Aroscon 2018- The battle of St. Lô

A 2 day 1750pts late war campaignin the traditional Danish setting: a mix of an historical event and tournament.

12th -13th of May 2018Aarhus, DenmarkFlames of War 2 day campaign

Sign up: www.aroscon.dk

All the info you’llneed

In this document you will find all the rules and info that you will need as a participant in the Flames of War campaign at Aroscon 2018.

Aroscon is one of the largest Danish gatheringsof different wargaming tournaments and includes events for all major wargames.

If you have any questions regarding the event, then please contact Morten Schmidt on flamesofwar@aroscon.dk

Facebook is used for the general channel of info updates and other historical posts leading up to the event. Find us here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1127874657262116/

Index

• Organizor’s vision

• Campaign rules and practical info

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Time schedule

• Allowed lists for Aroscon 2018

• Maps of the situation (extra material for inspiration)

Organizor’s visionThe battle of St. Lô at Aroscon 2018 is organized by Morten Schmidtwhom has organized all previous 3 FoW campaigns for Aroscon.

I have a clear wish that Aroscon continues to be Denmarks mostfriendly tournaments and at the same time a very historically drivenevent which the players have a deciding influence on the overallcampaign outcome. The concept is a simple mix of 1v1 games andoverall campaign objectives.

When playing at Aroscon, you can expect a mix of enjoyable”standard” 1v1 games and historical aspects in the terrain, lists andcampaign objectives.

The result is a hybrid concept which we call Towns and Crossroads.This is the second event with Towns and Crossroads.

The concept is simple for your convenience. The campaign isfounded in a historical battle, this time St.Lô. Based on reasearchand operational maps we create a campaign concept which suits theevent. This time, you will have the assignment of either taking ordefending the city of St. Lô and its roads and hills.

We will avoid changing the core rules of the game and will avertfrom interfering with the game’s balance. You can expect 1v1 with1750pts on each side. Instead the campaign will add a sense of teamspirit on the larger level.

Campaing rules

• Point size: 1750pts per player, more formations are allowed

• The allowed companies and formations are listed in this document

• Time schedule: See below.

Lists: Are to be made based on formations from the listed companies later in this document. We can only emphasize the importance of the historicalaccuracy of the event. Think about where you presume your force would have fought in the battle of St. Lô and create a list from that idea. There was a clear majority of infantry divisions in the area of operations and we hope to seethis represented.

Campaign play: The whole campaign play for the weekend is not set yet. But you can expect that you will find individual games that will have an effect on the overall campaign both counting wins/losses, victory points and campaignobjectives. Your wins and losses will have an effect on the outcome of the offensive. Changes and clarifications for the campaign play can be expectedto be posted in our facebook group.

Terrain: The area around St. Lô had it all. Expect hilly ridges, bocages, fiels, rivers, villages, and of course the ruined city of St. Lô.

History: The history will be told throughout the event and you are partaker in history and will be responsible for the success of the operation. Because weare having this historical focus we advise all players to keep the games funand enjoyable.

Practical info

• Price: 330DKK (44€)Includes: sleep over and bath facilities(remember to bring something to sleep on and in) There are no beds!Includes dinner Saturday evening – not lunch either days, but can be purchased at the venuecafeteria.

• Dates: 12th -13th of May 2018It is possible to arrive Friday the 11th of May and overnight to Saturday.

• Venue address:

Aarhus FirmasportPaludan-Müllers Vej 1108200 Aarhus NDenmark

• Timeschedule: See the following pages• Other activities: There will also be a free of charge hobby lounge

for wargamers who enjoys the painting side of the wargaminghobby rather than the gaming part.

FAQQuestion Answer

I am allowed to field multiple

formations?

Yes you are allowed to field multiple formations in your army list. Preferably

from the same division or area that your division is in. You can also mix

something that would make sense, such as a US Rifle company a US

armoured recon company.

What is meant by historical

lists? How should I make my lists

historical?

By already restricting the allowed formations to those mentioned later in this

document, the event will already be historical and you don’t have to worry

too much about that.

By historical, we mean don’t ruin the game. Dont bring 9 UK churchills in an

American offensive for example. But instead look at the historical divisions

and use that as a starting point. Is your list representing 2. US INF who had

the job of taking hill 192? Then make something that would resemble an

assault force of infantry and tanks.

Or do you want to be the counter attacking panzer lehr? Then create an

interesting gepanzerte list. Remember that you are supposed to have fun

with the list that you are fielding but it is also a place to try something

different.

When is my list too ”powerful”? That is a very subjective question and likewise with the answer. If you keep

that above mentioned answer in mind then you should keep the power level

at a correct level. Don’t make a sucky list. Make a list with a purpose (attack,

combined attack, defense etc.)

Im in doubt of my list, can i

contact anyone and ask

questions?

Yes, you can mail the organizor at flamesofwar@aroscon.dk

Otherwise, you can have a discussion with your friends and gaming buddies

what they thinkg. In the end it your list. Do what you find fun.

Can I get the ticket refunded? No but we will help you find a subsitute player who can buy the ticket from

you. Remember to notify the organizor.

What can I do if I can only

participate one of the two days?

You are free to share your ticket with another player. Buy 1 ticket on the

website and notify the organizor on flamesofwar@aroscon.dk . Both players

must play on the same side (axis or allies).

Time schedule

Saturday May 12th

Check in 08:30 – 09:00

General welcome and campaing intro 09:00 – 09:30

Game 1 10:00 – 13:30

Lunch (not incl. In ticket) 13:30 – 14:00

Game 2 14:00 – 17:30

History lesson and vote for best themed

army

17:30 – 18:30

Dinner (incl. In the ticket) 18:30 – 19:30

Game 3 19:30 – 22:30

Sunday May 13th

Breakfast (Not included in ticket) 08:00 – 09:00

Game 4 09:00 – 12:00

Lunch (Not incl. In ticket) 12:00 – 12:30

Game 5 12:30 – 16:00

Results and goodbyes 16:00 – 16:30

Remember to stay updated on facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1127874657262116/

Allowed lists

On the next page you can find the lists thatare allowed at Aroscon. They are based on the divisions in the area.

The allied lists are found in the Overlord Book and Citizen Soldiers PDF.

The axis lists are found in Atlantik Wall and the 17th SS panzergrenadier division digital lists.

Allowed allied lists, sorted after their location during the battle

Western flank

30. Inf. Div. The 7th of July is the start of the initial attack. 30 I.D. Attacks west of St. Lô to close the

bridgehead which the Germans have on the Northern side of the river Vire. The division

takes the village of Ie Desert which springs a local counter attack from Panzer Lehr.

• Rifle Company (30th I.D.) (See citizen soldier pdf.) (C/T w.

British bulldog)

2. Armoured div. 2 A.D. was a late arrival in the area and only showed up during the last days of the battle

before the breakout. But the 2 A.D. lists are used to represent the veteran units of the

battle. Armoured recon units supported all the infantry divisions.

• Armored Recon Company (2nd A.D.)

• Armored Rifle Company (2nd A.D.)

• Light Tank Company (2nd A.D.)

• Medium Tank Company (2nd A.D.)

3. Armoured div. 3.A.D. was in the battle from right after the opening skirmishes. They supported the 30th

I.D. with both tanks, armoured infantry, and recon.

• Armored Recon Company (3rd A.D.)

• Armored Rifle Company (3rd A.D.)

• Light Tank Company (3rd A.D.)

• Medium Tank Company (3rd A.D.)

9. Infantry div. 9. I.D. Was an experienced division. They opposed the 17th SS panzergrenadier division and

had the role of flank guard for the attacking 30th I.D.. 9. I.D. was found on the extreme

western flank and hold back counter attacks from the 17th SS panzer, Panzer lehr and 2nd

SS Panzer.

• Rifle Company (9th I.D.) (Se citizen soldier pdf.) (C/V)

• Rifle Company (1st I.D.) (as veteran units)

St. Lô

29. Inf. Div. 29. I.D. Was both responsible for the assault on St. Lô the 18th – 19th of july and the

nearby hills west of hills 192.

• Rifle Company (29th I.D.)

• Rifle Company (1st I.D.) (to represent veteran companies)

35. Inf. Div. 35. I.D. Entered the area the 11th of july when St. Lô was to be seized. They were inserted

to close the increasing gap between 29. I.D. and 30. I.D.

• Rifle Company (35th I.D.) (Se citizen soldier pdf.)

Or any Confident / Trained rifle company from Overlord

Hill 192 and the eastern flank

2. Inf. Div. 2. I.D. was responsible for the extreme eastern flank and for taking the fortified hill 192.

Behind the hill was the main highway St. Lô – Bayuex, an important logistic road. The

division takes all of their objectives above all expectations and takes the hill the 11th of

july. Opening up the possiblity of assault on the city.

• Rifle Company (2nd I.D.)

29. Inf. Div. 29. I.D. was, in addition to take the city, supposed to take the Martinville ridge which was

close the main highway and St. Lô. They met heavy resistance and fared worse than the 2.

I.D. They take their objectives the 13th of july

• Rifle Company (29th I.D.)

Independent Tank

battalions

The infantry divisions at Hill 192 and the other hilly ridges were supported by extra tank

battalions to break through the defences.

• Independent tank battalion (Se citizen soldier pdf.) (C/T)

Core troops

899. Tank destroyer

battalion

899th Tank destroyer battalion units supported the divisions all over the front during the

operation.

• Tank Destroyer Company (899th) (C/V)

• Tank Destroyer Company (644th) (C/T)

German companies and their historical positionsWestern flank

Panzer Lehr Div.

(remnants)

Panzer lehr had been hit hard in their fighting against the British. A recent transfer

has pitted them against the US 30. I.D.

901. and 902. Panzer grenadier regiments had the assingment of holding the

western flank and relieving the crumbling grenadier battlegroups. They will be

counter attacking the sector the 10th and 11th july, failling to retake Ie Desert.

• Panzergrenadierkompanie (Lehr)

Gepanzerte Panzergrenadierkompanie (Lehr)

Panzerpionierkompanie (Lehr)

• Gepanzerte Panzerpionierkompanie (Lehr)

• Panzerspähkompagnie (lehr)

• Aufklarungskwadron (lehr)

• Panzerkompanie (Lehr)

• Any fortified Lehr company

17. SS Panzergrendier Div.

(remnants)

On the 9th of july elements of the 17. SS.P.gren.D. og 2. SS. P.D. attack the western

flank of the US 9.I.D. in order to stop the american advance towards the river Vire

which is forming a natural defence line for the Germans

• SS-Panzerkompanie

SS-Aufklärungsschwadron

• SS-Panzergrenadierkompanie

• Any list from: 17.SS -Panzergrenadierdivision in

Normandy

St. Lô”

352. Infantry Div. The famous division to hold Omaha beach has withdrawn and is now in charge of

holding St. Lô and the bocage area north of the city together with other reduced

infantry divisions.

• Grenadierkompanie

• Grenadierkompanie (Fortified)

• Pionierkompanie

• Pionierkompanie (Fortified)

• Füsilierkompanie (352.)

• Stug Abteilung (352.)

Kampfgruppe Kentner The Kampfgruppe was led by Col. Kentner and was only the size of a battalion.

However it gained fame for fighting almost to the last man in the defence of St. Lô.

This is represented by a F/V SS company.

• SS-Panzergrenadierkompanie

Hill 192 and the eastern flank

3. Falschirmjaeger Div. The fallschirmjaegers were the perfect pick for the defence of hill 192 (the tallest

hill in the area), Martinville Ridge and the Eastern flank. Their assignment was to

hold the hilly terrain which gave the LOS advantage for artillery fire missions and to

hold the highway to Bayeux. They held the terrain and made it costly for the US in

the early attacks in June, before the battle of St. Lô began. The area fell into allied

hands the 11-13th of july.

• Fallschirmjägerkompanie

• Fallschirmpionierkompanie

• Fallschirmjägerkompanie (Fortified)

• Fallschirmpionierkompanie (Fortified)

2. Panzer div. The elements at the battle of St. Lô were often supported by either tank or

sturmgeschutz units all over the front. Which is why we are allowing the 2nd panzer

units to be fielded. The 2nd Panzer div. Was located on the Eastern flank of the 3rd

parachute divisio.

• Panzergrenadierkompanie (2.)

Gepanzerte Panzergrenadierkompanie (2.)

• Panzerkompanie (2.)

• Panzerspähkompanie (2.)

• Aufklärungsschwadron (2.)

US. 29. Div

US. 2. Div

US. 30. Div

US. 9. Div

LW. 3rd Para.Div

WM. 352. Div

WM. PzLehr

17. SS

BG Heintz

US. 29. Div US. 2.

Div

US. 30. Div

US. 9. Div

US. 35. Div

US. 3rd Arm.

LW. 3rd Para.Div

WM. 352. Div

WM. PzLehr

17. SS

2. SS support

BG Heintz

LW. 5. Div 13.

regiment

US. 29. Div

US. 2. Div

US. 30. Div

US. 9. Div

US. 35. Div

US. 3rd Arm.

LW. 3rd Para.Div

WM. 352. Div

WM. PzLehr

17. SS

LW. 5. Div

BG Heintz

US. 1. Div