PLEASE NOTE: This game used to come with aBattle of Britain Historical Guide (reprinted from S&T Magazine #256). This guide is no longer included in the game, but we have included a black & white copy of it.
The Battle of Britain, 1940
RAF: The Battle of Britain 1940is three games in one, on history’s greatest air campaign:
RAF:LIONupdates the classicoriginal solitaire game— you control the RAF against the German raiders. All systems have been updated to reflect recent scholarship, notably the fatigue and patrol systems. Advanced rules cover late interception, VHF-equipped squadrons and evasion tactics, Ace squadrons, Forward Airfield Targets, Delayed RAF Response and more!
RAF:EAGLEreverses the solo game — you control the Luftwaffe planning and executing raids against the RAF. Also, you flip the map over for a German perspective on the campaign. Advanced rules include, High Command requirements, deep targets, Jabos and special rules for Ju-87 Stukas.
RAF: 2-PLAYERallows for head-to-head play. A separate German planning display is added to allow the German player to plan his raids in secret.
Each game has its own complete rules booklet.
Contents:
176 Die Cut Counters
165 Cards
2 34″ x 22″ Maps
3 Rule Booklets
2 Player German Planning Board
2 Combat Damage Sheets (Double-Sided)
2 Miscellaneous Player Aids (Double-Sided)
1 Sequence of Play Sheet (Double-Sided)
2 6-sided dice
Storage Bags
