Bücher von Brad Butkovich

The state of Virginia was the focal point of the American Civil War, and had the most battles of the war fought within it. That is not to say that the war was won or lost in the East. That is a debate for historians and scholars. However, it is undeniable that more battles and skirmishes were fought within Virginia than any other state. This scenario book contains rules to simulate ten battles fought in Virginia from 1862-1864.These miniature wargame scenarios are designed to be used with almost any American Civil War regimental or brigade level set of rules. Rules are included for figures based on 20, 30, 40, 50, and 100 historic men per figure/stand. Times are given for 10, 15, and 20 minutes per game turn. Maps are in full color, as are the numerous color photographs of the modern battlefield. This book does not contain rules for playing miniature wargames.

The Shenandoah Valley played a pivotal role in the American Civil War in Virginia, always influencing, and being influenced by, the major campaigns being fought in the East. Being a source of food, war materials, and a transportation nexus often brought the once idyllic valley to the forefront of the conflict. Can you stop the Union from destroying this resource? Can you prevent the Confederates from marching towards Washington, D. C. by the back door?These miniature wargame scenarios are designed to be used with almost any American Civil War regimental or brigade level set of rules. Rules are included for figures based on 20, 30, 40, 50, and 100 historic men per figure/stand. Times are given for 10, 15, and 20 minutes per game turn. Maps are in full color, as are the numerous color photographs of the modern battlefield. This book does not contain core rules for playing miniature wargames.

The 1864 spring campaign in Virginia, and the struggle between Grant and Lee, came to define the American Civil War. It was a month of constant battles, unimaginable ferocity, and unthinkable casualty lists as the North sought to destroy the premier Confederate army of the war, the vaunted Army of Northern Virginia. Will things go according to the books, or will you change history?These miniature wargame scenarios are designed to be used with almost any American Civil War regimental or brigade level set of rules. Rules are included for figures based on 20, 30, 40, 50, and 100 historic men per figure/stand. Times are given for 10, 15, and 20 minutes per game turn. Maps are in full color, as are the numerous color photographs of the modern battlefield. This book does not contain core rules for playing miniature wargames.

The Battle of Antietam was fought on September 17th, 1862. It was the worst day of the war, with almost 23,000 killed, wounded and missing. Of those, almost 4,000 were killed, making it the bloodiest single day in the Civil War and US history. How did that come happen? The two armies threw themselves at each other with reckless abandon, both sides looking for an advantage with attack and counterattack. Such a hectic battle can be confusing and difficult to understand.The Antietam Battlefield Atlas is the result of years of research and ground work. The 124 full color maps follow the course of the battle step-by-step during that fateful day. This Atlas is indispensable to the battlefield visitor as you walk the park and try to understand the movement of the troops and units who fought there.