vehicles you approach, they can help to hold the now empty trenches even after your tanks have crossed. But that's just me.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Thank you Wdll, I'll try that next time!

My analysis of the battle:

My biggest surprise was the resistance offered by the French infantry. The large number of soldiers and anti-tank weapons was beyond expectations. Removing these troops from their trenches was more difficult tahn expected and required a lot of effort and ammunition...

The absence of anti-aircraft weapons was also a surprise. This allowed me to use the airspace without danger. Destruction by IL-10 of the enemy artillery was very helpful. The spotter plane helped a lot too.

After two battles, I realize that the opponent neglect some elements for a large number of troops... strange ...

Still, the battle has been hard.

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Location: Stadthagen;
Date: 1948/11;
Enemy: Great Britain;
Mission: Meeting;
Visibility: 15;
Turns: 90;

No big change in my TO&E:

After some reading on this site, I chose an SMG section for every infantry platoon... :)

Unfortunately, no air support available. :(

Map of battlefield:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPC11-1948.jpg

Soviet forces:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPD11-1948.jpg

Main forces will follow the east-west road to te first village.

A second group, smaller, will capture and defend the village in the south.

The departure city will be strengthened and artillery will stay there.

Our objectif: Capture the first village and the central hills.

After that, we will see...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

FIRST CONTACT! Turn 5:

UK scout cars (Lynx) are discovered in the first town.

Our T-34/85 destroy them quickly... and wait for infantry support.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT506-1948-1.jpg

Turn 6-9:

Our tanks and infantry move foward.

Few gunned scout cars (Staghound) are destoyed and ennemy infantry are discovered.

Soviet soldiers take defensive position along the road.

The 76mm and 82mm shells begin to fall on the enemy.

BAD SURPRISE! A Centurion MK2!

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT906-1948.jpg

Our best tankcrew ( Major Baturin) move to the south, taking advantage of the topography, to ambush the tank.

The enemy tank is far superior than ours but... from the side, we still have a chance.

I'm a little bit nervous...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 10-15:

The ambush works well, it allows the destruction of two Centurions MK2.

However, many others appear on the front line at close range; we are quickly overwhelmed.

***

Soviet second group sized the small village in the south of the map.

UK 3 inchs motars start firing and we put our 152mm D-1 on them.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1208-1948.jpg

UK tanks are superior: their frontal armor resist to the regular AP round of ours T-34/85s.

With only 6 special round in our tanks, the situation become quickly critical...

We have to retreat in the city and ambush these tanks with RPGs!

Unfortunately, things will be different.

During an harsh fight, we lose successively our PT-34 and 2 T-34/85s.

Some Crowells appears on the hill! Hopefully, one of our last 2 tanks take care of them.

Major Baturin try to destroy some Centurion but its dificult...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1508-1948.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 16-28:

After fierce fighting, UK tanks are burning and infantry is routed.

Our infantry, espacially our engineers with flamethrower and satchels, were very brave and efficient.

Unfortunately, we lost 2 SMG sections and the hero of the Soviet Union, Major Baturin.

After that, we can regroup move forward.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2311-1948.jpg

Some units are met and destroyed easily.

SURPRISE! UK HQ on the road again! It's not the first time...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2811-1948.jpg

We toke care of them...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 29-END

In our progress towards the 3 village, a Churchill tank threat Soviet forces that have almost no AT munitions.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3011-1948.jpg

Fortunately, the infantry succeeded in eliminating the tank.

Another Churchill appear to our southern flank but falls into an ambush prepared by ours engineers.

This is a bad surprise for the soviets who are exhausted.

****

Meanwhile, a few infantry units attacked the village to the southeast. They are easily destroyed.

The decision to bring the T-34/85 BTU as reinforcements on the main front is taken.

It will be a good decision...

***

THE CENTRAL HILL IS UNDER ATTACK!!!

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3111-1948.jpg

The situation is critical... 2 Centurion MKII.

A White scout car is lost and soviet forces retreat.

This is a big threat, we have to reorganise ourself fast!

We plot an ambush with what we have...

***

After fierce fighting, and some losses, the enemy is destroyed and the victory is ours.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPF11-1948.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSC11-1948.jpg

That was a good fight!

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

ANALYSIS:

UK forces were better organized than others.

They had:
- RECCE elements;
- Good and mordern armored force (Centurion MK2);
- Infantry support;
- Artillery support (3 inches mortars, 40mm AA guns);

Their strategy was not bad et well executed.

The combination tank-infantry-mortars caused most of my losses early in the game.

Their reserve forces (Churchills) was an unpleasant surprise ...

Their Centurion are better than our T-34/85. They are practically invulnerable from the front while our tanks cant resist to their main gun. This is a real problem... I want to change them, but by what... IS-3? I have important choices to do for the next battle.

Their infantry was not bad but inferior to our. 1 SMG section per platoon was a good idea. Unfortunatly they all died. We can say that our infantry saved us by destroying many tanks with RPG-6 AT genades, satchel charges and flamethrower. The addition of the RPG-2 in 1949 will be much appreciated. Our enginneers were very brave and effective. The problem of coordination between tanks and infantry remains. I think I should carry some units on the tanks to be have them on the front at the right time. Is it a good idea? Until we get BTRs, I see no better choice.

Our Regimental 152mm D-1 worked very well; they eliminated 2 of 3 mortars in CB fire. I realised that our 76mm Zis-3 FG are not enought powerfull. I'll probably change them for the 122mm M-30. Untill now, I am satisfied with my mortars.

I think adding a reserve platoon to liberate my regular forces...

Despite my modest losses, the battle was difficult.

Thank you,

-Luc

[Suhiir]

Their infantry was not bad but inferior to our. 1 SMG section per platoon was a good idea. Unfortunatly they all died. We can say that our infantry saved us by destroying many tanks with RPG-6 AT genades, satchel charges and flamethrower. The addition of the RPG-2 in 1949 will be much appreciated. Our enginneers were very brave and effective. The problem of coordination between tanks and infantry remains. I think I should carry some units on the tanks to be have them on the front at the right time. Is it a good idea? Until we get BTRs, I see no better choice.

Infantry riding tanks works fine till the tanks receive fire, then the infantry gets hit hard as they have no cover at all. Don't place infantry on the lead tank, when it's fired on the rest know it is time to unload their infantry.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Infantry riding tanks works fine till the tanks receive fire, then the infantry gets hit hard as they have no cover at all. Don't place infantry on the lead tank, when it's fired on the rest know it is time to unload their infantry.

And... on which tank do you think they should ride? ;)

T-44 was a transition tank built in very small number.

T-54-1 was full of technical problems and was never fielded.

IS-3 is the last option but I dont really like heavy tanks for many reasons...

Maybe they have a good protection, but they are slow and dont have a lot of ammos.

I'll do some experiments tonigt.

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Aeraaa]

I played only 1 game with a Soviet force in 1946 and my views on heavy tanks is exactly the opposite. Soviet heavies are BEASTS, they can survive close range hits from 90mm guns! If you ever play an assault scenario, I'd recommend them...

[gila]

Their infantry was not bad but inferior to our. 1 SMG section per platoon was a good idea. Unfortunatly they all died. We can say that our infantry saved us by destroying many tanks with RPG-6 AT genades, satchel charges and flamethrower. The addition of the RPG-2 in 1949 will be much appreciated. Our enginneers were very brave and effective. The problem of coordination between tanks and infantry remains. I think I should carry some units on the tanks to be have them on the front at the right time. Is it a good idea? Until we get BTRs, I see no better choice.

Infantry riding tanks works fine till the tanks receive fire, then the infantry gets hit hard as they have no cover at all. Don't place infantry on the lead tank, when it's fired on the rest know it is time to unload their infantry.

Little wonder,on why desant infrantry was deemed not a good idea anymore when the guns got to 90-120mm.:)

[gila]

Seriously,

I would suggest never using tank riders at all,except the first .
turn or two,maybe.

Very vunerable to small arms fire.

The AI "will" target them and in pbem also they make a juicy target.

Thats why there is APC's,albiet, they are choice targets also;)

[Suhiir]

Really just a matter of getting off before you get fired on.
IFVs/APCs/trucks all have their uses, as do tank-riders. It's merely a matter of weighing the advantages vs the disadvantages of each.

[gila]

I find it is almost always true,the time to dis-embark,was the last turn:p

[Suhiir]

I find it is almost always true,the time to dis-embark,was the last turn:p

Truer words have seldom been spoken.

[gila]

I think I should carry some units on the tanks to be have them on the front at the right time. Is it a good idea? Until we get BTRs, I see no better choice.



Why not just walk your infrantry units,that way get the nasties (AT units) before they do in your AFV's?
It's the best way unless you are in a rush,in this game you should never hurry:)

[-Luc-]

Hi,

I always believed that tanks were made for breaking the front.

They, as weapon system, have to be well protected, armed and fast... and, as objective, the domination of the battlefield.

They have to work with infantry, not to be protected by them!? If this is the case, SU-76/122/152 have been better choices.

I'm not a WW1 fan... ;)

***

Speed ​​is a key factor in the success of a military operation.

That's why it is essential that all weapon systems are at the right time at right place.

If one of them does not follow, the rhythm is broken.

The first to reach/occupy objectives is favored.

***

I did some tests yesterday and I think I'm gonna remplace my T-34/85s by IS-3s.

The protection is good and, with their AT ammos, they can destroy any NATO tanks.

I have to plan a good logistic to reammo them...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Suhiir]

Hi,

I always believed that tanks were made for breaking the front.

They, as weapon system, have to be well protected, armed and fast... and, as objective, the domination of the battlefield.

They have to work with infantry, not to be protected by them!? If this is the case, SU-76/122/152 have been better choices.

I'm not a WW1 fan... ;)

***

Speed ​​is a key factor in the success of a military operation.

That's why it is essential that all weapon systems are at the right time at right place.

If one of them does not follow, the rhythm is broken.

The first to reach/occupy objectives is favored.

***

I did some tests yesterday and I think I'm gonna remplace my T-34/85s by IS-3s.

The protection is good and, with their AT ammos, they can destroy any NATO tanks.

I have to plan a good logistic to reammo them...

Thank you,

-Luc-

Come the 70's when ATGMs start to show up on the battlefield I think you'll find out that while speed and tanks have their uses the classic armored steamroller becomes more suicidal then successful. But since you're in the 40's enjoy it while you can.

[Aeraaa]

Although in the 80ies tanks become quite resistant to most ATGM again (with the exception of TOWs...)

[Roman]

Hi,

I restarted my long campaign (1948-1991/200 battles) as commander of Soviet forces against NATO (USA/UK/France).

Here is my new and better (I think) TO&E (1948/06):

HQ :
HQ - 1X GAZ JEEP,
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66;

RECCE platoon :
5X Scout team - 5X White scout car;

Engineer platoon:
1X PT-34,
1X T-34 BTU,
1X Engineer - 1X GAZ-66;

Motorized infantry company:
10X Riffle section - 3X RPG-6 team - 10X GAZ-66,
3X 7.62 SMG MMG - 1X GAZ-66;

Tank platoon:
4X T-34/85;

Support platoon:
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 76mm Anti-tank gun - 3X GAZ-66;

Mortar platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ JEEP,
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 120mm Mortar - 3X GAZ-66;

Artillery platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ OP JEEP,
3X 76mm gun - 3X GAZ-66;

Ammo section:
2X Ammo container - 2X GAZ-66;

Anti-Air platoon:
5X ZSU M-16;

Regimental artillery platoon:
3X OFF-MAP 152mm D-1 FG.

The battlefield (100x50) will be again automatically generated by the game.

However, I'll change the location of objectives for more realism.

Thank you,

-Luc-

I'm trying to create or the same campaign you but I have a question.
Did you create this force of an oob own? Why not find the rifle sections that support the mortar platoon. Nor is a section of engineers. I have only to choose options platoons as smaller units. Do you understand?
Regards

[-Luc-]

Hi,

I'm trying to create or the same campaign you but I have a question.
Did you create this force of an oob own? Why not find the rifle sections that support the mortar platoon. Nor is a section of engineers. I have only to choose options platoons as smaller units. Do you understand?
Regards

This is a modified TO&E I have created from real data...

It represents, in my opinion, a fraction of a soviet battalion in 1948.

The riffle section you see (Mortar/Artillery platoon) represent their HQ and... defence.

With these forces, the battle lasts about 50 turns of 90; can you imagine with more!

The organizational structure will change a little bitin 1954...

***

So... here is my new TO&E (1949/01):

HQ :
HQ - 1X GAZ JEEP,
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66;

RECCE platoon :
5X Scout team (RPG-2) - 5X White scout car;

Engineer platoon:
1X PT-34,
1X T-34 BTU,
1X Engineer - 1X GAZ-66;

Motorized infantry company:
4X SMG section - 6X Riffle section (4X RPG-2/2X Sniper) - 3X RPG-2 team - 10X GAZ-66,
3X 7.62 SMG MMG - 1X GAZ-66;

Tank platoon:
4X IS-3;

Support platoon:
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 85mm D-44 AT gun - 3X GAZ-66;

Mortar platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ JEEP,
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 120mm Mortar - 3X GAZ-66;

Artillery platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ OP JEEP,
3X 122mm M-30 FH - 3X GAZ-66;

Ammo section:
2X Ammo container - 2X GAZ-66;

Anti-Air platoon:
5X ZSU M-16;

Regimental artillery platoon:
3X OFF-MAP 152mm D-1 FG

I'm setting next battle!

Thank you!

-Luc-

[Roman]

Ok. thanks for responding. I will investigate to change the TO&E. Regards

[Roman]

Hi,

I'm trying to create or the same campaign you but I have a question.
Did you create this force of an oob own? Why not find the rifle sections that support the mortar platoon. Nor is a section of engineers. I have only to choose options platoons as smaller units. Do you understand?
Regards

This is a modified TO&E I have created from real data...

It represents, in my opinion, a fraction of a soviet battalion in 1948.

The riffle section you see (Mortar/Artillery platoon) represent their HQ and... defence.

With these forces, the battle lasts about 50 turns of 90; can you imagine with more!

The organizational structure will change a little bitin 1954...

***

So... here is my new TO&E (1949/01):

HQ :
HQ - 1X GAZ JEEP,
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66;

RECCE platoon :
5X Scout team (RPG-2) - 5X White scout car;

Engineer platoon:
1X PT-34,
1X T-34 BTU,
1X Engineer - 1X GAZ-66;

Motorized infantry company:
4X SMG section - 6X Riffle section (4X RPG-2/2X Sniper) - 3X RPG-2 team - 10X GAZ-66,
3X 7.62 SMG MMG - 1X GAZ-66;

Tank platoon:
4X IS-3;

Support platoon:
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 85mm D-44 AT gun - 3X GAZ-66;

Mortar platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ JEEP,
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 120mm Mortar - 3X GAZ-66;

Artillery platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ OP JEEP,
3X 122mm M-30 FH - 3X GAZ-66;

Ammo section:
2X Ammo container - 2X GAZ-66;

Anti-Air platoon:
5X ZSU M-16;

Regimental artillery platoon:
3X OFF-MAP 152mm D-1 FG

I'm setting next battle!

Thank you!

-Luc-

Could you send me the file that changed oob? Is to study and made ​​the change. Thanks and regards

[Paderborn]

I'm enjoying your campaign though I'm surprised with the easy destruction of the M-46 tanks by the T-34/85 tanks. I look forward to following the rest of the campaign. Thanks!

[Paderborn]

Hi Luc

I'm really enjoying your campaign and especially appreciate the inclusion of screenshots! :D Paderborn

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Thank you Paderborn! :)

NEXT BATTLE!

Location: Bad Homburg;
Date: 1949/01;
Enemy: USA;
Mission: Delay;
Visibility: 20;
Turns: 90;

I will test my new TO&E:

Unfortunately, again no air support available.

Map of battlefield:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPC01-1949.jpg

Soviet forces:
NORTH:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPD101-1949.jpg

SOUTH:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPD201-1949.jpg

A small RECCE force will try to go behind enemy line and find their artilleries...

A FO team will move to small houses in center of the map to see their movements.

Others will wait.

TURN 0-2:

US heavy artillery (155mm, 105mm) and mortars (81mm, 60mm) fire a lot on some hills.

TURN 3:

FIRST CONTACT:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT301-1949.jpg

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

TURN 4-8:

The small RECCE force follow the south dirt road.

US forces (Infantry and Half-track) are met and ambush.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT401-1949.jpg

The initial ambush is a big success: US H-T explode under our 12.7mm and many US soldiers died.

More US troop are coming and soviet RECCE forces have to fall back: Mayde this is the main US force...

We move 2 IS-3 to that part of the front.

US artillery start firing and we loose our first unit (White scoute car).

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT801-1949.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

TURN 9-15:

Definitely, the US main forces attempts to pass to the south:

The heavy artillery bombardment is intense and we lose few soldiers there,

After the half-tracks, light and heavy tanks appear; but were is their infantry?

Our IS-3s and 85mm D-44 AT gun are ready. They destroy many units.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1201-1949.jpg

But they are so many than we cant stop them..

US artillery bombard all the time both hills (Central and south) and some units reach the central hill.

Soviet forces fight very hard...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1501-1949.jpg

Our IS-3 already have no more AT rounds; we have to move our engineers T-34/85 and ammo cannisters!

Thank you!

-Luc-

[Suhiir]

Tanks with large caliber guns frequently have a limited ammo problem.
If you have the extended (i.e. CD) version of WinSPMBT you can use the "Filter" (hotkey 'Y') to set "Steel Armor Front MIN" to say 6 so your IS-3s will not fire on half-tracks thus save their AP ammo for tanks.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Nice advice Suhiir. Thank you!

TURN 15-

US forces try to open a new front in the north along the paved road.

Hopefully, we were ready and without a good US artillery preparation, our veteran destroy almost everythings.

However, during that fight, we loose few soldiers, 1 85mm D-44 and our T-34/85 BTU.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2101-1949.jpg

Ammo canisters can't reammo (MGs only) our IS-3!? This is a bad surprise!

The front is now almost quiet. Soviet forces are planing a small counter-offensive.

Easily, we take flag. They lost all the ground they won...

That's it, that's all what the US army can do!?

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3201-1949.jpg

No... it's not finish, artillery start firing again...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Aeraaa]

What are these smaller flags in the map? Havent seen them before.

[Suhiir]

What are these smaller flags in the map? Havent seen them before.

Go to your "Preferences" screen and turn "ID Tags" on.
It has no effect on the spotting procedures used in the game; but it tends to easier for the player to see units on the map.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 32-END

Few US tanks (M4A3E8) appear on the paved road; I dont know what we'll do...

US heavy artillery dont give us a rest!

With fresh infantries section, soviets successfully destroy them one by one with individual AT weapons.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3701-1949.jpg

It was the last attempt.

After that, only few US infantries units try to take the nearest flag without success.

They move foward and after, they retreat. They are enable to regroup and fight.

Soviet forces won at turn 60.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPF01-1949.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSC01-1949.jpg

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Analysis of the battle:

Again, US army has charged ahead and uncoordinated.

No recognition or preparation of the battlefield, no coordination between tanks and infantry.

Despite the fact that they are much more numerous, they never took a lot of terrain and did not much dommage to soviet forces.

***

The snow-covered terrain is difficult: units are slowing down a lot and get stuck often.

***

I am satisfied with my IS-3, even if they not carry a lot of ammo. Usually, when they hit, they destroy.

Hopefully, my 85mm AT was in back-up. They took a lot of damages du to US bombardement.

RPG-2 was helpfull too in close combat. Unfortunatly, they only have few ammos.

***

After the game was finished, I saw a lot onf US infantries in wood.

With a better coordination between every units, US forces have won that battle.

***

After 2 battles, I can say US army is the worst ennemy I have meet...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Aeraaa]

Generally speaking, that's a very common AI blunder: it seldomly does proper tank-infantry cooperation.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Youre right Aeraaa, but it's worst with USA.

New battle:

Location: France;
Date: 1949/04;
Enemy: France;
Mission: Meeting;
Visibility: 25;
Turns: 90;

Unfortunatly, I forgot to take a screen at the begining...

So here the battle front at turn 5, the first contatct:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT504-1948.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT5B04-1948.jpg

My plan was:

In north: 1 INF platoon, 1 7.62mm MG, 1 85mm AT gun and 1 T-35/85 BTU defend the bridge.

In south: 3 RECCE section, 2 INF platoons, 2 7.62mm MG, 1 T-34/85 MP and 4 IS-3 will cross the bridge and split after.

The first group will follow the east-west dirt road to the hill, the other, to the north to size objectives points.

***

TURN 5:

First contact with RECCE elements (M8 Greyhound) of french forces in the south; we losse 1 RECCE section.

First contact with light tanks (M5A1 stuart) in the north; main french forces will go there?

French artillery start firing near the bridge and we losse a truck; soviets soldiers take cover.

Thats a good start for french army...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 6-16:

In south, everything is quiet now, forces are moving.

In north, french forces reccon in force with many M5A1; with only 1 AT gun and 1 tank, it will not be easy.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT704-1948.jpg

Our veterans, with the help of the T-34/85 BTU, destroy, not without victims, the small groups in fierce figth.

In south, first enemy tank is meet (What a strange tank that ARL 44!); Our T-34/85 back off and Our IS-3 move foward.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT904-1948.jpg

We must capture the hill. It will be done soon...

Unfortunatly, french infantry is showing up and soviet forces have to do a tactical reatreat.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1604-1948.jpg

Soviet artillery is concentrating is power against that humain wave. Soviet soldiers fight hard and few of them are lost in the village.

What a great game!

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 17-29

In the north, french open a second front with infantries and M16s.

French have, this time, a good AA umbrella (40mm guns and many M16s); my recce plane must stay at home...

Soviet decide, despite this threat, to sent their Il-10s against the french 81 mm mortars.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2604-1949.jpg

In the south, the situation become critical:

Nothing stop the frenchs, and soviet forces loose many mens. French take back the hill...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2904-1949.jpg

Hopefully, our Il-10 drop their bombs and destroy almost every mortars. Our big 152mm guns cant now fire non-stop.

Soviet decide to do a raid behind enemy lines; the T-34 BTU will move and destroy the M-16s on the hill.

That game is the best I ever played against the computer!

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 30-FINISH

The raid is a real success! No more M16...

French are confused; small groups fight everywhere.

Soon, they begin to loose ground and soviets move foward.

In the south, new ARL44s are met!? Is it their reserves?

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT4804-1949.jpg

In the north, the fight was hard. Soviets are exhausted but the hill is taked back.

Few turns later, every french units are retreating, every mortar or AA guns are down... We won!

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPF04-1949.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSC04-1949.jpg

Wow, what a bad men ratio, for the french... I feel bad.

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

New battle:

Location: Lueneburger Heide;
Date: 1949/07;
Enemy: Great Britain;
Mission: Assault;
Visibility: 20;
Turns: 90;

Air support:

1X RECCE Plane
3X Il-10

Here's the map:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPC07-1949.jpg

Here's the soviet forces:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSI07-1949.jpg

Soviets forces will follow the paved road to the west and turn to the south between the two rivers.

Woods are very dangerous and the central hill will give an advantage to the oposite forces.

We will prepare the terrain with our artillery and use the aviation to recon the terrain.

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 1-5:

Soviet forces sent a RECCE plane:

In the SW, 2 Comet tanks were discovered; probably the reserve.

UK have few 40mm AA guns but we were unable to locate them...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT107-1949.jpg

After few minutes, RECCE units started to move in the woods, followed by tanks and infantries.

The RECCE plane, who find a secure path, discovered few UK units.

The fight is eminent!

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT507-1949.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 6-20:

The fight started!

UK fired 3 inches mortars on soviet forces: few soldiers get hit.

Some infantry units are encountered but quickly eliminated by soviet forces.

Soon, engineers discovered few mines placed by the UK.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1007-1949.jpg

Fighting in the wood is hard.

However, through judicious use of mortars, losses are limited to ten men; mostly RECCE units...

Unfortunatly, a IS-3 is immobilised during the fight.

UK mortars (smoke) are located. Soviet 122mm, 152mm and Il-10 are ordered.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2007-1949.jpg

SURPRISE! 6 pdn AT guns fired at our tanks: T-34/85BTU and a IS-3 are dommaged.

Soviets halt their advance, order air support and bring some reinforcements to keep the ground.

Several UK units are in the center of the map and we dont want to be surrounded by them.

The RECCE plane, after several uses, is hit...

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 21-35:

After a important shelling, Soviet reinforcements, with a IS-3, start to attack UK forces in the center of the map.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2407-1949.jpg

At the beginning everything is easy but, UK forces defend themselves well; many soviet soldiers fall...

After several difficult confrontations, UK forces are defeated and Soviet forces turned west towards the mountain.

UK forces (tanks, infantries) started moving...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3007-1949.jpg

Almost every soviets forces are massing near the bridges.

Few UK infantries, AA guns and tanks are there; soviet forces take defensive positions.

After heavy mortar shelling of the village and the help of Il-10s, soviet forces start moving.

The village is soon sized.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3507-1949.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 36-END:

During subsequent rounds, some units are met and defeated quickly.

It is done, the game is won.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPF07-1949.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSC07-1949.jpg

It was a good game but not so much dificult.

Uk forces were highly concentrated and well distributed in the woods near the main hill. However, the preparatory bombardment had weakened their resolve. Moreover, they terribly lack of effective anti-tank weapons; our IS-3 can do their work without concerns. Their anti-air coverage was light but good. The two 40mm cannons near the bridges have reduced the use of aviation and even destroyed my reconnaissance aircraft. It was more difficult to discover their artillery and destroy it with the excellent Il-10s. Unfortunately, they used their reserves very badly (Comet tanks) that could do damage rather than explode one after another stupidly.

Soviet really need a APC. The BTR-152 and BTR-40 will be very welcome in 1950. Trucks dont do the job. A SPA could be nice too... but I know I have to wait longer for that! About munition canisters, I have to change that fast, they only reammo the mortars now.

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Next battle:

Location: Fulda Gap;
Date: 1949/09;
Enemy: USA;
Mission: Meeting engagement;
Visibility: 25;
Turns: 90;

Air support:

1X RECCE Plane
3X Il-10

Here's the map:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPC09-1949.jpg

Soviet forces:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSI09-1949.jpg

The plan is simple:
1- Follow the paved road to conquer the biggest hill.

If the enemy is on the other hill:
2- Sent half soviet forces to destroy them

If not:
2- Move to the south-west and capture the small village.

Everything with the help of artillery and aviation as usual...

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 1-14:

First contact turn 3!

Few USA RECCE units appeared.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT309-1949.jpg

Soviet RECCE plane didnt find anything usefull until now but activate everytime an heavy AA system.

Our 82mm mortars will start fire soon at the small village.

First USA combat units turn 10!

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1009-1949.jpg

Many M4A3E8 appeared on the top of the hill. The IS-3 easily destroy them without major casulties; only 1 tank is imobilised.

Soviet artillery non stop firing enemy forces.

Il-10s are called against USA mortars.

Unfortunatly, things begin to be more dificult; 2 tanks (IS-3 and PT-34/85) are lost.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1409-1949.jpg

Soviet soldiers take defensive positions to stop USA forces.

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 15-35:

Several US tanks were destroyed but the infantry still coming.

Quickly, Soviet tanks have more ammunition and must reach an ammunition truck few hundred meters behind.

Soviet soldiers courageously keep the front.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2009-1949.jpg

No enemy appeared to be present in south.

The Soviet reserve platoon, supported by a section of recconnaissance, heads to the central hill.

Hill has quickly conquered.

US reserves (1 M46 Patton tank platoon) is discovered.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2509-1949.jpg

Hopefully, our tanks are ready.

Despite the AA shield, our Il-10s, not without few damages, have neutralized the US artillery.

That battle will end soon I think...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3509-1949.jpg

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 36 - end:

After the destruction of the US tank platoon, everything is almost finish.

Few enemy units are encountered and easily defeated.

The battle is won in 40 turns!

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPF09-1949.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSC09-1949.jpg

The battle was like the others against the US. No good strategies, no coordination.

However, soviet forces have lost few tanks; our first IS-3 by a bazooka. US tanks, even the most modern (M46) are harmlees against a frontal assault of our IS-3s. US personal AT weapons did more casaulties everytime.

US reserve forces (M46) were not well used, as everything. These 4 tanks could have make a big difference.

This time, the AA cover was good; our Il-10s had some dificulties to do their job.

Thank you!

-Luc-

[KAreil]

Hi!

Great AAR, everytime a good read!


One question:
Do you increase the number of turns before all your battles?

90 turns seems a lot for the size of the battles.

[Aeraaa]

NATO armies are so horribly outgunned in this time period its not even funny.

[Brummbar]

Good stuff -Luc-. Keep up the good work. :up:

[gila]

You mention having air strikes for the soviets,never hear of any air for the allies though,surely they would have something also:confused:

[-Luc-]

Hi,

@Kareil:
Thank you. Yes, I change the map and the number of turns. 90 turns allow many turns arounds.

@Aeraaa:
Your right. But French and British are a little bit better. They are a little bit less suicidal.

@Brummbar:
Thank you.

@Gila:
I agree with you. Never seen something from NATO in the sky. Strange because they can; they, like soviets, have air sorties.

I received my CD version! Yoohoo! I will patch it and will be ready for the next one! :)

Thank you!

-Luc-

[KAreil]

The CD-version is great - the bigger resolution alone is worth the money! :)



Maybe you should think about not changing the number of turns to get little bit more challenge. ;)

I find it a lot more interesting and challenging if I have to use the suggested number of turns. Then there is more pressure for a swift advance and more chance for the AI to ambush... :D

[-Luc-]

Hi,

I installed the CD version and patched it...

I see some changes in my TO&E: :shock:

HQ :
HQ - 1X GAZ JEEP,
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66;

RECCE platoon :
5X Scout team (RPG-2) - 5X White scout car;

Engineer platoon:
1X PT-34,
1X T-34 BTU,
1X Engineer - 1X GAZ-66;

Motorized infantry company:
4X SMG section - 6X Riffle section (NO MORE RPG-2 - NOW AT GRENADES/2X Sniper) - 3X RPG-2 team - 10X GAZ-66,
3X 7.62 SMG MMG - 1X GAZ-66;

Tank platoon:
4X IS-3 (NO MORE HEAT ROUNDS BUT STATS STILL THERE);

Support platoon:
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 85mm D-44 AT gun - 3X GAZ-66;

Mortar platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ JEEP,
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 120mm Mortar - 3X GAZ-66;

Artillery platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ OP JEEP,
3X 122mm M-30 FH - 3X GAZ-66;

Ammo section:
2X Ammo container - 2X Ammo truck;

Anti-Air platoon:
5X ZSU M-17 (OLD ZSU M-16);

Regimental artillery platoon:
3X OFF-MAP 152mm D-1 FG

Next battle:

Location: Fulda Gap;
Date: 1949/12;
Enemy: USA;
Mission: Advance;
Visibility: 15;
Turns: 90;

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPC12-1949.jpg

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

The battle started!

Soviet forces are following both east-weast roads.

In the south, a small group (RECCE elements, INF platoon, tanks and AA units) is on the move to securize the nearest town and block the bridge to the ennemy.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1112-1949N.jpg

In the north, the biggest group (RECCE elements, 2 INF platoons, 1 tank platoon and AA units) is moving slowly accross the woods. The snow slowing down a lot that group...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1112-1949S.jpg

After 11 turns, both groups are in place and the NORTH group is preparing to move foward and cross the bridge to get the hill. We are expecting resistance there...

Thank you,

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

After a 82mm/120mm mortars preparation, the SOUTH group start moving slowly.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1212-1949.jpg

First US defense line (infantries and tanks) is discovered in front and on the hill; after an exchange of fire, the first US tank explose.

The visibility is poor and soviet soldiers move very slowly: max 2 hexes each turn. This is a big problem again. Tanks have too stop their advance.

Soviet group have to be carefull, US tanks are in good position on the small hill. 122mm howitzers are called to supress them quickly. Unfortunatly, no air support is availaible.

Many AT tank guns (3in M5) are discovered; hopefully, they are not enought powerfull to destroy our mighty IS-3s... but enought against infantry and light vehicles.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT1712-1949.jpg

These guns disapear very fast under the fire of soviet tanks and the group start moving again.

US bazooka team destroy one tanks on the bridge... Hopefully the crew bail out and others soviet units protect them very quickly: they are safe.

I dont know if it's the patch, but it's the first time US army is organized like that and have so many different weapon system.

Thank you!

-Luc-

[skyray]

Hi Luc: I just wanted to let you know that the map links on page 1 seem to be broken. I got 404 error codes when I tried to view them.

[-Luc-]

Hi,

@Skyray:

Your right, I deleted these images because I had to restart my campaign; dont worry, all others are availlable! :)

Everything is quiet in the north.

After a RECCE move, soviet NORTH group move to size the bridge and the village next to it. No US troops there...

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT2412-1949.jpg

In the south, it's a little bit more difficult. US soldiers are there and try to keep the hill. Soviet 122mm howitzers and tanks give them no chance.

More US M4A3E8 are discovered but are easily destroyed by IS-3 and infantries (without RPG-2s). During the fight, our PT-34 is hit by on of these tank and explose...

A small mortar is there too... but not for long.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPT3612-1949.jpg

Soviet SOUTH group is exhausted and tanks have no more ammo; it's the time for a little pause. Infantries take defensive positions and tanks reach the ammo truck.

I think it's almost finish...

Thank you!

-Luc-

[skyray]

Hi Luc: Because I'm new, I decided to watch a recent after action report and it seems like this is a game you are playing vs. the AI right now. It's really interesting to watch the way the battle progresses and you seem to be doing well. While I don't intend to kibitz or criticize anything you're doing, would it be ok if I asked you some questions about what's going on and how to do certain game operations as your battle goes on? I really want to learn how things work. Thanks.

[Mobhack]

Hi Luc: Because I'm new, I decided to watch a recent after action report and it seems like this is a game you are playing vs. the AI right now. It's really interesting to watch the way the battle progresses and you seem to be doing well. While I don't intend to kibitz or criticize anything you're doing, would it be ok if I asked you some questions about what's going on and how to do certain game operations as your battle goes on? I really want to learn how things work. Thanks.

An AAR thread is not really the place for learner's "how to" type questions, as it would completely fragment the thread which is supposed to be about how things have progressed. A single question and answer maybe, but otherwise the tread will drift into off-topic land.

You should start with the Game Guide section "Game Play Notes" and also play the tutorial scenario, while reading the Game Guide section "Playing WinXXX - tutorial". Then read through AAR reports on this sub-forum as well perhaps. There are also plenty of "how do I" type questions discussed in the main forum as well, just look through there and you may see something.

Also read the "I need tactical help" thread which is a sticky at the top of the main forum.

If not addressed - then a new thread on "how do I do X" in the main forum may be the best way to get others opinions/guidance etc., or simply add it as another post on the end of the "I need tactical help" thread as others have done.

Cheers
Andy

[-Luc-]

Hi,

@Skyray:

If I can help, why not... As Mobhack said, if you have a lot of question, maybe you could use private messages.

After soviet SOUTH group seized every villages aroud the hill, the NORTH group started to move to the weast. Unfortunatly, during the move, few ennemies are encountered and we lost our T-34 BTU and few soldiers. Togheter they destroy few artillery system and take easily every flags.

At turn 55, the game is finish! :)

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPF12-1949.jpg

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBTCCCPSC12-1949.jpg

It was a very good game!

US army was more organized, better equiped and showed more coordination. Unfortunatly (for them), it was not enought to stop the soviet forces. Their AT guns and tanks are outdated and have no chance against soviet heavy tanks. Soviet tanks like T-34 and other light vehicles must be more carefull. For the second time, we lost a IS-3. A bazooka did the work very easily. :(

The snow slowed a lot the progression during the operation. It was awful, especialy for the infantry. Almost every units are veteran now and I have to say they are very good. Some crews have now more than 70 kills... NATO must do something or I'm gonna be in USA soon! ;)

Next battle will be in 1950. Yeah! BTR-40, -152 and 152A are there! No more US bad weapon system on the soviet side! :D

Thank you!

-Luc-

[Mobhack]

In snow maps in WW2 I often buy some ski support grunts. The speed advantage is really great, if you are still relying on foot-sloggers rather than plentiful supplies of APCs. Can be good as desants, if dropped off the T-34 well short of the enemy positions (or they will be hosed off). Ski troops operate like regular summer-time infantry in the white stuff.

1950s still is near enough to WW2, so a few platoons of ski troop could well prove useful?.

(edit : if the USSR had Siberian ski troops post WW2. They don't - probably due to the lack of free slots in such a crowded orbat..)

Andy

[-Luc-]

Hi,

After many computer problems, I'm back.

I will continue the campaign (NEW) when she stopped in 02/1950.

Next battle:

Location: Fulda Gap;
Date: 1950/02;
Enemy: USA;
Mission: Meeting;
Visibility: 10;
Turns: 45 (Thanks for the tip);

My TO&E:

HQ :
HQ - 1X BTR-40,
1X Riffle section - 1X BTR-152;

RECCE platoon :
5X Scout team (RPG-2) - 5X BTR-40;

Engineer platoon:
1X PT-34,
1X T-34 BTU,
1X Engineer - 1X BTR-152;

Motorized infantry company:
10X Mechanized (Carabine, RPG-2) - 3X RPG-2 team - 10X BTR-152;

Tank platoon:
4X T-54-1;

Support platoon:
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 85mm D-44 AT gun - 3X GAZ-66;

Mortar platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X BTR-40,
3X 82mm mortar - 1X GAZ-66,
3X 120mm Mortar - 3X GAZ-66;

Artillery platoon:
1X Riffle section - 1X GAZ-66,
1X Art observer - 1X GAZ OP JEEP,
3X 122mm M-30 FH - 3X GAZ-66;

Anti-Air platoon:
6X BTR-152A (OLD ZSU M-16);

Regimental artillery platoon:
3X OFF-MAP 152mm D-1 FG

Main change, as you can see, is the introduction of BTRs and T-54-1.

Here's a map of the central area of the battlefield:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950C.jpg

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

The plan is simple: advance along the paved road, secure the bridge and the near countryside.

2/3 of soviet forces (RECCE platton, engineer, mechanized company and AA platoon) will be use as main assault force.
1/3 of forces will be use to secure strategic points and has a reserve.
AT platoon and few AA units will stay behin to protect the artillery.

Turn 1-7:

Soviet forces advancing rapidly and without any opposition.

U.S. forces, using 81mm mortars, launch some smoke in the north and the south.

Soviet RECCE elements are preparing to cross and secure the bridge; the main objective.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T7.jpg

Turn 8-15:

Soviet forces crossed the bridge and are deploying in houses.

U.S. RECCE units is met (FIRST CONTACT) and the fight begin.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T15.jpg

Soon, the M8 scout car is destroyed.

U.S. start firing the soviet group with 81mm mortars.

2 soviet soldiers died...

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 16-25:

Soviet forces, despite an intense bombardment of mortars (60mm/81mm), are deploying in houses.

A CB is planned with 122mm field guns and 152mm howitzers.

Many scout cars and light tanks are coming from the south.

Tanks of the 2nd and reserve platoon are moving there.

Here's the result:

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T19.jpg

During the fight, soviets lost few soldiers and a BTR-40. A BTR-152 is also damaged. That's a good start.

Soviet forces are moving carefully house to house. U.S. mortars bombard almost every turn.

Soon, U.S. infantry is discovered in the field surrouding T-54-1s.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T24.jpg

The fight is hard and tanks have to back off a little. BTRs are coming to support them.

Unfortunately, a BTR-152 was hit by a 57mm RR and another by a mortar.

Despite losses, the Soviets continued to advance.

Thank you!

-Luc-

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 26-35:

Surprise! Buildings are collapsing in a village behind the front line!

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T26_zps856d57d2.jpg

U.S. forces attempting to encircle Soviet forces. A small group is quickly detached to counter this maneuver reducing troops available on the main front.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T30_zpseff70fea.jpg

Despite this, the Soviet offensive continues: the village is captured and the enemy is routed.

Many U.S. tanks move to the west using the road. They are soon ambushed by the rear soviet guard and detachment. Many U.S. tanks are destroyed.

Now the soviet detachement, with RECCE elements and a engineer tank, move to take back teh lost ground.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T35_zpsbbe368eb.jpg

Thank you,

-Luc-

[Mustang]

that's not fair, as the soviets you should have ten times as many tanks

[-Luc-]

Hi,

Turn 36-46:

After an intensive bombardment of the village, RECCE units move to the village; they discover two U.S. immobilized tanks.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T37.jpg

The soviet infantry get off BTR-152s and began to attack the tanks from houses.

An U.S. tank create a smoke screen; it help soviets a lot...

During the fight, soviets units use their last AT ammo.

U.S. tanks dont give up ans few soviets died.

Finally, three tanks were destroyed.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T41.jpg

During this time, the Soviet offensive progressing well.

Soviets reach and destroy many mortars and AA guns.

SURPRISE! Many U.S. infantry attempt to retake the central village; Soviet soldiers have to back off and many of them die.

The situation is critical.

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x366/6LUC9/WINSPMBT02-1950T45.jpg

Hopefully, the game is finish...

Thank you,

-Luc-