GMT Games By Swords & Bayonets: Great Battles of the American Civil War

Immerse yourself in four pivotal small-scale battles of the American Civil War with this tactical board game from GMT Games. Designed for 1-2 players ages 18+, By Swords & Bayonets features the historically significant encounters at Big Bethel, Mill Springs, New Bern, and Rappahannock Station. Each battle unfolds on a 22" x 17" map with fewer than 50 combat units per side, making it an ideal introduction to the award-winning Great Battles of the American Civil War series. Players command regimental-level forces in scenarios that can be completed in about 4 hours. The game includes detailed maps, unit counters, organizational cards, and comprehensive rule sets that bring these lesser-known but strategically important engagements to life. Whether defending a river crossing or launching a dawn assault, you'll face the same tactical challenges as the original commanders while learning the core mechanics of this celebrated wargaming series. Perfect for both newcomers and experienced players looking to explore these decisive smaller battles that helped shape the course of the war.

Features:
-GAME CONTENT: Features four historic Civil War battles - Big Bethel, Mill Springs, New Bern, and Rappahannock Station, each playable on a 22" x 17" map with detailed tactical scenarios
-GAMEPLAY SCALE: Regimental-level combat with fewer than 50 combat units per side, representing 50 men or one cannon per Strength Point on 140-yard hex maps
-PLAYING TIME: Each game turn represents 1 hour of battle time, with complete scenarios playable in 4+ hours, perfect for an afternoon session
-COMPONENTS: Includes two map sheets, eight organizational cards, four TEC disorder charts, scenario book, rules booklet, two 10-sided dice, and 1/2-inch game counters
-ACCESSIBILITY: Ideal introduction to the Great Battles of the American Civil War series, designed for 1-2 players ages 18 and up with manageable force sizes and detailed mechanics