The Pavlov Crossing Part 1.

The Russian Civil War collection got another run out at the club. After their successful defence at Vostock, the Whites under Gettikov quickly moved to try and deny the Reds under Mitchikovak from securing the river crossing at Pavlov as part of our ficticious campaign. This was to be an encounter battle. Both sides were of similar strength with predominantly infantry forces. The Whites started with an extra field gun, while the Reds had an armoured car. Both sides started the game with 2 commands on the table with a 3rd held in reserve.

The Reds advance

The village of Pavlov

The Whites begin their advance

More Reds begin to arrove

Markov infantry and horse advance

The Reds quickly secure the Railway

Markov horse lead the advance into Pavlov

The Reds arrive on the outskirts of Pavlov

White infantry begin entering Pavlov

The Whites come under fire from theReds

Action begins to heat up

WHites look to secure cover in the buildings

Both sides exchange fire

Red reserves begin to arrive

Markov horse cause havoc among the Red infantry

The game is finely poised for next week. Both sides are beginning to receive reinforcements. Meanwhile there is some heavy fighting within the village. Both sides are already suffering some heavy casualties amongst their advanced units. Looking forward to next weeknow