Third Time's a Charm - Campaign Series: Middle East 1948 -1985

[Abu Ageila, Sinai, Egypt]: [H2H][HIS][CSL]: Abu Ageila and Umm Katef were the center of attention for a third time in as many decades. Unlike the previous two engagements in 1948 and 1956, the Israeli's had two weeks to prepare for their assault on the heavily defended and fortified area. The plan involved a division sized unit, including; an armoured brigade, an infantry brigade, six battalions of artillery, a parachute battalion, an independent tank battalion and additional assets. The Israeli 14th Armour Brigade was tasked with capturing the road to Umm Katef, clearing the road, and allowing the 99th Infantry Brigade and artillery assets to move into position for the night assault Umm Katef, which was defended by the Egyptian 12th Infantry Brigade, supported by artillery and armour. In support of the main assault, an armoured task force was to push its way through the desert along the Batur Track to set a roadblock the Abu Ageila - El Arish highway to prevent Egyptian reinforcement. In addition, a parachute battalion was to be landed via helicopter behind Umm Katef to neutralize the Egyptian artillery. To the south, an infantry force was to tie down the Egyptian 10th Infantry Brigade at Kusseima. It was a good plan, but plans rarely survive first contact. [ALL: NOVV][NOTE: Many of the Egyptian formations start the scenario fixed and will be released during the course of the scenario. This is in an attempt to recreate the flow of the actual battle.][1.00]