Now where were we?
Ah yes. As is the norm, reinforcements arrive in the nick of time. A detachment from the Grenadier Guards (Heavy) Brigade supported by a Thunderer (it’s around the corner) forms a second line and a detachment from the Surreys reinforces the gasworks:
The Surreys deploy in time to check the Prussian flank move and a bloody exchange of lead followed by a touch of fisticuffs ensues with both units fighting almost to the last man. With the canal to their backs the Prussians wobble and the Surreys hold the flank. :
The local constabulary muck in and prevent the Prussians finding a back door (literally) into the works:
The Prussian steam tank builds up momentum thanks to slope on the bridge and smashes through the barricade destroying the lightning gun and its crew. In the process it damages its gearbox and is slowed to a crawl:
Prussian forces stream across the bridge and the Impervious Suit makes a valiant stand inflicting many casualties before succumbing to the inevitable:
The Prussian tank finally breaks down within inches of the Thunderer’s barrel. The Thunderer’s crew hold a quick meeting. Will they or wont they?
The Guards move into action and charge the advancing Prussians. The Guards are victorious but at a heavy cost in good men to both sides:
The Thunderer’s crew come to a decision. The steam tank goes up in smoke. In the background the remains of the Prussian force can be seen retreating back across the canal bridge:
The Prussian commander Herr Dreyer, convinced his forces would be victorious, is discovered half cut and singing silly songs in the White Hart. Oops:
Herr Dreyer is escorted off to GHQ for a ‘chat’ and the remaining defending force reforms at the Gasworks. The roll call makes for dismal reading but the line held and the gasworks are secure…….. for now:
Not the most epic battle as VSF goes but hopefully some decent eye candy to get you inspired.
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