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Causeway Attack Scenario#: CAR2     Date: 6/11/1944     Location: Carentan, France Carentan 11th June 1944: The 101st Airborne planned on attacking southward across the Douves river, bypassing the town of Carentan, and seizing la Billonerie (Hill 30) thereby cutting off the primary German escape routes. The 502nd Parachute lnfantry… Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death - Carentan
Assault on Carentan Scenario#: CAR1     Date: 6/13/1944     Location: Carentan, France Carentan 13th June 1944: On the afternoon of June 12th, the 101st Airborne pushed southwest of Carentan to establish an in-depth defense and link up with the 82nd Airborne on its right. The paratroopers ran into the new German line … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death - Carentan
Pierced and Bloodied Scenario#: HOD8     Date: 7/10/1944     Location: Eterville, France On July 10, 1944, the 9th Cameronians were assigned the defense of Eterville and with it the security of the left flank. Panzer Grenadiers of the 10th SS had quickly followed the withdrawing elements of the Dorsets from the town … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death
No Happy Rest Scenario#: HOD7     Date: 7/15/1944     Location: Esquay, France Clearing the crossroads at le Bon Repos was given to the 2nd Glasgow Highlanders. At 21:30 hours on July 15th 1944 they jumped off. Assisted by Monty's moonlight, the attack would advance down the slopes of Hill 112 from the … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death
Twlight at Maltot Scenario#: HOD6     Date: 7/22/1944     Location: Maltot, France Twelve days after the initial assault, the vital village of Maltot lies in ruins. On 22nd July, 1944, the German 272nd lnfantry Division, which had arrived on foot from the Pas de Calais, was assigned the defense. The 129th Brigade … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death
Overlooking Maltot Scenario#: HOD5     Date: 7/10/1944     Location: Maltot, France While its sister brigade advanced on the summit of Hill 112, the 130th Brigade jumped off on July 10th at 08:00 to secure the left flank. Intelligence reported the town of Maltot to be lightly defended, so the plan was … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death
Take the Hill Scenario#: HOD4     Date: 7/10/1944     Location: Hill 112, France The main thrust on July 10th 1944 was toward the summit of Hill 112. While the 130th Brigade secured the left flank, the 129th Brigade. supported by the 7th RTR, was to advance on a broad front and secure the … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death
End of Jupiter Scenario#: HOD3     Date: 7/10/1944     Location: Fontaine-Etoupefour, France Late on July 10th, it was realized that the battle to break through to the Orne River was seriously in question. In fact, the battle for the vital Hill 112 was turning into a stalemate. Maj. General Thomas decided that … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death
Launch of Jupiter Scenario#: HOD2     Date: 7/10/1944     Location: Eterville, France On the morning of July 10th, the 130th Brigade, supported by the 9th Royal Tank Regiment (RTR), jumped off at 05:30. The objectives for 5th Dorsets this morning were the towns of Les Dauns and Eterville, along with the ruins … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death
First Crack Scenario#: HOD1     Date: 6/27/1944     Location: Tourmauville, France On June 27th 1944, the 2/Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders of the 227th Brigade seized the small bridge over the Odon River at the town of Tourmauville. The bridgehead was reinforced into the night and in the morning after a short … Panzer (AH/MMP) — Panzerblitz: Hill of Death
Spartan Style Scenario#: WO42     Date: 01/29/1951     Location: Hill 381, Icheon, South Korea The Greek Government had sent the Greek Expeditionary Force (GEF), one battalion to assist in Korea. This "Sparta" Battalion was composed of three rifle companies, a HQ company and six vehicles. The men were all … Advanced Squad Leader — Winter Offensive Bonus Pack 2022
7-10 Split Scenario#: WO41     Date: 08/20/1950     Location: Gasan, South Korea The road from Sangju to Taegu wound through a mountain pass nick-named the "Bowling Alley" by the American troops. In mid-August the North Korean drive was losing steam, the North Korean 13th Division was given the task to complete the breakthrough.… Advanced Squad Leader — Winter Offensive Bonus Pack 2022
One Smart Bastard Scenario#: WO40     Date: 02/28/1945     Location: Iwo Jima, Pacific Lt. General Tadamichi Kuribayashi, one of the few realists among high-ranking Japanese Officers had adopted a radical defensive policy. Forgoing the water's edge tactics and the Banzai attacks of previous battles, he chose an inland defensive policy.… Advanced Squad Leader — Winter Offensive Bonus Pack 2022
Shotgun Shuffle Scenario#: WO39     Date: 06/15/1944     Location: Afetna Point, Saipan After the ineffective Naval bombardment of Afetna, the 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines landed about 600 meters north of the point. They were to clear the trenches and bunkers held by the 47th Independent Mixed Brigade. The Marines had been issued… Advanced Squad Leader — Winter Offensive Bonus Pack 2022
Destruction of the Pearl Scenario#: SFCG5     Date: 1945-02-15     Location: Manila, Philippines Having raced to get to Manila in early Februruy, the 37th Infantry Division and 1st Cavalry Division spent the next four weeks trying to take it. Despite General MacArthur's pronouncement on 6 February that "Manila had fallen'' it soon became very… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
The Walled City Scenario#: SFCG4     Date: 1945-02-23     Location: Intramuros, Manila, Philippines The Intramuros is an ancient Spanish fortress-town built in the late 16th century. The outer walls were designed to withstand the greatest sieges possible, being 40 feet thick at the base and 15 feet thick at the top. Only 155mm, 8-inch, and 240mm… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
1st Cavalry Moves North Scenario#: SFCG3     Date: 1945-02-15     Location: Manila, Philippines After the troopers of 1st Cavalry Division reached the shore of Manila Bay on 12 February, they turned their attention north. In their advance toward the dock facilities and the Walled City, the cavalrymen would encounter a number of Japanese… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Fighting for the Fortresses Scenario#: SFCG2     Date: 1945-02-21     Location: Manila, Philippines Once across the Pasig River, the 37th Infantry Division pushed south into the Paco District and west along the river toward Intramuros. The Gls quickly discovered that they were in the thick of the Japanese defenses. Every store and house had a… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Clearing the North Shore Scenario#: SFCG1     Date: 1945-02-03     Location: Manila, Philippines The 37th Infantry Division's advance through Manila north of the Pasig River was greatly delayed. In their fighting withdrawal toward the river, the Japanese were systematically blowing up every large building in their path and setting hundreds more… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
A Change in the Government Scenario#: SF25     Date: 1945-02-28     Location: Manila, Philippines The final battle in Manila would involve the capture or destruction of the three large government buildings east of lntramuros. The Legislative and Finance Buildings would be the responsibility of 2nd Battalion, 148th Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Dash for the Stairs Scenario#: SF24     Date: 1945-02-26     Location: Manila, Philippines Private First Class Cleto Rodriguez's actions fighting at the Paco Railroad Station just fifteen days earlier would earn him a nomination for the Medal of Honor. Now, once again, he would be called upon to display valor far beyond what was expected.… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Iwabuchi's Sarcophagus Scenario#: SF23     Date: 1945-02-26     Location: Manila, Philippines For the weary troopers of the 1st Cavalry Division, their final fight in Manila would be to secure the Agriculture Building where Admiral Iwabuchi had located his headquarters. Surrounded and with no hope for eventual victory, the well-stocked… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Bamboo Spear Banzai Scenario#: SF22     Date: 1945-02-24     Location: South Port Area, Manila, Philippines After the 2nd Squadron, 12th Cavalry Regiment had cleared the Customs building, it was a matter of mopping up the remainder of the South Port facilities near the shore of Manila Bay. In performing their mission, the 1st Squadron generally encountered… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
A Mass for Humanity Scenario#: SF21     Date: 1945-02-23     Location: Intramuros, Manila, Philippines Situated near the center and southeast of the walled city of Intramuros were the San Augustin churches. Heavy fighting erupted all around. Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Through the Breach, Into the Fire Scenario#: SF20     Date: 1945-02-23     Location: Intramuros, Manila, Philippines The entire area within the walls of Intramuros had been subjected to a massive artillery barrage the previous day and another artillery attack that lasted for ninety minutes on the morning of the main attack. When the last shells bad roared overhead~… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Fortress Within A Fortress Scenario#: SF19     Date: 1945-02-23     Location: Fort Santiago, Manila, Philippines FORT SANTIAGO, MANILA, LUZON, PHILIPPINES, 23 February 1945: Shells from 240mm and 155mm American guns finally managed to breach a portion of the outer walls of this ancient Spanish fort along the south shore of the Pasig River. To escape the… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
And the Walls Come A-Tumblin' Down Scenario#: SF18     Date: 1945-02-23     Location: Intramuros, Manila, Philippines Their virtually unopposed river crossing came as a welcome relief to the men of 3rd Battalion, 129th Regiment. Taking full advantage of the limited Japanese response, the Americans advanced deeper into the ruins of the ancient walled city, placing… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Assault Across the Pasig Scenario#: SF17     Date: 1945-02-23     Location: Intramuros, Manila, Philippines The battle to take the ancient Spanish city of Intramuros was ready to begin. The 1st Cavalry Division was in position west and south of the walled city. The 37th Infantry Division held key buildings east of Intramuros. Now, an amphibious assault… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Struggle Without End Scenario#: SF16     Date: 1945-02-23     Location: Manila, Philippines Even with most off the major buildings in the Hospital/University complex now under their control, the troopers of 5th Cavalry were having an extremely difficult time in eliminating the remaining isolated pockets of Japanese from the area. It seemed… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
No Greater Love Scenario#: SF15     Date: 1945-02-23     Location: South Port Area, Manila, Philippines Advancing through a light rain shower down a narrow street in the South Port Area, the men of E Troop suddenly came under machine gun and small arms fire from the Customs building. Most of the troopers dove under cover or ran behind the supporting… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
The Price of Postage Scenario#: SF14     Date: 1945-02-22     Location: Manila, Philippines While the 3rd Battalion was trying to secure the City Hall, the 1st Battalion of the 145th Infantry Regiment was preparing to attack the General Post Office. Situated along the south shore of the Pasig River, the five-story tall Post Office building… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
You Can Fight City Hall Scenario#: SF13     Date: 1945-02-22     Location: Manila, Philippines The first attempt on 20 February to reach City Hall had failed. A second attempt the next day met with similar results. Beginning just before dawn on 22 February, a heavy barrage of 155mm and 105mm artillery and 81mm and 4.2-inch mortars-accompanied… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Checkout Time Scenario#: SF12     Date: 1945-02-21     Location: Manila, Philippines The five-story tall Manila Hotel stood watch over Dewey Boulevard, the South Port area, and the open park areas surrounding lntramuros. To gain entrance, the troopers of 12th Cavalry Regiment would have to dash across the open areas of Wallace Field,… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Venture Into Carnage Scenario#: SF11     Date: 1945-02-20     Location: Manila, Philippines As the Americans edged deeper into the Ermita District of downtown Manila, the Japanese response became increasingly violent. Dominating this area was the City Hall with its tall tower. Should the Americans gain control of this building it would… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
High Rent Hooligans Scenario#: SF10     Date: 1945-02-20     Location: South Port Area, Manila, Philippines In downtown Manila just east of the High Commissioner's Office were several high-rise hotels and apartment buildings. These were the University Apartments, Peralta Apartments, Alhambra Apartments, Bayview Hotel, Miramar Apartments, Luneta Hotel and… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
First, Do No Harm Scenario#: SF09     Date: 1945-02-19     Location: Manila, Philippines From 16-18 February the 148th Infantry Regiment repeatedly assaulted the Japanese positions in the Medical School and Science Buildings and had penetrated the eastern portion of the University Hospital as well. On the morning of 19 February, the 5th… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Meeting at the Elks Club Scenario#: SF08     Date: 1945-02-19     Location: Manila, Philippines Situated near the shores of Manila Bay were the Elks Club, the Army/Navy Club, and the High Commissioner's Office. These large structures blocked access towards Burnham Green, the Manila Hotel, and the South Port area. The Japanese positioned their… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Breakin' Into the Slammer Scenario#: SF07     Date: 1945-02-18     Location: Manila, Philippines The new Police Station was built near the intersection of Isaac Peral and San Marcelino Streets, a few blocks northeast of the Philippine Hospital. Two stories tall and made of reinforced concrete and steel, it was fortified inside and out with… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Deliver Us from Evil Scenario#: SF06     Date: 1945-02-16     Location: Manila, Philippines The task set before the 3rd Battalion was daunting. After two days of desperate struggle, the Japanese were still firmly in control of all major buildings within the University-Hospital complex. Barricaded within the stone and brick buildings and… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
No Safe Refuge Scenario#: SF05     Date: 1945-02-15     Location: Manila, Philippines The 2nd Battalion, 148th Infantry Regiment finally reached Taft Avenue and proceeded to attack the Japanese holed up in the Philippine University and Hospital Complex. The Japanese had fortified themselves inside the hospital and, against Geneva… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Light 'em Up Scenario#: SF04     Date: 1945-02-12     Location: Tabacalega Cigar Factory, Manila, Philippines The Tabacalera Cigar Factory and warehouses were situated along the western shore of the Estero de Tanque. From here the Japanese could interdict any movement across the estero or the nearby bridge. Initial attacks on 10 February were repulsed by… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
The Grim Reaper's Lair Scenario#: SF03     Date: 1945-02-11     Location: Paco Cemetery, Manila, Philippines Situated a few blocks southeast of the new Manila Police Station was the Paco Cemetery. It was built in 1820 of two concentric adobe walls ten feet high and ten feet thick. Entry to the central courtyard was through four gates in the walls.… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Power Struggle on Provisor Scenario#: SF02     Date: 1945-02-10     Location: Isla Provisor, Manila, Philippines Situated along the south shore of the Pasig River, Isla Provisor was 400 by 125 meters in size, but with no sandy beaches, no seawall, no tropical jungle; just factory buildings, tin-roofed workshops, a power plant, a boiler room, and a large coal… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
Race to the River Scenario#: SF01     Date: 1945-02-05     Location: Manila, Philippines Flames from a huge fire in the Tondo District forced the Americans to alter their path of advance towards the Pasig River east into the Binondo District in Manila. To slow the American advance, the Japanese set up roadblocks at key intersections… Advanced Squad Leader — Sword and Fire: Manila
We Are Sparta Scenario#: AP190     Date: 10/4/1951     Location: Sangnyong, N. Korea With their own civil war against communism over, the Greek government was enthusiastic about sending forces to contribute to UN efforts in Korea. After arriving in December 1950, the Greek Expeditionary Force (GEF)-nicknamed the Sparta Battalion-was… Advanced Squad Leader — ASL Action Pack #17 - Oktoberfest XXXV
Bona Fide Effort Scenario#: AP189     Date: 4/11/1951     Location: Hwacheon Reservoir, S. Korea The Bukhan Dam held back the 19 billion cubic feet of water of the Hwacheon Reservoir. Concerned the CPVA might open the dam's sluice gates to hamper his movements, General Matthew Ridgeway ordered the dam to be captured or the gates disabled prior… Advanced Squad Leader — ASL Action Pack #17 - Oktoberfest XXXV
The Cost of a Cross Scenario#: AP188     Date: 2/15/1951     Location: Chipyong-Ni, S. Korea In early February 1951, General Gay was reassigned to Eighth Army staff and replaced with former First Team executive officer General Charles D. Palmer. 5th Cavalry received a boost with the addition of a 3rd Battalion, transferred from the stateside… Advanced Squad Leader — ASL Action Pack #17 - Oktoberfest XXXV
Home By Christmas? Scenario#: AP187     Date: 11/29/1950     Location: Samso-Ri, N. Korea Even after the heavy casualties inflicted on the 8th Cavalry Regiment at Unsan and Yongbyon, UN Command still thought that the Communist Chinese did not intend to rescue the Kim Il Sung regime. When Chinese forces disengaged in early November, the UN… Advanced Squad Leader — ASL Action Pack #17 - Oktoberfest XXXV
The Horse They Never Rode Scenario#: AP186     Date: 11/6/1950     Location: Yongbyon, N. Korea The 1st and 2nd Battalions of the 8th Cavalry Regiment barely escaped from Unsan on 2 November, with the 3rd Battalion under Major Robert Ormond acting as rear guard, not yet aware that the area was under attack by the entire Chinese 39th Army. After… Advanced Squad Leader — ASL Action Pack #17 - Oktoberfest XXXV
Unsanity Scenario#: AP185     Date: 11/2/1950     Location: Unsan, S. Korea As the First Team blasted its way to the Yalu River and the Chinese border in late October, many of the GIs and Officers believed they might be home in time for Christmas. At the same time, however, units of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army… Advanced Squad Leader — ASL Action Pack #17 - Oktoberfest XXXV