It is early September 1943 and the fire of the Pacific war is raging. In a bold move, the Japanese have landed an invasion force on the American-held island of Nauru.
At great cost, they have seized 70% of the island. Only the center of the island remains in American hands. The runway at Hawkins Field(A5) is still being operated, though shelled frequently, and the Marine outpost known as Camp Apache (V4) is trying to shore up the western & southern flanks. The Japanese are preparing for the final push to overrun the American bases & claim the entire island for the Empire.
A coded message has been received by the brass at Hawkins. Help is on the way. Pearl is sending two carrier task groups, code named Granite & Hammer, to save the besieged defenders before it is too late! The Navy must move quickly. Intelligence has reported that Japanese spotters have located the inbound vessels and reported their heading & probable destination. The Japanese have sent their own fleets to intercept and destroy the Naval rescue mission and help finish of the defenders of Nauru if necessary. Last known position was 2 days behind the American fleet's estimated arrival.
Allied Orders:1. Defend Hawkins field(A5) and Camp Apache(V4) at all costs. Hold out until help arrives.
2. Naval forces must establish a beachhead (capture a coastal base).
3. Battle inland, seizing ground until you have an uninterrupted linkup with Hawkins field for a minimum of 48 hrs. to get wounded out and supplies in.
4. Fend off the Japanese interceptor fleets before they can destroy the precious beachhead.
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Axis Orders:1. Attack and seize Hawkins Field(A5) and Camp Apache(V4), seizing control of Nauru Island.
2. Defend against enemy Naval invasion operations.
3. Keep the encircled American bases isolated from any help they could receive from the American Navy.
4. Once Japanese Naval forces arrive on scene, seek out and destroy the enemy amphibious & naval forces.
Setup information:
This is a totally fictional setup taking place in mid-'43. It is not meant to mimic any actual battles that took places. All names & places are just part of the story. Enjoy folks!
Terrain: Guadalc
Friendly Icons: 3k
Enemy icons: Off
Below radar: 200ft.
Base capture: 10 troops
Auto ack: 0.33
Manned ack: 1.0
Fuel burn: 1.0
Allies=Bishops
Axis=Knights
