By 1778 the war in the North had turned for the British. Burgoyne had surrendered which brought the possibility of French intervention. Following the battle at Monmouth both sides had fallen into a war of posts and skirmishing. Refugees from the southern colonies recommended moving south where a land of loyalists awaited the British with open arms.
And so, Sir Henry Clinton decided on a small gamble with limited forces. Colonel Archibald Campbell was Sent south with a small force of 3,000 men consisting of the 71st Highlanders, four loyalist battalions and two Hessian battalions. He over ran Georgia and in his words removed one star and one stripe from the new American flag. American reinforcements joined together and a see saw campaign resulted back and forth across the South Carolina Georgia border. The landing of A French army with naval support push the British into Savannah in a scenario similar to Yorktown but with different results. Savannah 1779 details that campaign.
A often forgotten campaign in the Rev War it is nevertheless a fascinating campaign and perfect for the war game table. Armies and battles are small and colorful. There are linked battles which could form a neat campaign. Uniforms are colorful. Personalities are fascinating. And you can field a French army which actually fought! Battles range from full sieges to small skirmishes to battles between. In addition it is a good read which is in itself a good reason to pick up this book. Highly recommended!
I find the books interesting, as there are often 'one liners' that make me stop and ask whether my rules allow for whatever is being described.
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