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Posted on Jun 2, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Battle Academy 2: Battle of Kursk – PC Game Review

'Battle Academy 2: Battle of Kursk' offers ease of play and vast replay opportunity, and the feel of the scenarios is historical, perhaps more so than other â€œgrognardâ€ games.

Posted on May 28, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Combat Mission: Black Sea – PC Game Review

'Combat Mission: Black Sea' depicts a fictional future conflict between NATO, Ukraine, and Russia in the year 2017.

Posted on May 21, 2015 in Front Page Features, War College

The History of Memorial Day

Memorial Day in the United States officially began as Decoration Day following the Civil War. A short history of the Memorial Day observance.

Posted on May 19, 2015 in Boardgames, Front Page Features

Blue Cross, White Ensign – Boardgame Review

'Blue Cross, White Ensign' focuses on the Imperial Russian Navy's battles with its Swedish and Turkish opponents. John Paul Jones would have played this gameâ€”and so should you.

Posted on May 13, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Making History: The Great War

'Making History: The Great War' isn't going to win any eye-candy awards, but the game provides a superlative experience in learning, creativity and entertainment.

Posted on May 8, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Brother Against Brother – PC Game Review

'Brother against Brother: The Drawing of the Sword' is a highly detailed, historically accurate, turn-based tactical game about the American Civil War. Its unique combat system allows the player to gain an in-depth look at mid-nineteenth century combat.

Posted on May 1, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Order of Battle: Pacific – PC Game Review

'Order of Battle: Pacific' is the Pacific Theater 'Panzer General'-style game you've been waiting for, with straightforward mechanics and good-looking graphics.

Posted on Apr 28, 2015 in Boardgames, Front Page Features

Brave and Noble Fights – Boardgame Review

'Brave and Noble Fights' covers two battles of the 1894â€“1895 Sino-Japanese War, the Battle of the Yalu and the Battle of Wei Hai Wei.

Posted on Apr 22, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Civil War: Bull Run 1861 Game – FREE DOWNLOAD CODES

HexWar is offering 10 free download codes through ArmchairGeneral.com for the new iOS game Civil War: Bull Run 1861

Posted on Apr 21, 2015 in Front Page Features, War College

Ralph Peters’ Civil War Insights – Part 3

Ralph Peters concludes his 3-part series of insights on the Civil War with a look at three Confederate generals: Robert E. Lee, Jubal Early, and Wade Hampton.

Posted on Apr 14, 2015 in Front Page Features, War College

Ralph Peters’ Civil War Insights – Part 2

Part 2 of a 3-part series of analyst and author Ralph Peter's insights into the Civil War

Posted on Apr 13, 2015 in Boardgames, Front Page Features

Warfighter – Card Game Review

'Warfighter: The Tactical Special Forces Card Game' from DVG is a slick, innovative game for 1-6 players with a variety of missions set in the Middle East and South America.

Posted on Apr 9, 2015 in Front Page Features, War College

Ralph Peters’ Civil War Insights – Part 1

Acclaimed strategist and best-selling author Ralph Peters examines Americaâ€™s Civil War. Part 1 of 3 includes the skill & endurance of Johnny Reb, the meaning of the Confederate battle flag, and a comparison of Lincoln & Davis.

Posted on Apr 7, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Naval Action – MMO Preview

A preview of 'Naval Action,' an MMO that immerses players in Age of Sail combat with beautiful graphics and sound to enhance its challenging gameplay.

Posted on Mar 24, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Wings Over Flanders Fields – PC Game Review

"Wings Over Flanders Fields" takes what is arguably the best WW1 air war simulator on the market and expands on what it offers players.

Posted on Mar 17, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Vietnam ’65 – PC Game Review

In any given turn in the game 'Vietnam '65' you may be building bases, gathering intelligence on the enemy, launching artillery and air strikes, training ARVN infantry and resupplying units.

Posted on Mar 13, 2015 in Electronic Games, Front Page Features

Medieval Battle: Europe! – FREE Download Codes

Enter to win one of 10 free download codes for the iOS game Medieval Battles: Europe!

Posted on Mar 11, 2015 in Armchair Reading, Front Page Features

Armchair General May 2015 – The End of the Civil War

The May 2015 issue of Armchair General magazine features an article by Ralph Peters on the desperate situation Robert E. Lee faced in the final days of the Civil War - plus articles on WWI, the Pacific War, French and Indian War and more.

Posted on Mar 4, 2015 in Armchair Reading, Front Page Features

Uncommon Valor â€“ Real Heroes

The latest version of Uncommon Valor - Real Heroes recognizes Army Staff Sgt. Jeffrey M. Dawson, Army Sgt. Bryan C. Anderson, Air Force Master Ivan Ruiz and Navy Seabee diver Robert D. Stethem.

Posted on Feb 24, 2015 in Boardgames, Front Page Features