Huertgen Forest Private Battle

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Re: Huertgen Forest Private Battle

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Right we have dug a hell of a lot of positions and marked out the entire lines on both fronts. You will be allocated a section of line which will be your forward security area and your sleeping area at the rear. First come first served for 1st class accommodation on the lines!!!!
Scenarios just being finalised.
Please a reminder if you need a bangstick book with John and we still have a couple of discounted MG's
Cheers
Chris
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Latest news welcome to Just ordinary men,Tommy Atkins society,514th and some SBG members who are now on board!!!
Bringing totals to approx 100 combatants per side
also we are looking at getting an actual US smoke generator that was used on the Rhine crossing to give us some more realism.
3 weeks and counting warning order,scenario and further directions to be posted this week.
Cpl "Fritz" Hodgson
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Re: Huertgen Forest Private Battle

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WARNING ORDER

Winter Battle 29/30/31 OCT 2010 - SPANBY LINCS

DIRECTIONS

Nearest Sat Nav location is NG34 0AT this will take you to highfields country retreat the woods are located just past Spanby village which is about 1/2 mile up from here on the right.
Event will be signposted on the main A15/A52 roundabout,on mareham lane near the turning to Spanby and at the entrance to the location itself.Go through the village (please drive slowly) and after the last houses their is a track on your right which leads to the forest.
From the main A1 follow signs for Grantham and take the A52 towards Boston. At the roundabout linking the A15/A52 go straight over for about a mile you will come to a crossroads marked THREEKINGHAM right and SLEAFORD/HIGHFIELDS COUNTRY RETREAT left. Go LEFT follow Mareham lane past HIGHFIELDS and take the road to SPANBY which will be on your right (careful the turning is on a bend) follow the road through the village and you will come to the final event sign. If you get to a white farmhouse you have gone too far! Signs will be marked HUERTGEN.

ARDENNES/RHINELAND

The scenario for our weekend is a late 1944 early 45 Ardennes/Rhineland battle - although we can never hope to acheive an historically correct battle we hope to acheive:
a:) a visually,typographic,seasonal area that participants can experience in some way the conditions and type of warfare that was carried out in the closing months of WW2.
b:) Allows re-enactors of most units to participate and experience a small amount of tactical warfare in as near as we can make it environment and scenario.

Our scenarios draw their knowledge from experiences encountered in the Ardennes/Eiffel/and Rhineland Theatres of Operation.
This exercise is not a blatt fest there are strict rulings and objectives to be met and overcome. Team participation between all units is paramount for safety at this event.

Dress/Site rules

All units to operate as they would as it were Winter months,wools,greatcoats and mixes of uniform would not be unusual.(indeed I believe the 505 or 507 PIR were in M42's at this late stage after Market Garden due to timing and supply and many were drawn into the 17th Airborne jump on the Rhine with little or no resupply).
Unshaven and dirty as if you have been holding the same static lines for a considerable time.
Your tentage will be in the forest close to your relevant front lines you are expected to form unit relevant CP's and then man front line security foxholes and trenches organising unit guard rota's - there will be probe patrols on both sides throughout the night.

You may expand on your scrapes foxholes etc.
Any fires to be dug in pits - remember light and noise restrictions at front lines.

ALL combatants must wear steel helmets - this to distinguish those who have been deemed shot AND for health and safety there is a hell of a lot of pyro going into this.

There are no facilities at this site apart from an abundance of firewood!!!
I will be getting a couple of portaloos however you are expected to rough it!!!
There is no water on site I will have a small amount for emergencies if required.

Personal weapons are allowed as per usual rules with correct certification etc.

bangs and smokes are allowed just remember your safety rules which will be reiterated at the battle brief.

Police up all your rubbish we do not have the facilities to dispose of rubbish at the site. If it burns burn it,if its food bury it,if its bottles and tins bag it and take it!
Yes you may have a beer at night however be aware of your guard rotations and anyone deemed unfit will not be issued a weapon and will not battle for their own and everyone elses safety.

I'll say this again as I have done at all the events:
NO SHOT CALLING
I do not want to hear oi German behind the tree,oi Yank I got you
oi Tommy take your f***in hits!!
ITS VERY SIMPLE - keep it real if your target is teflon or genuinely doesn't realise he has been hit MOVE ON don't waste your ammo. You are coming to have a great experience not to get stressed out by hissy fits!!!!
Remember if this was real war you keep noise to a minimum.

SCENARIO all timings fluid
Friday from 0700: Set up (We will have units set up from Thursday afternoon if you want to come early)
Please see parking marshalls and report to armoury (if you have hired a weapon) and then to the CP Registration tent/marshalling area.Once registered you will be directed to the Allied or Axis front line once there you will be allocated a section of the line.This will be your base for the weekend. We will have a 4x4 doing ferry runs to line drop off points for kit if you need it.Wait in the marshal area for the next transport.

Friday evening 1900 section leaders brief (do not worry if you are not there until early sat we will hold a second one prior to the main battle brief.

Sat: from 07:00 draw weapons
08:00 section leaders brief
08:30 main battle brief
09:00 Units to be in position Allied recon patrols to scout forward area and report on German positions DO NOT ENGAGE.
09:30 Artillery barrage on German forward positions Allied advance under smoke. A whistle will sound to signal all clear for the Artillery barrage and commence the advance.
Allied units to roll up German forward positions and push any German units back to their main front line. German forces not captured to withdraw to their main front line. Allied units to re-muster at German (taken) forward positions for advance to main German lines.(time to take on refreshments)
Allied advance to main German line and hold at 2nd firebreak (maps will be issued to section leaders). Artillery and mortar barrage on main German line. Again all clear to advance will be sounded by whistle. Main Allied advance on German main line until line is captured.
Allied units to disengage taking prisoners if caught back to Allied front line positions leaving a small rear guard in the German forward positions.
Break for lunch.
Germans to launch counter attack under smoke to re-capture forward positions. Allies to pull back when overwhelmed to allied front line.
Main German counter attack to Allied lines. Germans to advance to treeline on Allied firebreak and hold for Artillery and mortar support.
Arty and mortar barrage of Allied lines. All clear again will be sounded by whistle German forces to attack main Allied lines in an attempt to push Allies from positions. Germans to hold captured positions and use units to push Allied units South through forest.
Break for refs.
Allied units to re-muster at Southern edge of forest and advance North with the objective of retaking Allied front line.Once held both lines to remain static. Hired weapons to be returnd to Armourer as per you personal arrangements with him.
Refs and guard rotations this will still be treated as active front lines. Forward positions will be seen as legitimate targets throughout the night.Please rotate your men accordingly. There will be patrols from both sides operating to try and capture men from forward security positions throughout the night. There will be flare and firearm activity as necessary.

Sun from 07:00 draw weapons (if hired)
08:00 section leaders brief
08:30 Stand to both lines.
Germans to assemble at their designated drop off points for counter attack.
Arty barrage on Allied lines Germans to advance on lines after all clear whistle has blown under smoke cover.
Allied line to be held at all costs
Germans to disengage when Allied line holds in preparation for final Allied assault.
Refs
Allies to assemble at main advance drop off points mortar barrage of German forward positions (All German troops to be holding forward positions). After all clear whistle is blown Allied units to attack and roll up German forward positions. Germans to disengage when forward positions crumble and regroup at German main line.
Allies to push on and take main German front line
The exercise is deemed complete when all German forces are deemed incapacitated or taken prisoner and all positions taken.
Endex 13:00 hrs ish
Please note that the pyro is going to be up close and personal so if its your positions being shelled - keep your head down in your foxhole/trench.
Costing is 30 gbp per head for the weekend.
Please ensure you have brought all documentation needed for weapon hire.
Please ensure you register upon arrival for site safety purposes.
Any questions please pm me
Cpl "Fritz" Hodgson
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Re: Huertgen Forest Private Battle

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Ok guys see warning order above for all details.
You need to be at the site no later than 0800 on Sat - latecomers see the armoury or pyro team for directions to your lines.
JOHN OXLADE is filming for the next 3 weeks cut off for weapons hire is OCT 17th although we will have a couple of spares please contact John if you a weapon ASAPAny queries please pm or contact me 07971560249
Chris
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Thanks for the influx of pm's if you can't get hold of John for weapons PM me and I will book them. remember if you haven't hired before you will require photo id and something with your current address on.

Also all though there is parking it is going to take a lot of organisation from my support staff as it is not as straight forward as parking at ASDA!!!It would be advisable to car share if you can - if you have any specialist or large vehicles let me know and I can organise suitable positions.
I WILL BE ON SITE FROM THURS MID AFTERNOON

I,ve heard a rumour forecast bright sunshine and snow!!???
Can't get much more winter Ardennes than that!!!!!
as always any probs PM or call me 07971560249
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All MG42's now hired out (to the Germans!!)
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I,ve just had a very sad pm from Chris and Earle just appraising me that their Fort Amherst gig is off due to circumstances beyond their control.

Bloody shame that as I know the lads have put in a hell of a lot of hard work to run this event and all credit to them.

He has said that we may and I must stress may, have some of you interested in a last of season gig - there is no problem there you just need to let me know so that I can organise line section and weapons.

As I said bloody shame about Amherst as it was always a top event and well supported. I hope the guys can organise a suitable venue for next year and carry on the good work.
Cpl "Fritz" Hodgson
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Hi Chris, i should be there on friday late afternoon in the unit only. Hope there are no height bars at entrance.
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No Andy give me a bell when your close 07971560249
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Hi lads...

In case of bad news for 2 of our guy's wich considers family, we decided not to go this time.
We prepared well and we really couldn't wait to go next week, but this is something more importent than this event.

We wish you guy's a lot of authenticity and an event where you can speak of years after from the 3 guy's and myself from Der Windhund Netherlands.

Next private battle we will be glad to kick some Allied ass again, so do you're favour with this you d*mn Yanks, Brits and other sissy's... :twisted:


"Friendly" greetings from 4 CDB's.
CDB = Crazy Dutch Boy

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Sissy's you ARE the pretty boy!!!We will miss you but look forward to seeing you again. Not tho 3 of you's going to make much difference there are plenty of Germans coming all with MG42's boy are we going to get creamed!!!
Cpl "Fritz" Hodgson
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Winter Battle 29/30/31 OCT 2010 - SPANBY LINCS

DIRECTIONS

Nearest Sat Nav location is NG34 0AT this will take you to highfields country retreat the woods are located just past Spanby village which is about 1/2 mile up from here on the right.
Event will be signposted on the main A15/A52 roundabout,on mareham lane near the turning to Spanby and at the entrance to the location itself.Go through the village (please drive slowly) and after the last houses their is a track on your right which leads to the forest.
From the main A1 follow signs for Grantham and take the A52 towards Boston. At the roundabout linking the A15/A52 go straight over for about a mile you will come to a crossroads marked THREEKINGHAM right and SLEAFORD/HIGHFIELDS COUNTRY RETREAT left. Go LEFT follow Mareham lane past HIGHFIELDS and take the road to SPANBY which will be on your right (careful the turning is on a bend) follow the road through the village and you will come to the final event sign. If you get to a white farmhouse you have gone too far!
Signs will be marked HUERTGEN.
You need to be at the site no later than 0800 on Sat - latecomers see the armoury or pyro team for directions to your lines.
JOHN OXLADE is filming for the next 3 weeks cut off for weapons hire is OCT 17th although we will have a couple of spares please contact John or myself if you need a weapon ASAP queries please pm or contact me 07971560249
Cpl "Fritz" Hodgson
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(yes Ive finally gone over to the darkside!!)
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GRAUWULF wrote:I,ve just had a very sad pm from Chris and Earle just appraising me that their Fort Amherst gig is off due to circumstances beyond their control.

Bloody shame that as I know the lads have put in a hell of a lot of hard work to run this event and all credit to them.

He has said that we may and I must stress may, have some of you interested in a last of season gig - there is no problem there you just need to let me know so that I can organise line section and weapons.

As I said bloody shame about Amherst as it was always a top event and well supported. I hope the guys can organise a suitable venue for next year and carry on the good work.
Hi Chris,

On behalf of Chris H. and myself, we wish your event every success; we ourselves appreciate how much hard work you have put into this.

To organize these kinds of events, sometimes people don’t always realize the amount of time and effort you have to put in. so very well done.

It looks like it is shaping up to be a real cracker and one people will remember for a long time.

All the best mate
Earle
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many thanks Earle hope to see you and Chris soon mate. You are always welcome to come to any battle we put on and chill out from the organisational worries!!!!
take care fellas
Cpl "Fritz" Hodgson
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Latest news from Europe......
Weather forecast is rain until Friday and then brightening up but cold at night!
The forest however is very sheltered and stops rain and wind (believe me the advance crew and I have camped there often enough!).
I am setting up the command posts from Thursday midday anyone wanting to turn up from then is more than welcome the signs will be out....
I have tracked out more carparking and we will have a site vehicle to get you near enough to your lines if you have heavier kit.

There is loads of pyro and smoke for the main advances - if you want to bring individual smokes/bangs/flares do so.
I will have a limited number of parachute flares for sale for night time forward positions bag em early if you want em.

Your sleeping area is your rear front line area with forward security positions so it is an active section as it would have been. The earlier you arrive the more time you will have to prep a fighting section.
The lines on both sides are extended right across the forest I won't say how close Allied and Axis forward positions are BUT I will say it is authentic to the area/time frame.
John is bringing spare weapons for those who have a last minute panic and all those who ordered MG42's are sorted too.Not sure if anyone has ordered a 30 but I told John to bring it anyway!!!!
I will post up directions again before I leave on Thursday morning any questions let me know
Cheers
Chris
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