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3rd Canadian Infantry Division: Rifle Company
As I explained in a past article, the Canadians are an aggressive and unique option for the British Commonwealth in late war. The new rifle company list from Turning Tide offers a Canadian player all of the options of a full British rifle company with the benefit of Canadian special rules such as … Continue reading
The Anvil of the Empire: British Churchill Tanks
The Churchill infantry tank represents the only truly heavy armor available to the western allies in Flames of War. Historically the Churchill had its roots in the trench warfare of the First World War and was designed to provide slow, but effective armored support and anti tank for infantry companies. The Churchill was unique in the war, for it was one … Continue reading
Unit Analysis: The British 6 Pounder
The six pounder anti-tank gun is arguably one of the most under-rated and under-appreciated weapons in the British arsenal or even Flames of War. This little gun however, is capable of hitting far beyond its apparent weight and is an important part of any British rifle company in either … Continue reading
Commonwealth Force: The Canadians
“The Canadians are the best troops Montgomery has, and they’re American!” -Patton Outside military history circles or war gaming groups, it can come as some surprise that the Canadians played a significant role in the Western Front of the Second World War … Continue reading
Death From Afar: British Royal Artillery
British artillery represents the most powerful long distance firepower in the game. Backed by a plethora of excellent special rules and the best heavy artillery in Flames of War, a British commander has access to a truly terrifying arsenal. This article will analyze the various artillery … Continue reading
Army Breakdown: The British (Universal Special Rules)
Main Concepts: The British in Flames of War represent a force that allows the player to stick around and methodically crush their opponents under steady and effective firepower. This does not mean that a British force is always slow or cumbersome ( an all too … Continue reading
Army Breakdown: The British (Part One)
Over the course of this blog I would like to do an overall analysis of all of the major forces in Flames of War. I thought the best place to start for myself would be my first and most played army, the British. Strengths: -Some of the best … Continue reading