[Advice on first CM purchase?]

Just now, Raptorx7 said:

If you're going to get Shock Force wait for Shock Force 2 which is coming out soon!

I was on the checkout screen when you sent this! XD Do you know when SF2 is coming out? It's kind of the "end of september" currently, and not many days left where you could still have that as an ETA

[SF2 differences between each DLC?]

For Shock Force 2, what do each of the dlc add? How is the composition of new units? How did you enjoy the missions? I'm from the US, so personally, if the M1A2 Abrams is involved, I'm soaking myself XD. Which ones are your guys' favorites?

[Advice on first CM purchase?]

13 minutes ago, JoMc67 said:

Just stick with WWII...CM:BN + Modules

Any reason in particular? What makes you enjoy  Battle of Normandy over Shock Force 2?

[Advice on first CM purchase?]

So, I'm new and I'm wondering which game would be right for me, between Shock Force and Normandy; here's my perspective:
World War 2 has much more declassified material on it, making it easier to study and use for advice on tactics, roleplay, and scenario creation, with a lot of varied equipment and combat doctrines. On top of that, WW2 combat was much slower paced compared to today, which may or may not translate to game mechanics, but seems like it could lead to some fun, hair raising situations on the battlefield. 

When it comes to Shock Force, it seems more immersive, being able to relate to the modern equipment that's being used and that you have available, however, information is still rather classified, so unless you just want to recreate missions from Steel Beasts and other things, that seems as close to active combat as we can simulate, so Im not sure how accurately a Niger campaign can be made.

So, this is my own personal perspective about things, and what is personally important to me when I look for games like these. I would love your guys' advice!