Road to Barentu Africa Orientale Italiana #30 |
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(Defender) Italy | vs |
Britain
(Attacker)
India (Attacker) |
Formations Involved |
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Total | |
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Side 1 | 0 |
Draw | 0 |
Side 2 | 2 |
Overall Rating, 2 votes |
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4
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Scenario Rank: --- of 913 |
Parent Game | Africa Orientale Italiana |
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Historicity | Historical |
Date | 1941-01-21 |
Start Time | 08:00 |
Turn Count | 30 |
Visibility | Day |
Counters | 98 |
Net Morale | 0 |
Net Initiative | 1 |
Maps | 2: 89, 91 |
Layout Dimensions | 56 x 43 cm 22 x 17 in |
Play Bounty | 182 |
AAR Bounty | 227 |
Total Plays | 2 |
Total AARs | 0 |
Battle Types |
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Delaying Action |
Exit the Battle Area |
Inflict Enemy Casualties |
Road Control |
Conditions |
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Off-board Artillery |
Reinforcements |
Smoke |
Scenario Requirements & Playability | |
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Africa Orientale Italiana | Base Game |
Introduction |
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Advancing into Italian East Africa, 5th Indian Division soon encountered an Italian blocking force astride the road leading to the important junction of Barentu. They would have to be ejected before the advance could continue, since British/Indian supply columns could not operate across the rugged open country. |
Conclusion |
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The mixed Italian force held off the initial Indian frontal assault, fighting with surprising determination. With their advance up the road stalled, the Indian brigade staff worked the 6th Battalion, 13th Frontier Force Rifles around the Italian right flank to unhinge the position. The Italians withdrew in good order, and the Indians resumed their advance with roadblocks and demolitions slowing their progress. |
AFV Rules Pertaining to this Scenario's Order of Battle |
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3 Errata Items | |
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All Bren carriers should have a movement value of 7. (Shad
on 2010 Dec 15)
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Two British infantry have their full strengths printed on the back. They should both be "2-3" when reduced. (Shad
on 2010 Dec 15)
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Ignore the direct fire values. (Shad
on 2010 Dec 15)
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