Sublime Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Id be interested to see what happens with AT mines in GL. In BN it seems driving a tank over AT mines on slow can prevent even immobilization... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chops Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 I just found out that one of the the two surviving Elefants (this example captured at Anzio) is located about 30 minutes from me (Ft. Lee Virginia). In fact I did not realize that the Army is moving the entire Army Ordnance Museum from Aberdeen to Ft. Lee.. sweet. I have fond memories of visiting that museum in the 80s. A field trip is in order I do believe. No need for a field trip. If you have Netflix just watch or stream, Season 2 - Episode 2 of Tank Overhaul which features The Elefant (one that survived Kursk and then salvaged from Anzio, now located at Aberdeen). This is apparently one of only two surviving Elefants left. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c3k Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Actually he did die in a sickbed 12 days after his accident. Crap. Wait,that was just the SHELL of the warrior! His spirit died in the saddle, dreaming of kicking Zhukov's ass back across the Volga. Yeah, baby... Screenshot or it didn't happen. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sequoia Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Patton was ASSASSINATED by a bullet disguised to look like a car window handle knob. I saw it on TV. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Emrys Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Patton was ASSASSINATED by a bullet disguised to look like a car window handle knob. I saw it on TV. Well that settles it! It must be true! Michael 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bil Hardenberger Posted April 11, 2013 Author Share Posted April 11, 2013 No need for a field trip. If you have Netflix just watch or stream, Season 2 - Episode 2 of Tank Overhaul which features The Elefant (one that survived Kursk and then salvaged from Anzio, now located at Aberdeen). This is apparently one of only two surviving Elefants left. Chops I can watch that show and go see the real thing... I need to get out in the sun once in a while you know and it is top down weather here. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c3k Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Great, but how are you going to USE the things??? Cool map. Interesting inversion of the historical fight. Moar... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bil Hardenberger Posted April 11, 2013 Author Share Posted April 11, 2013 I haven't shown the map yet.. I suppose GaJ has though.. did he tell you guys we are switching locations to make this a more interesting show for you, more challenging for me, and more defensible for him? As to how I'm going to use them.. them.. well actually it as I will only be purchasing one... I haven't decided yet. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Childress Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 The Axis thread once again takes the lead in # of posts. There's something significant going on here, but hesitate to venture an analysis. There are some doors Man was never meant to open. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c3k Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Cut the ponytails off your prisoners and tie them to the barrel, then plunge forward into the heart of his defense! Your victory will be all the better for it! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Emrys Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 I haven't shown the map yet.. I suppose GaJ has though.. did he tell you guys we are switching locations to make this a more interesting show for you, more challenging for me, and more defensible for him? Your call, but I actually found the first map more interesting for both attacker and defender. But the new one isn't bad. I look forward to playing on it when it comes out. Michael 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Emrys Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Cut the ponytails off your prisoners and tie them to the barrel, then plunge forward into the heart of his defense! Your victory will be all the better for it! You know, sometimes I have to wonder if you aren't a little unhinged there, boy. (Actually, maybe more than a little.) Michael 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hister Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 c3k, you are getting a bit too excited and too repetitive with your point of view. I do believe everybody has got it by now. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bil Hardenberger Posted April 11, 2013 Author Share Posted April 11, 2013 c3k reminds me of this quote: One day in the pavilion at Karakorum he [Genghis Kahn] asked an officer of the Mongol guard what, in all the world, could bring the greatest happiness. "The open steppe, a clear day, and a swift horse under you," responded the officer after a little thought, "and a falcon on your wrist to start up hares." "Nay," responded the Kahn, "to crush your enemies, to see them fall at your feet -- to take their horses and goods and hear the lamentation of their women. That is best." Harold Lamb, GENGHIS KAHN: THE EMPEROR OF ALL MEN Keep them coming Ken! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GerryCMBB Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Ken just cannot find the Peng thread. That is all. Gerry 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vark Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 That 'quote' can only be said one way Note the correct way to pronounce crush, it's Klush and women, it's whimmin. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baneman Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 c3k, you are getting a bit too excited and too repetitive with your point of view. I do believe everybody has got it by now. I like his comments. You always know exactly what line he's going to take. It's 'Allo 'Allo humour - how can you work the same joke(s) into every episode... Maybe it's an "English" thing Still, I know that in my AAR, even though I'm defending, his advice will continue to be utterly reliable 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seedorf81 Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 I like his comments. You always know exactly what line he's going to take. It's 'Allo 'Allo humour - how can you work the same joke(s) into every episode... Maybe it's an "English" thing Still, I know that in my AAR, even though I'm defending, his advice will continue to be utterly reliable Me like too. Tallyhoo, and all that.. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Emrys Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 "Nay," responded the Kahn, "to crush your enemies, to see them fall at your feet -- to take their horses and goods and hear the lamentation of their women. That is best." He just never learned to get along with folks did he? Michael 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenris Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Ghengis who?? Conan said that! I saw it in a movie (so it must be true!). just passing the time. Anywho, on with the circus. -F 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverstars Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Yeah, Conan said it better. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridethe415 Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 This is like going to the movies and having to sit through 20 minutes of previews you aren't interested in... AAR PLEASE. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c3k Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Ken just cannot find the Peng thread. That is all. Gerry The Peng thread simply cannot find me! Back to Bil: so, what are your initial thoughts on how you're going to go about your...wait for it...ATTACK!?!? (<-- Totally gratuitous, and only for those who prefer the analytical approach rather than that steeped in blood, manly pursuits, and glory!) Ken 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bil Hardenberger Posted April 12, 2013 Author Share Posted April 12, 2013 Back to Bil: so, what are your initial thoughts on how you're going to go about your...wait for it...ATTACK!?!? Well if you are serious, I am thinking about going with a Command Push style of play for this battle... I think he will be expecting me to do my normal Recon Pull but I am thinking about mixing it up some and pushing HARD in two or three different zones and sending a strong mounted/armored reserve at whatever turns out to be the weakest point. Can't say more until I get to see the map in detail (I built it BTW ) with my forces purchased and can determine a way forward. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bil Hardenberger Posted April 12, 2013 Author Share Posted April 12, 2013 I am in love with the War Movie Lighting (WML) and will probably be using it throughout this AAR. I lthink it has a gritty realistic look, the terrain is easier to read, and the details frankly just pop better. Here is an example of an Elefant on the ridge road (a major objective for this game) showing the difference between the two lighting modes. As for the map, it measures 1.6 km by 2.2 km.. very large, and will allow some nice covered maneuver and for GaJ some terrific defensive potential. Here is a look from my setup zone towards Santa Maria Infante.. from the left and the right approaches. Right and left of the ridge road that is: Finally a view of the ridge road as it snakes towards the town in the distance and as it winds between the left and right tits (those were the names given to these two hills during the actual battle, sorry if that offends anybody, but this is HISTORY ). 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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