Stonewall's Last Battle: The Chancellorsville Campaign

The Avalon Hill Game Co · Board game · 1996

— Ludopedia 7.6 BGG 1–2 · best 2 Solo 180 min Weight 3.2/5

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FOR GENRE FANS

For fans of historical wargames with healthy complexity, Stonewall's Last Battle is a time machine. You'll feel like a Civil War general, planning every move and calculating risks. The detailed map and numerous counters create authentic immersion, but be warned - this is strictly for genre enthusiasts. The Chancellorsville campaign comes alive in ways history books can't convey.

Highlights

Deep historical immersion
Beautiful, detailed map
Solid strategic mechanics

Keep in mind

Too complex for beginners
Long play sessions (3h+)
Basic components (typical wargame)

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Stonewall's Last Battle: The Chancellorsville Campaign is the fifth volume in the acclaimed Great Campaigns of the American Civil War series. This game lets you recreate General 'Fighting Joe' Hooker's bold campaign, from his daring flank march across the Rappahannock River to the climactic battles around Chancellorsville. It features a beautifully rendered map of central Virginia, covering areas like The Wilderness and Fredericksburg, plus the Rapidan and Rappahannock Rivers - all based on authentic Civil War-era maps. With a scale of 1 hex = 1 mile and turns representing one day each, you'll command divisions and brigades, making strategic decisions that could alter history. The game includes 520 counters, dice, reference charts, and even an ammunition pad to track expenditures - perfect for history buffs who love deep strategic immersion.