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RE: 13-14 Nov 42 - 2/27/2016 10:11:52 PM   
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Your advantage is that you only need some fires (and a bit of luck) to sink his ships

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RE: 13-14 Nov 42 - 2/28/2016 5:17:35 PM   
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Good luck with your WAUS port strike, you can bet he will try to make it as close as a trap as possible.
Your advantage is that you only need some fires (and a bit of luck) to sink his ships


That's what I'm counting on - a couple of 500 pounders on a damaged CA might be enough to put her down.
But I'm nervous this will turn into a CAP trap - the P-38s need to launch from Exmouth at 13 hexes, while the bombers will go from Carnavon (B-24s) and Meekethara (sp?)(B17s).

If weather shuts down the morning sweep, it will be a bloody day....and I really have been trying to conserve the bomber force.

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15-16 Nov 42 - 3/3/2016 7:36:13 PM   
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Highlights – Para drop at Myitkyina fails to carry the base; otherwise pretty quiet.

Jpn ships sunk:
BB:1 (Haruna -finally comes up on the sunk list)
DD: 1 (Kasumi-from earlier mine hit at Broome?)
xAP: 1
AK: 1
SS: 1 (I-26)

Allied ships sunk: None

Air loss:
Jpn: 14
Allied: 07

Subwar:
Jpn: 1 Attacks, 0 ships hit
Allies: 3 Attacks, 2 ships hit (AK sunk, xAK dam)

Jpn Amph Inv: None

Bases lost:
Patung (China)

Bases Liberated: None

SIGINT/Intel: NSTR

West Coast/Admin. BB Indiana w/4DDs is missed by I-2 about 1/3 of the way from West Coast to PH.

In NOPAC, NSTR.

In CENPAC, NSTR.

In SOPAC, LB-30s hit Ocean Island port again, and claim a xAP sunk. IJN APDs are missed by PBYs w/torps as they make a run to Tassafaronga. Otherwise quiet other than continued shipping activity.

In SWPAC, Moresby hit by B-17s, with little damage to show for it, but no CAP nor losses.

In WAUS, last of the B-17Es and P-38Gs arrive in WAUS, but weather is terrible and I figured I’d wait a turn to see if it clears a bit before I hit Broome.

In China, NSTR.

In India/Burma, the 77th LRP begins dropping on Myitkyina, but part of the IJA’s 4th RTA Div just moved in to reinforce the construction Co there – and holds the attack. Allied air is in full support, and will continue to do so. Near Akyab, the IJA decides to attack the two Brit Divs I just started to pull back – and the Brits hold off a major deliberate attack – and found another IJA Div (5th ID) in the process. What surprised me is a lack of IJA air support in the attack. I’m still pulling back a bit here, and also bringing up two more Indian Divisions to the lines from the interior. What I can’t match is the scope of artillery support L_S_T has brought to the party. See combat report below for an example of what he’s got in some stacks…






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RE: 15-16 Nov 42 - 3/4/2016 7:35:14 PM   
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What I can’t match is the scope of artillery support L_S_T has brought to the party.


It looks to me as if your real deficit is in tanks rather than guns.

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RE: 15-16 Nov 42 - 3/4/2016 8:27:24 PM   
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RE: 15-16 Nov 42 - 3/9/2016 6:33:54 PM   
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And I am actually surprised with his poor results as you are out of supply





was low in supply, not out. Both divisions had enough supply, just not full stocks.

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17-18 Nov 42 - 3/9/2016 6:52:10 PM   
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Highlights – Staying relatively quiet....work getting in the way of doing turns on a regular basis though!

Jpn ships sunk:
AD: 1 (old)
xAK: 1 (old – from 8 Dec 41!!)

Allied ships sunk: None

Air loss:
Jpn: 18
Allied: 12

Subwar:
Jpn: 0 Attacks, 0 ships hit
Allies: 2 Attacks, 0 ships hit

Jpn Amph Inv:
Car Nicobar (Burma)

Bases lost:
Ansi (China)

Bases Liberated: None

SIGINT/Intel: NSTR.

West Coast/Admin. NSTR.

In NOPAC, NSTR.

In CENPAC, NSTR.

In SOPAC, NSTR.

In SWPAC, Terapo hit by B-17s, with moderate damage to show for it, but no CAP nor losses.

In WAUS, small IJN convoy arrives at Port Hedland, will attempt a strike with B-26s out of Exmouth next turn. Weather has improved, so will launch strike at Broome port next turn as well.

In China, IJA forces continue to mop up northern China, closing in on Lanchow; Ansi falls.

In India/Burma, the 77th LRP continues to drop and consolidate at Myitkyina, supported by Allied air attacks – no interference from Jpn air. Mines are laid off the coast near Akyab.



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RE: 17-18 Nov 42 - 3/9/2016 7:08:05 PM   
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Jpn ships sunk:

xAK: 1 (old – from 8 Dec 41!!)


It can take almost a full year to confirm a sinking?!

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RE: 17-18 Nov 42 - 3/9/2016 9:32:04 PM   
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19-20 Nov 42 - 3/12/2016 7:27:37 PM   
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Highlights – Airstrike on Broome yields few targets

Jpn ships sunk:
SS: 1 (I-162)
PB: 1
AD: 1
AMc: 1

Allied ships sunk: None

Air loss:
Jpn: 26
Allied: 13

Subwar:
Jpn: 0 Attacks, 0 ships hit
Allies: 7 Attacks, 2 ships hit (xAP dam, PB sunk)
S-45 hit by bomb and crippled off Munda

Jpn Amph Inv: None

Bases lost:
Car Nicobar (Burma)

Bases Liberated: None

SIGINT/Intel: No damaged ships at Broome. Bigger question is where are the IJN CVs???

West Coast/Admin. NSTR.

In NOPAC, NSTR.

In CENPAC, NSTR.

In SOPAC, Kirakira invasion movements begin. Amph TF loaded at Noumea and will start moving toward Vanikoro Is as a staging base. Second wave troops (Engs) begin offloading at Luganville. US Naval forces assemble at Noumea (4CV, 2BB, 10CA, 3CL, 2CLAA, 18 DD) for some quick repair – next turn will divide into TFs and proceed NNE to support amph landings and perhaps do some raiding – all depends on whether the IJN CVs are in position to support near Darwin or Rabaul. I’m assuming the IJN CVs will reveal themselves once we start putting troops ashore.

In SWPAC, recon a/c probe Rabaul for the first time since the fall of Pt. Moresby; 151F, 181B, 199 Aux a/c reported, but only 19 ships – and no warships. Lots of a/c though! Coastal convoys continue to bring in troops and supplies to Horn Is. Bombers rest. Will be prepared to begin amph at Merauke if IJN CVs are confirmed in SOPAC.

In WAUS, Broome raid goes in and only finds an AD and AMc in port – both are sunk. No fighters present and port heavily damaged. Looks like the intended targets just left last turn – port empty. Should have tried with the poor weather! P-38Gs, B-24s, and one of two B-17 Bomb Groups begin transit to SOPAC to support Kirakira and Vaitupu invasions.

In China, two IJA divisions begin pushing south toward Chungking by defeating a well equipped, but poorly supplied Chinese Corps 80m north of the city.

In India/Burma, Allied air continues to pound IJA forces (4th RTA Div) at Myitkyina), but result appear poor; at least casualty wise, I’m hoping they are disrupting the defenders a bit. Elsewhere quiet. Those IJN BBs previously sighted in the Malacca Straits have not been seen since – assume they are at Rangoon, but could also have turned back out of theater. Damaged CL Sendai w/3DD was observed by sub heading south near Phuket – presumably for repairs at Singers.


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RE: 19-20 Nov 42 - 3/12/2016 7:59:21 PM   
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In CENPAC, NSTR.

In SOPAC, Kirakira invasion movements begin. Amph TF loaded at Noumea and will start moving toward Vanikoro Is as a staging base. Second wave troops (Engs) begin offloading at Lunga.


do you own Lunga??

could you post a map? how is your AMPH TF looking like? is it division sized? regiment? APs?
what kind of opposition do you expect?



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RE: 19-20 Nov 42 - 3/12/2016 10:27:53 PM   
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In CENPAC, NSTR.

In SOPAC, Kirakira invasion movements begin. Amph TF loaded at Noumea and will start moving toward Vanikoro Is as a staging base. Second wave troops (Engs) begin offloading at Lunga.


do you own Lunga??

could you post a map? how is your AMPH TF looking like? is it division sized? regiment? APs?
what kind of opposition do you expect?




My BAD!! Luganville....not Lunga!!! Big difference!
Want to establish a AF on Kirakira to support eventual landings on Lunga...some time a bit later....

Landing a reg of the Americal at Kira, reportedly defended by about 200 troops - figure an SNLF Co.

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RE: 19-20 Nov 42 - 3/12/2016 11:25:34 PM   
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It has to be a SNLF Coy. I just destroyed one on Rennel island, intel say 200 troops, ended being a SNLF coy
The problem is that unless you come big/ heavy. he will most likely send the nuclear bombing BBs to make it difficult to build a base

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RE: 19-20 Nov 42 - 3/12/2016 11:50:19 PM   
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RE: 19-20 Nov 42 - 3/15/2016 1:00:18 AM   
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I'm not sure the Japanese are up for a nuclear bombardment TF in this game because of the big shootout at Carnarvon about one month ago in game time.


hopefully, you're right jwolf!! but knowing L_S_T, he'll through something down the slot regardless!

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21-22 Nov 42 - 3/15/2016 1:06:19 AM   
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Highlights – Allied assault on Myitkyina fails

Jpn ships sunk:
PB: 1
xAK: 1

Allied ships sunk:
SS: 1 (S-46)

Air loss:
Jpn: 25
Allied: 18

Subwar:
Jpn: 0 Attacks, 0 ships hit
Allies: 5 Attacks, 3 ships hit (xAK, PB sunk; PB dam)
S-46 sinks from damage near Tulagi

Jpn Amph Inv: None

Bases lost: None

Bases Liberated: None

SIGINT/Intel: NSTR

West Coast/Admin. NSTR.

In NOPAC, USMC Def Bn offloads at Amchitka. Unidentified IJN TF sighted west of Attu heading east – US a/c put on Naval attack and fingers crossed for good weather.

In CENPAC, APs arrive from West Coast and begin offloading their charges. They will reload next turn with troops bound for Baker Is invasion and head to staging area at Christmas Is.

In SOPAC, Kirakira Amph TF will reach Vanikoro next turn. Warships will depart Noumea next turn in two CV TFs and a Surf TF. Two Heavy BGs and P-38s arrive in Theater from OZ; Heavies will begin hitting Tulagi AF next turn. So far, all prep going according to plan; no indication of IJN response, but I’m sure the increased presence of Heavies will be a strong indicator that something is afoot….

In SWPAC, P-38s sweep Buna, no CAP. Heavies and Mediums rest in prep for hitting Port Moresby next turn. Emily shot down over Horn. Goal is too keep L_S_T’s attention here until troops are ashore at Kirakira by keeping pressure up on New Guinea bases. Troops and shipping remain ready at Townsville to load for Merauke once KB is located in SOPAC.

In WAUS, with the departure of the Heavies and the CV Naval air from Lex and Sara, a/c allocation in Theater is minimal. One remaining Heavy BG will begin focusing on Port Hedland next turn. This turn, an enemy TF is sighted at Port Hedland – likely a supply run. Will see if Exmouth air can engage next turn.

In China, NSTR.

In India/Burma, 77th LRP Bde is held in its attack at Myitkyina, and its time to refocus air assets at troops moving up near Shwebo. I was a turn or two late at Myitkyina, time enough for the RTA div to move in. Will attempt to hold 77th at Myitkyina and await relief moving in towards Wazrup. Other RTA elements (2+Div) attack the 63rd IN Bde at Katha which holds – for now. Another major force (30K +) are observed moving near Shwebo – probably to break the ring cutting off the RTA forces. With the amount of troops L_S_T has committed in Theater, the initiative is slipping back to the IJA. Goal remains to atritt the IJA air and ground forces, but need to be a bit more careful now. No chance of advance for the moment – will be hard pressed to hold in some areas.


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RE: 21-22 Nov 42 - 3/15/2016 1:28:35 PM   
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RE: 21-22 Nov 42 - 3/15/2016 3:59:50 PM   
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L_S_T are you calling him a Large_Slow_Target?

That is his actual moniker on this forum.

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RE: 21-22 Nov 42 - 3/15/2016 5:49:55 PM   
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US a/c put on Naval attack and fingers crossed for good weather.


In late November the odds aren't good -- but I'm rooting for you!

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RE: 21-22 Nov 42 - 3/17/2016 4:15:27 AM   
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US a/c put on Naval attack and fingers crossed for good weather.


In late November the odds aren't good -- but I'm rooting for you!



Agreed, but its the only option I can muster

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23-24 Nov 42 - 3/17/2016 4:24:45 AM   
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Highlights – Bad day in the air in Burma.

Jpn ships sunk:
AD: 1

Air loss:
Jpn: 73
Allied: 66

Subwar:
Jpn: 0 Attacks, 0 ships hit
Allies: 0 Attacks, 0 ships hit

Jpn Amph Inv: None

Bases lost: None

Bases Liberated: None

SIGINT/Intel: NSTR

West Coast/Admin. NSTR.

In NOPAC, NSTR.

In CENPAC, troops for the Baker Is adventure begin loading transports at PH, bound for Christmas Is.

In SOPAC, Tulagi AF is hit with good effect and is shut down. No CAP. Two US CV TF (ea w/2CV, BB, 3CA, CL, CLAA, 7DD) move east of Ndeni and will sortie towards Tarawa/Ocean Is area to strike shipping and bases in the Gilberts. Kirakira is reportedly undefended, and US Amph TF (CVE, CL, 2DD, DE, 2DMS, 5AP, 2AK) will depart Vanikoro to land troops, escorted by CA TF (4CA, CL, 7DD). Don’t expect any immediate response, so CVs will hunt other targets. CAP for Amph provided by CVE Long Island as well as LRCAP out of Ndeni. Follow on troops being loading transports at Luganville. Goal here is to secure Kirakira quickly and put half a dozen engineers on the island rapidly, then emphasis will move to re-taking Vaitupu and then Baker. These landings, along with CVs hitting targets in the Gilberts should create enough turbulence in the water to bring the KB out to play – not trying to engage it, but draw it out of where I think its lurking – NW OZ.

In SWPAC, Moresby hit with moderate effect, no CAP. B-17s will hit Buna next, led by a P-38 sweep. Will continue to keep some pressure up, but until I can firmly confirm the KB isn’t laying in wait, Merauke invasion is on hold.

In WAUS, B-17s hit Port Hedland and are met by some Oscar IIAs on CAP – 4 are destroyed on the gound, but damage to the AF is minimal and the cost is 2 B-17s. Will sweep next turn with F4Fs and hit the AF again.

In China, NSTR.

In India/Burma, B-24s targeting troops moving near Shwebo turned into a costly raid. While the B-24s did well, causing almost 1000 casualties, they were met by a very robust CAP of over the target – and the problem was the sweeps came in late, and the primary sweepers were shut down by weather. By the end of two days, 11 B-24s were lost to air-air or ops, and the fighters didn’t do well either – P-40Es especially were hit hard, as some were draw into the fight as escorts at extended range: 24 P-40E, 12 P-40K, and 8 F4Fs were lost in exchange for 16 A6M3a, 9 Oscar IIb, and 3 Tojo. Not good. The B-24s will need to rest and recover for a week! The bright spot (of sorts) was another ground assault on the two Brit Divs pulling back near Akyab – they held two attacks, but the attacks have drained almost all supplies. Hopefully the heavy IJA losses will prohibit another attack - This ground attack was also supported heavily by air – including Helens for the first time. Nettys suffered heavily from Flak, with 17 failing to return. Will put some fighters up to cover next turn.


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25-26 Nov 42 - 3/21/2016 6:42:50 PM   
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Highlights – Kirakira amphib goes in and CVE Long Island lost – Major opportunity missed; Cox’s Bazaar bombarded by BBs

Jpn ships sunk:
TK: 1 (small)
xAK: 1

Allied ships sunk:
CVE: 1 (Long Island)
AMc: 1
MGB: 2

Air loss:
Jpn: 52
Allied: 54

Subwar:
Jpn: 0 Attacks, 0 ships hit
Allies: 3 Attacks, 1 ships hit (xAK sunk)

Jpn Amph Inv: None

Allied Amph Inv:
Kirakira (SOPAC)

Bases lost: None

Bases Liberated: None

SIGINT/Intel: Apparently the mini KB is off Tulagi...found the hard way again.

West Coast/Admin. NSTR.

In NOPAC, NSTR.

In CENPAC, loading completed at PH with troops bound for Christmas Is.

In SOPAC, so much for not expecting much of a reaction…L_S_T tells me it was a fluke, just had the Mini-KB (Junyo, Hiyo and Zuiho?) move down from Ocean Island area to just off Tulagi to provide a CAP trap over the base – instead, perfect position for hitting the Kirakira Amph and Surf TF with strikes – narrowly missing the US CVs heading NE. US CV TFs hit Tulagi, Ocean, Nauru and Tabiteuea bases with minimal effect – sighted, but did not strike, a small convoy off Tarawa for some reason. Not smart to not cover the Kirakira landings in hindsight, and a major opportunity missed to hit 2CVs and a CVL with 4 CVs!!! Argh!! The two IJN airstrikes succeeded in sinking the CVE Long Island (an unlucky ship in four or so WiTP games I’ve played – always seems to draw fire and sink when covering landings!), CA Indianapolis is hit by a torp and will need yard work (46 float), and two APs dam by Vals – one will need yard work. All three, barring subs should make port. CAP didn’t do poorly, but not strong enough to thwart the attacks. In any case, troops were landed and the 200 odd defenders should be brushed aside shortly by the 164th IN Reg. Reasonably sure the IJN CVs will not pursue as the Amph and CA TF withdrawal to Ndeni and then Luganville, but they will have good LRCAP cover from Ndeni. US CVs will attempt to engage the enemy shipping sighted near Tarawa, then pull back towards Ndeni to cover the second wave troops (more engineers) now loaded and waiting at Ndeni – the chance to catch the Mini-KB is passed. Plan remains to build up Kirakira, then switch support to landings at Vaitupu, then Baker Is with US CVs in support.



In SWPAC, preceded by P-38F sweeps, B-17s hit Buna with minimal effect. No CAP. PBYs sight an IJN TF with one reported CVL heading toward Merauke – not sure what to make of this yet – possible resupply run perhaps? In any case, Horn Is and Portland Roads will hope to be in range next turn.

In WAUS, another mess of a turn. Like the CVE Long Island, Banshees have some bad luck. Banshees attempt to hit transports at Port Hedland, but the F4F sweep was late, and the B-17s didn’t do much to the AF – so… 13 of 16 Banshees were lost….ugh. Will attempt to better coordinate a strike next turn. PBYs also sight a reported tanker convoy well off to the NE of Port Hedland – a possible CV TF instead?

In China, NSTR.

In India/Burma, the BB TF (2BB, 2CL, DDs) sighted a while ago, finally makes an appearance, but not off Akyab – it bombards Cox’s Bazaar with moderate effect – 20 dam to the field and port, and only 3 a/c destroyed. Unfortunately apparently the weather closed down the Allied AFs, as no naval strike was launched, despite the BBs being sighted and in range of both Chittagong and Cox’s Bazaar. Inland, B-24s rest while the mediums do little to ground targets as the IJA looks to be moving in force north of Shwebo towards Katha.


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RE: 25-26 Nov 42 - 3/21/2016 6:52:39 PM   
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RE: 25-26 Nov 42 - 3/23/2016 11:47:32 PM   
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Long Island is the least useful CVE, not a big loss


No question..

Still frustrated at the missed opportunity by poorly utilizing my CVs!

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27-28 Nov 42 - 3/23/2016 11:53:46 PM   
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Highlights – Bad day in Burma! Kirakira SNLF CO still holds against US Reg

Jpn ships sunk: None

Jpn ships unsunk:
BB: 1 (Haruna -really thought she’d gone down!!)
CL: 1 (Isuzu)

Allied ships sunk: None

Air loss:
Jpn: 43
Allied: 101

Subwar:
Jpn: 1 Attack, 0 ships hit
Allies: 0 Attacks, 0 ships hit

Jpn Amph Inv: None

Allied Amph Inv: None

Bases lost:
Neikang (China)

Bases Liberated: None

SIGINT/Intel: Imperial Guards Div is reported to be moving by ship to Koepang – pulling out of Port Hedland??

West Coast/Admin. Two slow convoys (one from LA, one from SF) depart for PH.

In NOPAC, NSTR.

In CENPAC, Troop convoy departs PH for Christmas Is.

In SOPAC, the lone SNLF Co defending Kirakira holds off two attacks by the 164th IN Reg!! Not good! Will attempt a shock attack next turn, supported by airstrikes. A bloody company!!! This was supposed to be quick. At any rate, US CVs moving back to support second wave troops – engineers – which will depart Ndeni. Reserve of another Infantry Reg and a USMC Para Bn have been alerted to move to Kirakira if the 164th continues to have problems. On a positive note, L_S_T hasn’t tried to reinforce, and the initial Amph TF is about to dock at Luganville, having avoided the sub gauntlet.

In SWPAC, NSTR.

In WAUS, looks like the ships heading to Port Hedland weren’t bringing in troops, but perhaps pulling the Imperial Guard Division out, back to Koepang. Perhaps reducing the troops in the outer perimeter..

In China, Neikiang falls as the noose tightens.

In India/Burma, it was a bad day. Sweeps didn’t fly in the AM turn, and L_S_T had plenty of LRCAP waiting north of Shwebo to support his drive to link up with Katha. Caught in the maelstrom were three squadrons of unlucky Brit Vengences – losing 36 planes! Mess up with two day turns, it’s twice as painful!! In addition, 36 fighters fall in exchange for about 27. Not good. Will stand down the India-Burma air to regroup. On the ground, the IJA’s 56th Div and three infantry Regiments destroy the Brit screening Cav squadron just north of Shwebo. Bottom line is that L_S_T has thrown in about 6 divisions to Burma to meet my threat – more than enough to stabilize the situation, and regain the initiative. Another Indian Div is enroute from the interior, and the US 43rd Div is departing Cape Town next turn. Goal now is to hold the line in Burma, not India – burning Jpn supplies and continuing an attritional fight, both in the air and on the ground.

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Highlights –Kirakira falls and another disaster avoided, but opportunity missed.

Jpn ships sunk:
BB: 1 (Haruna – back on the sunk list!)
SS: 2 (I-18, I-27)

Allied ships sunk:
DD: 1 (Henley)
DE: 1 (Barker)
PT: 1

Air loss:
Jpn: 49
Allied: 21

Subwar:
Jpn: 1 Attack, 0 ships hit
Allies: 7 Attacks, 2 ships hit (CM and xAK hit)

Jpn Amph Inv: None

Allied Amph Inv: None

Bases lost: None

Bases Liberated:
Kirakira (SOPAC)
Warazup (Burma)

SIGINT/Intel: NSTR

West Coast/Admin. Slow convoy departs LA for Auck

In NOPAC, NSTR.

In CENPAC, first of a number of troop convoys begins offloading at Christmas Is for the CENPAC build up. This will be a long slow process, but it’s time to reduce some of the buildup at PH.

In SOPAC, some good news, and missed opportunities at Kirakira. The good news was that the 164th IN Reg, supported by air attacks, takes the base in the first assault, destroying the SNLF Co. There were missed opportunities were for both sides (at least so far). On my part, I managed NOT to set my CV TFs to “remain on station”, just east of Stewart Island – so instead of providing vigilant support, they withdrew back to Ndeni where they sucked all the fuel I had built up there….surprisingly, I didn’t have Fletcher in charge deciding to withdraw, it was all me. So of course, with my CVs now away, L_S_T puts a CA TF (6CA, 4DD) to Kira for mayhem – but here’s where I get lucky (at least so far), the CA TF sinks the TR TF’s ASW TF of a DD and DE, and brushes aside the PTs, but for some unknown reason fails to engage the transports unloading engineers at Kira! The CA TF does bombard Kirakira with little effect and remains at the base hex in daylight and at turns end. So now I’m kicking myself for sending my CVs off to raid the Gilberts with little to show for it - and missing the Mini-KB near Kira, AND NOW missing an opportunity to hit CAs laying off Kirakira!!! ARGH!! Still, I’m lucky that so far the TR TF managed to offload all three battalions and most of the supplies without being engaged – they’ll head back to Luganville next turn of course. The 4 surviving PTs will return back to Kirakira incase the CA TF loiters, and I’ll sortie the CVs due west towards Rennell Island to perhaps catch the CAs if they head NW “up the slot”. Hopefully the CVs won’t run into a sub – which are now all of the sudden plentiful in the waters between Ndeni and Kirakira (but DDs have reportedly sunk one and a/c dam another). On a positive note at least, Kirakira is secured and PBYs are already based there. Will still push more engineers and supplies of course to Kira, but focus will shift towards Vaitupu and Baker.

In SWPAC, Horn Island is swept by 30+ Oscar IIbs and are roughly handled by CAP – 27 lost in exchange of 5 P-39s and 4 P-40Ks over the two days. Aussie Mitchells hit a small convoy off Buna (lucky no CAP, unlucky the US B-25s didn’t fly), hitting a PB and two YOs. Figure all three will sink..

In WAUS, B-17s hit Port Hedland with fairly good effect, destroying a pair of a/c on the ground and only one bomber failed to return. Off Perth, I-27 is claimed by DE Parrott, sent out to supprot an inbound Cape Town convoy.

In China, NSTR.

In India/Burma, the Brit 2nd and 70th Div successfully pulled back to the waiting two Indian Divs NE of Akyab, avoiding another attack by heavy IJA forces – the supporting AA and FA Bns didn’t reach the hex however, and they will likely get pummeled. Near Myitkyina, Warazup falls to an advancing IN Bn. Quiet elsewhere for now.

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November was a fairly quiet month, all things considered. No major advances or victories, but no major disasters either – always a good thing. It is clear that L_S_T has gone to the operational defensive in all theaters except China – although he’s got enough combat power now in Burma to go on the offensive and regain some lost territory – but a major offensive move – such as an amphib against a hardened rear area target, not likely. And with his operational defense, he’s got the KB to effectively show up when and where he wants – such as off Horn Island this month. November is probably best described from the Allied point of view as “probing” the defenses – finding out what capabilities can have what effect and response on the Japanese – such as the bomber offensive in Burma and SWPAC, and the broad front ground attack in Burma and the slow amphib campaign in SOPAC and SWPAC. The results of these probes have given me caution – just don’t have the operational depth to prosecute a sustained offensive at the moment. We can do a limited offensive – but bomber strength is fragile, and amphibs come at a risk of the KB still showing up in force. Still, ground is gained slowly. Will continue to press locally on most fronts, hopefully cause the Jpn to expend pilots, supplies and fuel, but not lose the Allied fleet or the bomber force in the process. China of course is a mess and barely hanging on, and that pain will only get worse. Naval losses for the month were very light for both sides, some carried over from the previous month’s damage; IJN reported losses for the month were 1BB, 1DD and 4SS as compared to the Allies losing a CLAA, 1DD, 1DE, 2SS and 1PT. Air losses were again heavy for both sides, but still in the Allies favor, 643 for Jpn to 528 Allied.

INTEL: Well, I was wrong about L_S_T being cautious with his fleet after Carnavon – and I’ve failed to capitalize. So, figure he’s going to continue to use his fleet to counter Allied moves where he feels he can get an advantage without risking heavy loss. I’m still very much concerned about the KB appearing in strength and don’t think I can pull off what Jorge_Stanbury did in the Solomons. Think he’s concentrated the KB in the vicinity of Koepang, waiting to strike towards Darwin-Moresby or towards Port Hedland-Exmouth. A good central position. The question is whether I can draw him out to SOPAC or CENPAC waters. Goal is to strike where the KB isn’t – or, possibly, hit a portion of the KB if he splits his CVs.

SUBWAR: Subs still not doing much, and a number are still falling victim to a/c. Dec will start an upgrade for the subs, and many will upgrade as they return to replenish in the coming weeks. Will continue to send subs against both convoy routes/choke points and possible fleet concentrations regardless.

West Coast/USA/Rear Areas: US Army bomber pilot pools are finally showing some positive gains – 50 is a good number right now! Brit fighter pilot pools could be better.

NOPAC. Will largely continue to be quiet for the most part. Will see a slow, gradual increase in fleet units to be prepared to resume offensive operations against Attu come spring/summer.

CENPAC. Baker Is is on the list for December, and continued build up for future operations at both PH and Christmas Is.

SOPAC. With Kirakira secured, focus will now move towards retaking Vaitupu and building up Kira for the month of Dec. The question is always whether the KB will move to interdict operations. US CVs will be in general support for both SOPAC and CENPAC operations.

SWPAC. Still looking towards a landing at Merauke, but hesitant to pull the trigger unless I know the KB isn’t in the vicinity. Would kill for some good SIGINT!!! Bombers will continue to work over New Guinea AFs as conditions permit. Will not commit US CVs to SWPAC.

WAUS. Buildup at Exmouth continues and will ship in the US 41st ID from Perth which will march overland to take Port Hedland. Still not sure if this a viable approach, but it’s the best I can do for now. A slow grind for sure, supplies will be the big question mark – will even send an LST or two to see if they can offload supplies on a non-base hex as the troops advance towards Port Hedland.

Burma/India. The pot has been stirred, and the reaction was more than I anticipated. L_S_T has greatly reinforced Burma – 2 Tank Divisions bought out and shipped in, and at least 7 Infantry Divisions (4, 5, 18th, 21st, 48th, 55th, and 56th are known to be in Theater, as well a number of separate infantry regiments, and the RTA troops. Many of these troops have been shipped from Australia. Bottom line, Allies aren’t advancing any longer – initiative has gone to the IJA. That’s not terrible, and I’m not too disappointed to see all these troops here – and not in the Pacific. Will continue to wage an attritional fight, both in the air and on the ground, but need to be a bit more cautious on the ground.

China. IJA troops closing on Chungking from the north – fighting in the city expected in Dec. Lack of supplies throughout other areas. Not a good situation, and it will only get worse.





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Status: offline 		For Kirakira: how many construction battalions did you sent there?
I am in awe with the Allies capability to turn any rock into a decent base in just days. If you have the supply and the engineers there, then in not time he will need move his forward defenses out of Guadalcanal/ Tulagi.

Any particular reason to take back Vaitupu? not the most desirable piece of real estate out there; but I guess it should be relatively risk free

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Status: offline 		Have 5 engineers on the Kira now, half a dozen or so ready to move once I get the AF to level 1 to provide some better air cover. Engineers are the Allies secret weapon!

As for Vaitupu, couple of reasons.
- one, its in the way...is defended.
- will expand my PBY coverage.
- part of my "making noise" to see if the KB comes out to play.

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Highlights –CV Yorktown takes a torp!

Jpn ships sunk:
SS: 2 (I-29, RO-64)
xAP: 1 (old)

Allied ships sunk: None

Air loss:
Jpn: 93
Allied: 46

Subwar:
Jpn: 1 Attack, 1 ships hit (CV Yorktown hit)
Allies: 2 Attacks, 1 ships hit (AK hit)

Jpn Amph Inv: None

Allied Amph Inv: None

Bases lost: None

Bases Liberated: None

SIGINT/Intel: NSTR.

West Coast/Admin. NSTR.

In NOPAC, NSTR.

In CENPAC, NSTR.

In SOPAC, well, it was bound to happen, a CV took a fish. Yorktown took a torp from I-29 120m south of Ndeni as the CVs were heading east to refuel. Damage is moderate (17/22(19)/1) and she’ll need some yard time at Sydney – and fingers crossed no other subs will get in her way. The offending sub was claimed as sunk by escorts. Needless to say the US CVs didn’t catch any of the IJN CAs withdrawing from Kirakira, but the CVs did draw the attention of LBA – presumably based at Munda. Two strikes (13Z,7K,6V and 51Z, 18V) were met by a robust CAP of over 85 Wildcats. Nothing got through in the first strike, and only 3 Vals (2 of which were downed by AA) dropped bombs in the second. The Navy flyers did well, total losses were: 42Z, 19V, 7K vs. 16 Wildcats and few pilot losses. Plenty of subs afoot – will clear the CVs to the east – they were heading that direction anyway, and hold off any transports to Kira for a bit while DDs and ASW a/c work over the area. Focus will now shift to Vaitupu and Baker Is landings while engineers build up Kirakira.

In SWPAC, Beaufighters fly into a CAP trap over Lae – sure wish you could focus naval strikes! So instead of hitting expected CAPless shipping at Buna, they flew up to Lae and 10 of 16 failed to return. Ugly.

In WAUS, DD Meredith, damaged in the Carnavon battles, is escorted out of Carnavon under escort to Perth and eventually Melbourne for repairs. So far, so good.

In China, NSTR.

In India/Burma, as expected the supporting AA and FA Bns got pummeled and surrendered near Akyab. Heavy Jpn CAP (32Z, 20Tojos) over the recently pulled back Brit divisions caught a squadron of Allied sweepers at a numerical disadvantage, 11 P-40K lost to 6Z and 6Tojo. Perhaps the help of the debut of a squadron of Brit Spitfires on LRCAP in the hex helped! In any case, Allied air will try and rest and regroup – the P-40 squadrons especially need the rest and rebuilding after the recent losses. The Brit 18th Div and support troop at Akyab will begin to pull back a hex toward Cox’s Bazaar.






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