"AWI: Long Island 1776 aar" Topic

I have posted a report of the recent Long Island game on Tarleton's Quarter:

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Some of the pics have appeared elsewhere, others are new. The rules used were "British Grenadier!". Control of the disruption point mechanism was the key for the British players – my attack (as Clinton) in particular suffered from bad movement rolls which resulted in the rapid accrual of DPs, so then exposing my lead regiments to casualties when the American units began firing. It is large games like this that you see how mastery of DPs is crucial if you are the attacking player; it's frustrating, but DPs make you work hard for your victory!

Giles

Blimey that looks nice.

Very nice looking game. Afraid my days of 10 hour games is long behind me though.

Thanks,

John

Inspiring! Did you use mostly militia types for the Americans?

Doc, the American orbat is about half militia and half Continentals/state troops. A few of the latter units are well known, high quality troops, such as the Delawares and Smallwoods Marylanders, and these regiments warranted full uniforms and a clean-cut appearance. I also had the Marbleheaders standing in for of one the Massachusetts Continental regiments. But most of the other units were modelled with a mix of militia and Continental figures to create an authentic "1776" feel to them. I also use some of the Perry "Southern militia" figures to represent Continentals in shirt sleeves etc.

I noticed the "Southern militia' and will have to take a closer look at the Delawares & Smallwood's Marylanders on your blog.Will Brandywine be next?

Looking good, as usual Giles, well done, it was a joy to see.