I am new to the PG system and this was my third Afrika Corps scenario. I am still learning basic tactics, so I know I made some tactical errors. I realized at the end of the scenario that I did not roll for redirection of Italian artillery as required in the scenario conditions. This was likely an important factor in the outcome.

Similar to the historical outcome, the Australian aggressiveness was repulsed by stiff Italian resistance and accurate artillery fire. For the Italians, the combination of extended availability of off-board artillery, entrenched positions, and consistently good combat, morale, and recovery rolls resulted in the loss of 14 Australian steps, compared to only 8 Italian steps. By noon, the Aussies had taken three entrenchments, but lost one to a counterattack, and was in an ongoing battle for another. At this point, it was clear that the Australians would not be able to force a draw; they just did not have the units. Victory to the Italians.

I am replaying this scenario, and will ensure that the potential for redirection of Italian off-board artillery is included. I am also introducing the "fog of war" option.