July 5, 1814 the anniversary of the Battle of Chippawa. Possibly one of the more interesting battles of the War of 1812. From a tactical view point of view. It is also a battle which has fascinated me and a battlefield I have visited multiple times.
From a wargamer point of view it is fun battle to refight on the table top. The terrain is Interesting, and both armies evenly balanced. Very colorful uniforms and troop types. I highly recommend it!
Here, for the anniversary are some pictures from past games I have hosted. In addition big you are interested in visiting this well preserved battlefield here is my review of my tour last year.
https://bravefusiliers.blogspot.com/2018/07/visit-to-chippawa-battlefield-chippawa.html
This pick always inspires me to replay this battle....
ReplyDeleteSo I'm off to the basement
Let me know how it turns out.
DeleteGreat stuff Mark. I have a game based loosely on the Niagara Campaign coming up towards the end of the month so this post and the post on the battlefield visit has given me a few ideas.
ReplyDeleteI have been following the progress of your getting ready for the campaign on your blog. The first especially is outstanding. I am most excited for you and look forward to his it turns out. Good luck!
DeleteLovely pictures Mark...
ReplyDeleteThere are some great little actions in the War of 1812...
This is a period I would like to return to... I should really have hung on to my old collection...
All the best. Aly
Thank you for the kind words! It is a most colorful and fun period on the Table top. I hope you get to return to it someday.
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