First published in 1971, with a second edition in 1979, these rules were revolutionary for their time. This is the Australian "yellow cover" printing from July 1979.
They were written to allow wargamers to replay even the largest battles from the horse and musket era 1685-1845.
Standard six sided dice were used throughout and the rules incorporated an alternate move system. Alternative basing and scales were supplied for figures ranging from 5mm to 30mm. The approximate ratio was 1 figure representing 40-50 men. This scale made it feasible to recreate historical battles upon the table top at the grand tactical level. Wargamers used them for Marlborough’s battles, the Highland rebellions, the battles of Frederick the Great, in addition to the Seven Years War, the War of American Independence, campaigns in India, the French Revolutionary Wars and Napoleonic Wars.
This copy is Very Good condition. There is some minor shelf wear. As always, the photos are of the item you will receive.