** Black Eagle and Barbary Lion

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Thanks for the compliments. I hope the scenario lives up to your expectations. I prioritized playability over historical accuracy, although historical accuracy was a close second. And yes, a ton of research and painstaking work (especially on the map) went into creating this scenario.

When I was researching this scenario, I was surprised to discover that historically, this action was an undeniable tactical victory for the French. Most people think only of the severe defeat suffered by the French in 1940. What this battle (and hopefully this scenario) shows is that when well-led and well-equipped, French troops were more than capable of achieving victory. It also shows the limitations of early war Blitzkrieg tactics when faced with well-planned fixed defenses and determined defenders.

One last thing: this scenario and the Night Rules scenario ** Find a Way Through are intended as "brother and sister" scenarios. They both depict actions in central Belgium, with some of the same units involved (especially on the German side) and just three days apart.