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Remington700 -> RE: Allied March 14th (6/18/2021 2:11:34 AM)

South China
Snow continues to fall in March. This is the ninth turn in a row representing a truly harsh winter. (The chances of this happening are just slightly more than a 1%). The Chinese 10th Army is in a bad way. Continuous attacks on Nanning have dispersed the force and lowered their effectiveness. Supply units and replacements are helping but at some point they need to be relived. The Reserve Army is ready to move in once the weather clears. Until then all units will hold their ground rather than move and lower effectiveness even more. I expect the enemy is as weak as we are so all is not lost.

China Sea
Our submarine attacks fail to produce results. There was no damage to either side. The Growler moves on to Sydney for refit with improved Mark 14 torpedoes. (Represented by the upgrade from 1941 to 1942 LR subs.) The Skipjack returns to port in Darwin for resupply.

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied March 14th (6/18/2021 2:18:52 AM)

Central Pacific
Taskforce 22 lead by the cruiser San Francisco steams to Canton to relieve the blockaded garrison. Catching the Japanese MTBs off guard they sink the lightly armored squadron.

West Coast
Taskforce 21 heads to Australia along with the new P-47 Thunderbolt “Jug” fighter bombers. A squadron of A-20 Havocs arrive in San Diego. Both the medium bomber with Naval Air and the fighter bomber are named for easy identification...and fun.

Greater Australian Area
B-17s and SBD dive-bombers strike the Japanese division at Port Moresby. Additional air cover was provided by P-38s based outside of Cairns.

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied March 14th (6/18/2021 2:21:28 AM)

Builds
UK: No builds.
India: No builds.
Canada: 2 Landing ships.
USSR: 1 Heavy tank corps.
US: 1 LR Submarine. 1 Marine. 5 Landing ships.

Convoys
US: 50 OPs to Australia. 30 PPs and 30 OPs to India

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Remington700 -> Japan March 28th (6/18/2021 10:50:50 PM)

Japan March 28th

India
The beachhead at Chittagong must be closed off. The small 22nd Army and the 28th Division move south to take up blocking positions to seal off the breach. The 23rd Brigade and the Imperial Guards Division retreat south of the Brahmaputra River. Their right flank is covered by the 10th Division out of Myitkyina. This will leave northeast Burma open to border raids but worth the cost to secure Ledo. Cutting off resupply to China is the only reason for the Japanese Army to remain this far north.

Bay of Bengal
The British 10th destroyer flotilla scouting for their main fleet is caught in the open by the Japanese 2nd Air Fleet. The destroyers are easily set ablaze and sunk. Two Hurricane SPs that joined the fight are shot down during the action. However the arrival of the Japanese CV force is now known.

As the Allied player I made yet another mistake placing the destroyer too far away from support. I should have kept it adjacent to the main fleet which would have required the carriers to come within range of my naval bombers.

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Remington700 -> RE: Japan March 28th (6/18/2021 10:55:01 PM)

South China
The battle of Nanning continues. G43M “Nells” (close support advancement) at Changsha and G4M “Bettys” (naval air advancement) at Canton fly two sorties a piece to pound the weakened Chinese 10th Army. However, G3Ms based at the much closer Haiphong air base are saved to provide direct support for the ground attack.

The 21st and Indian National armies supported by two divisions assault Nanning. The first attack is repelled. However, a follow-on attack is successful with the Chinese 10th Army driven from the area. Nanning is now under Japanese control! While strategically insignificant, Nanning was the tactical linchpin to the whole enemy line in South China.

South China Sea
US subs attack convoys in the South China Sea but are easily held at bay with no loss in shipping. With both subs damaged G4M Bettys from Saigon are dispatched to finish them off. However, the enemy could not be found.

I imagine if the anti-sub advancement was in place, I might get more hits on the subs. I changed it at the start of the game thinking “naval air” would be more useful – which at this point I am beginning to wonder.

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Remington700 -> RE: Japan March 28th (6/18/2021 10:58:47 PM)

Coral Sea
The Kido Butai steams to Rabaul to help defend in the Coral Sea. RO-67, the last Japanese attack sub is in route to Rabaul. Their mission will be to attack damaged carriers should a naval battle take place.

Central Pacific
A Japanese MTB heads to Johnson Island to cutoff supply. This is very close to Pearl Harbor and should kick a hornet's nest.

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Remington700 -> RE: Japan March 28th (6/18/2021 10:59:34 PM)

Builds
Japan: No builds. Replacements reduced to 120.

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Remington700 -> Allied March 28th (6/18/2021 11:02:45 PM)

Allied March 28th

India
SBD and Fairey dive-bombers strike the Japanese 22nd Army eroding away their effectiveness. The US 3rd and 4th Corps assault the position supported by close air support. While losing 4SPs the enemy holds the line. A second attack does 3 more SP damage and pushes the wore out 22nd Army to the west. The US 4th Corps advances into the position, followed by the landing of the 1st Marine Division at Chittagong. The 15th Japanese Army to the north is now caught in a pocket.

West of Ledo on the Dacca line the 1st Indian and 10 British Corps, supported by heavy artillery, attack the Imperial Guards pushing them back to the Chindwin River. 10th Corps advances into the vacated position cutting the flank of the Japanese 1st Army. After shelling the enemy position, 10th Corps and the 4th Indian Corp assault the line with two attacks but cannot dislodge the dug in army. Total losses were 8SPs to 2SPs in favor of the Japanese, however allied forces can replace the loss and gain a tactical advantage. The 1st Chinese cavalry raid across the Yom River and occupies Myitkyina, putting further strain on enemy supply. Ledo should be liberated in a turn or two, re-opening supply to China.

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John B. -> RE: Allied March 28th (6/18/2021 11:05:30 PM)

I looks like Japan is in danger of having two armies surrounded!



Remington700 -> RE: Allied February 28th (6/18/2021 11:08:20 PM)


quote:

ORIGINAL: John B.

Bold move in Burma!


It looks like the invasion has paid off. Japanese forces cannot contain the beachhead and now they are in danger of being cutoff. Ledo will either be abandoned or there will be an opportunity for Allied forces to do real damage.



Remington700 -> RE: Allied March 28th (6/18/2021 11:11:55 PM)

South China
The beat-up Chinese 10th Army continues their retreat towards the Kunming Road. The 25th Army pulls back to dig in at Kweiyang. The ground is not great for defense outside of Nanning, so the units are not asked to hold their positions. I think a fighting withdrawal towards better supply will slow the enemy and buy some time for additional replacements. I want to hold Kunming for as long as possible.

Edit: corrected the date

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied March 28th (6/18/2021 11:13:45 PM)

Central Pacific
The light cruiser Cleveland with accompanying destroyers arrive offshore of Johnson Island to end the blockade by Japanese MTBs. The torpedo boats are caught off guard but have time to scatter and avoid damage. However, during the evasive action planes from the USS Princeton locate and fire upon the lightly armored boats. The small Japanese flotilla is soon put out of action.

Edit: corrected the date

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied March 28th (6/18/2021 11:15:20 PM)

Coral Sea
Air attacks continue against Port Moresby attempting to lower effectiveness. No material losses.

After looking at the recon report for Rabaul I finally understand. The intelligence is good because the allies still hold most of New Ireland creating a “high” recon in the area. It has nothing to do with COMINT.

West Coast
The weakened Mitchell bomber squadron, a group of P-47s and A-20 Havocs are transported to Australia. They are followed by a US submarine.

Edit: corrected the date

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied March 28th (6/18/2021 11:17:10 PM)

Builds
UK: 3 supply Oilers.
India: No builds. Bumped replacements to 101.
Red China: 1 supply unit.
US: 1 Transport. 1 Merchant Marine.

Convoys
US: 50 OPs to Australia. 30 PPs and 30 OPs to India


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Remington700 -> Japan April 11th (6/19/2021 2:58:58 PM)

Japan April 11th

India
The Japanese 23rd Brigade pulls back toward Ledo creating a front of three divisions. The line is weak but may hold long enough for the 25th and 15th armies to withdraw down the Central Road. Unfortunately, the divisions are spread out and have too much territory to cover. (Represented in game by the ability to have up to a large corps in a single hex, or something as small as a weakened division). The battered 22nd Army heads south to join up with the 1st Army, bringing it back up to full strength. Supply is not bad except in the far north by the Brahmaputra River. If the line can hold for a turn Japanese forces should be able to dig in along the Chindwin River.

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Remington700 -> RE: Japan April 11th (6/19/2021 3:03:21 PM)

South China
Clear weather brings success in South China. G4M “Betty” bombers soften up the Chinese 12th Army. Following the air strikes, the 12th IJA and Indian National armies, supported by the 4th Division assault the position causing a 2SP loss and forcing a retreat. Losses were extremely light. The Japanese 12th Army advances to within 50 miles of the key agricultural facilities on the Hongshui River.

G3M “Nells” pummel the dug-in Chinese 16th Army east of the Jinsha River causing a loss in effectiveness. After two assaults the 16th and 11th armies inflict a 6SP loss and practically destroy the enemy defenders, while losing just 2SPs. Unable to cross the river, the Chinese 16th Army retreats southwest towards Kweiyang.

South China Sea
A US sub attacks shipping in the East China Sea but does no damage. They slip away before destroyers can locate targets.

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Remington700 -> RE: Japan April 11th (6/19/2021 3:12:46 PM)

Southwest Pacific area
Allied Coastwatchers are creating a major intelligence risk in the Bismarck and Solomon Seas. Patrols are sent out to regain control of New Ireland, New Britain and Bougainville. Hopefully this will eliminate the steady supply of intel on Rabaul.



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Remington700 -> RE: Japan April 11th (6/19/2021 3:24:02 PM)

Reports
Japan: No builds. Bumped up replacements to 180.

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Remington700 -> Allied April 11th (6/19/2021 3:29:07 PM)

Allied April 11th

India
Breakthrough! Fairey Barracudas bomb positions of the Japanese 23rd Brigade outside of Ledo. The 10th UK and 1st India Corps launch a full-scale attack driving the enemy back, southeast towards Myitkyina. The 23rd Brigade escapes losing 4 SPs. This leaves the door open and 10th Corps liberates Ledo! The Japanese 10th Division is trapped in the foothills of the Himalayas. Supported by SBD dive-bombers, the Wasiristan, 10th and 1st Corps attack the enemy 10th Division pinned against the Brahmaputra River. Out of supply and forced to retreat, the enemy unit surrenders unconditionally. The Waziristan Corp moves through Ledo down the Myitkyina Road, turning the flank of the battered 23rd Brigade. Supply to China is open!

With the withdrawal of Japanese infantry the US 2nd Corps brushes aside small delaying patrols to link up with forces at Chittagong. The supply will flow. Unsupported by air, the US 3rd Corps and the 1st Marines assault the Japanese 4th Brigade along the coast road. The attacks are repulsed. 3rd Corps loses 2SPs and weakens to 51% effective. All US units are given the command to hold at all costs as the beachhead is still fragile.

I leave Chittagong open in case one of my US Corps get pushed back. I don’t want them to shatter. The chance of two Corps being pushed back is slim to none.

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied April 11th (6/19/2021 3:31:14 PM)

South China
The Chinese 23rd and Reserve armies pull back to straighten the line. Breakthroughs have been closed off along the Jinsha River however the ground and supply are not good. The P-40 Warhawks are sent to fly CAP over the defensive line, but it is not enough. It is just a matter of where the Japanese choose to breakthrough.

I expect the enemy will assault the agricultural facilities at the rail crossing on the Hongshui River. And then continue towards Kweiyang. This could cut my forces in half. But if they do push that hard, Japanese forces in Burma will be left unsupported. An army or two may leave the South China front to prop up the defense of the Irrawaddy River and Rangoon. Which will make this line a little stronger

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied April 11th (6/19/2021 3:32:40 PM)

Coral Sea
US air presence has greatly increased in eastern Australia. Bombers, Fighter Bombers and Fighters dominate the coastline. Airfields are built in the north and will soon launch dawn to dusk sorties to isolate Port Moresby. Under this umbrella, the US CV Naval groups can safely patrol the waters of the western Coral Sea.

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied April 11th (6/19/2021 3:37:20 PM)

Central Pacific
Five US carriers form taskforce 25 at Hawaii awaiting their first mission as a cohesive CV Naval group.

West Coast
The Southwest Pacific Area HQ leaves the west coast heading to Australia. They are accompanied by the 2nd US Marine Division.

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied April 11th (6/19/2021 3:38:51 PM)

Builds
UK: No builds. Waiting for 1943 assault technology to hit next turn.
India: No Builds.
US: 2 Submarines. 4th Marine Division.

Convoys
US: 50 OPs to Australia. 50 PPs and 30 OPs to India

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Remington700 -> Japan April 25th (6/20/2021 4:29:32 AM)

Japan April 25th

Burma
The Imperial Japanese Army retreats across the Chindwin River and heads to defensive positions along the Irrawaddy River basin. A few divisions are acting as a rear guard but will not be able to do much to slow down the enemy advance. The objective now is to maintain control of Rangoon and Bangkok. If they fall, the door to Malaya will be left wide open.

South China
Heavy rain puts a stop to all offensive operations. Taking advantage of the weather the 12th, 21st and 59th armies are pulled off the line to aid with the defense of Burma. The Indian National Army receiving Japanese replacements and officers are redesignated the Imperial 59th Army.

Three divisions are railed to Manchuria replacing the 20th Army which has relocated to South China. The intent is to replace the armies pulled from the theater to fight in Burma. This is part of a major army reorganization to centralize command and control.

Building divisions was a mistake. I should have built more armies and split them. Or left divisions in Manchuria replacing the armies. All thoughts for a future game. The lack of a zone of control is killing me. Except during the early game, I think Divisions might be best used for Partisan control and the garrisoning of small islands. It is probably too late to fix this, but I will give it a shot.

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Remington700 -> RE: Japan April 25th (6/20/2021 4:31:41 AM)

Andaman Sea
The 2nd Air Fleet leaves Singapore and steams to the Andaman Sea to provide defense to the key ports in the area. The 9th MTB patrols along the coast north of Rangoon.

South China Sea
US submarines unsuccessfully attack merchant marine in the South China Sea. The Growler takes heavy damage but was not confirmed as sunk. GM4s from Saigon fail to locate the damaged sub.

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Remington700 -> RE: Japan April 25th (6/20/2021 4:34:37 AM)

Coral Sea
The process of shutting down allied Coast Watchers continues. Malaita Island will soon be under control. New Ireland is proving to be more difficult as the locals to the south are loyal to the enemy spies. Since patrols cannot locate them, a landing may be necessary. Rabaul must be freed from prying eyes. Choiseul is also a problem but sits in a less strategic location.

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Remington700 -> RE: Japan April 25th (6/20/2021 4:37:01 AM)

Reports
Japanese Builds: 22nd Army. Supply unit.

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied March 28th (6/20/2021 4:39:38 AM)


quote:

ORIGINAL: John B.

I looks like Japan is in danger of having two armies surrounded!


It was close but they managed to slip away.



Remington700 -> Allied April 25th (6/20/2021 4:43:54 AM)

Allied April 25th

Burma
The US 3rd Corps and 1st Marines attack the Japanese 4th Brigade after a preliminary air strike. The enemy is supported by D3A dive-bombers, which are immediately jumped by Indian Hurricanes, smoking two of the boogies before they can scatter and leave the area. Allied air cover remains in place. Failing to dislodge the enemy, a second attack is launched which forces a Japanese retreat. The beat-up 3rd Corps heads to the rear area for a little R&R in Chittagong. The 2nd Corp takes their place in the line and immediately goes on the offensive. Following a preliminary air strike by SBDs, a coordinated attack with the 3rd and 4th Corps plus the 1st Marines push the Japanese 121st division back to the Irrawaddy River.

Farther north, three Indian corps chase the retreating Japanese. But in the words of Jimmy Driftwood, “They ran so fast that the hounds couldn't catch 'em”. The enemy has escaped to the safety of the Irrawaddy River.

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Remington700 -> RE: Allied April 25th (6/20/2021 4:50:32 AM)

South China
Heavy rain is a wonderful site. The enemy has slowed the attack. Two large formations are located south of the line on major transportation routes. They are headed to the Burma front. However, I imagine the enemy offensive will resume as soon as weather permits. The P-40s will resume flying CAP as soon as possible.

South China Sea
SS-215 Growler launched a spread of torpedoes targeting a Japanese Merchant Marine. The Skipper made the call to deactivate the magnetic exploder and go with a “contact” hit. Now it appears the firing pins are crushed when striking the ship and once again fail to detonate. Nearby enemy destroyers drop “ash-cans” at an alarming rate finding their target. The heavily damaged sub manages to escape and heads to Sydney for repairs. An AAR will bring to light the problem with the contact detonators, which until recently was masked by other problems with the Mark 14 torpedoes.

I can't tell if the enemy anti-sub defense is getting better or not. My subs are not hit often, but when they are, 2SP damage seems to be automatic. 3 SP damage may be right around the corner. I think it is time to start stacking them in wolfpacks again to spread out the damage. Hopefully the torpedoes will start doing damage on a regular basis.

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