January 3-4, 1945.*
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Welcome to Belgium, commander. Helluva place, ain't it? As you know, the 17th Airborne is replacing the US 11th Armored division, and once the changover is completed tonight, will move straight into the attack tomorrow morning. Your batalion is ordered to occupy the woods south of Monti. The locals call the woods the Bois de Fragette.*
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The 11th Armored division commander has informed me heavy panzer forces are nearby. Our occupation of the woods will be the prelude to our planned advance tomorrow. If you are attacked, needless to say defend your positions with all possible means.*
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Game Notes:*
1. You will need at least a draw to advance to the next scenario.* 2. Keep map text turned on.*
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Historical Note: The Bois de Fragette was the 1st Bn, 513th's first action. Accurate German artillery fire caused several casualties among the troops as they were in the process of digging into the frozen ground. The germans immediately organized a probing attack which came as a surprise, and while several tanks were destroyed by bazooka teams, others broke through into the rear area for a short time. Unsupported by infantry, those tanks soon retreated.*



