ROADBLOCK AT LAUTERBACH**

US vs Soviet*
US Assault**

Lauterbach, West Germany*
May 19, 1985*
Turns: 25*
Scenario Size: Small**

Design: Mike Torrance*
doubledeuce@combat-campaigns.com*
Tested by: (TBD)**

__BRIEFIING:*

On the morning of of May 18, 1985 Warsaw Pact airborne forces drop deep behind NATO lines and begin setting up blocking positions to prevent reinforcements from reaching the front lines. After heavy fighting throughout the day several Pact units have obtained their goals. One such unit has managed to set up a strongpoint located at Lauterbach and the surrounding hills.**

After resupplying with fuel and ammunition 2nd Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 8th infantry Division (Silver Lions) heads East past Frankfurt on their way to previously prepared defensive positions. Overhead, NATO and Pact aircraft battle for control of the air. The village of Lauterbach sits along the Battalion's main route of march to their defensive positions and the fighting to the East.**

Battalion Command has ordered that D Company, 2nd Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 8th Infantry Division attack just before dawn on May 19, 1985 to clear the village of Lauterbach and two key surrounding hills  (Hill 300 and Hill 312). Climbing into your turret just before dawn you order your men to begin the attack.**

__ENEMY INTELLIGENCE:*

According to intelligence, the estimated Soviet forces in and around Lauterbach should be less than company in size. Light enemy vehicles have been reported in the area so caution is advised.**

You should also know that during the previous night West German scouts have managed to infiltrate the objective area and should be in place to provide you extra intelligence on the enemy's positions. These units will fall under your command upon your arrival on the field.