Hood Strikes North: The Tennessee Campaign, Fall 1864

Get ready to relive one of the most dramatic moments of the American Civil War with Hood Strikes North! This game is the latest addition to the acclaimed Great Campaigns of the American Civil War (GCACW) series, putting you in command of General John Bell Hood's desperate offensive in November 1864, through Tennessee, in an attempt to capture Union-held Nashville. The Union forces, initially scattered and unprepared, were under the patient leadership of Major General George Thomas, the 'Rock of Chickamauga.' Can you change the course of history and lead Hood to victory, or will Thomas manage to halt the Rebel advance and secure the defeat of the Army of Tennessee? The game comes with a detailed map, two counter sheets, and limited special rules, making it an excellent entry point for newcomers to the GCACW series. The map design, by Charlie Kibler, maintains the high graphic standards of the series, based on 19th-century Tennessee county maps. The basic GCACW series rules, refined for over 25 years, are well-organized and easy to learn. Additionally, advanced rules cover specific situations from the November-December 1864 period. Hood Strikes North offers eight basic game scenarios and one advanced campaign, all extensively playtested, including introductory skirmishes like 'Here Come the Rebels!' and 'That Devil Forrest,' as well as crucial scenarios like 'The Race for Columbia,' 'We Will Make the Fight,' and the epic 'The Battle of Nashville.' The full campaign, 'Hood Strikes North,' spans the entire period from November 23 to December 24, 1864, with 32 turns of pure strategy and tension. Components include rulebooks, a 22" x 32" full-color map sheet, 560 counters, a Terrain Effects Chart, force displays, and six-sided dice. It's a treat for historical wargame enthusiasts who want to dive deep into the American Civil War.