CONTACT!: The Canadian Army Tactical Training Wargame (1980) (Professional Wargaming)

CONTACT! was a development of the WRG 1979 modern wargaming rules and the US Army Battle Simulation, Dunn Kempf. They were widely used by the Canadian Army towards the end of the Cold War. The wargame accurately models the potential battles in Europe between the Canadian Army and the advancing Soviets. In addition to being fun to play, CONTACT aimed to be worthwhile training in: Canadian and Soviet combined armed tactics Weapons capabilities and effects The correct employment of indirect fire, such as artillery and mortars The use of terrain The use of smoke The use of obstacles. This version has been updated by John Curry to include: Foreword by Peter Perla Weapon cards for British and American vehicles Canadian Army ORBAT for 1980s Introductory notes comparing these rules with the 1979 WRG version Extensive detailed notes on Soviet tactics 1950 - 2000 The History of Wargaming Project is edited by John Curry. It aims to present the very best wargaming books and rules to a modern audience. Read more