Bloody April - 1917 is a campaign game from Terry Goodchild’s ‘Wings over France’ rules for solitaire play of WWI aerial combat during the Battle of Arras. Like all the combat of the war the offensive took a terrible toll, but in the air the Allied losses were especially heavy compared to those of Germany. This campaign attempts to recreate that bloody month . . .

ASSIGNMENTS & REPORTS


To the Men of the Amiens Sector:

We are about to undertake a great offensive. It will prove to be a challenge for all of you and your aircraft. Because of the defensive nature of the Hun air strategy we must take the battle to him, which we will do with the utmost vigor. Remember always our primary responsibility is to provide assistance to the ground forces; this is the highest priority, and to do so, we must do everything possible to protect our reconnaissance and observation aircraft. Set forth and do battle knowing that with you are the confidence and heart-felt appreciation of a grateful nation.
Colonel J.B. Wagner-Stowe DSO
Commanding Officer, Amiens Sector

Tuesday, 29 December 2009

54 Sqdrn. 'B' Flight - Twilight Patrol - 2 April, 1917.

Sir:

After our successful offensive line patrol this afternoon, Capt Edeline allowed me to head back out to strafe the enemy and encourage our troops. I think the heavy cloud had a lot to do with his decision.

I flew southeast from Corbie, turning northeast to reach the lines between Mercatel and Bapaume. I made may way methodically northward, waving to our troops as I made the Germans scurry for cover. My gun did jam once, but I cleared it easily and made a second strafing pass over the same area, just so the Germans wouldn't think they were getting away with anything.

A light rain was falling by the time I arrived southeast of Arras. I'd covered a good stretch of the lines and expended most of my ammunition, so I headed for home in the failing light.

(signed) 2nd Lieutenant Harvey Clark
"B" Flight, No. 54 Sqdn RFC
April 2, 1917

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Victory Points
Patrolled 5 Hexes +10
Trench Strafing +23
Total +33
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