Arras1:The Push for Peronne - The Matrix Games version of West Front

The armored spearhead of the German XIX Panzer Corps thrust west and south toward the channel coast. The German advance paralleled the French east -west defensive lines protecting Paris to the south. At St. Quentin the Allied defensive line turned sharply northward toward Lille. On May 20th lead elements of the 10th Panzer Division made contact with the French 9th Army along the line. The town of Peronne was to the south of Arras and the 9th Army had been preparing the area since May 10th. Many defensive positions were in place and the troops were ready. With their backs nearly to the sea the French forces stood with grim determination. The 10th Panzer Division attacked immediately and they encountered fierce resistance from the French defenders. The push for Peronne would not be easy.... Special Thanks to Huib Versloot for mapping and scenario help.