The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812
- Players: 2 players
- Play time: 240–600 min
- BGG rating: 6.9
About The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812
(from the rulebook:) The Great Redoubt is a [...] wargame that recreates [...] the Battle of Borodino, the most costly engagement of the Napoleonic Wars. Historically, the French attacked repeatedly, forced the Russians back, but failed to drive them from the field. After an unprecedented carnage, the French were marginally successful. Each hex on the mapboard is roughly 400 yards across. Each combat unit represents one actual regiment, brigade or division, cavalry brigade or division, or massed artillery formation. Each strength factor represents approximately 250 actual men or 3-8 guns. Each turn equals 30 minutes of actual time. 315 counters (4 of which are blanks)
- Released
- 1979
- Designer
- S. Craig Taylor
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 2 players (BGG community)
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How many players can play The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812?
The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812 plays with 2 players.
What is the best player count for The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812?
BoardGameGeek community voters say The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812 is best with 2 players (2 votes).
How long does The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812 take to play?
A game of The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812 takes 240–600 min.
What age is The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812 for?
The recommended minimum age for The Great Redoubt: A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812 is 12+.
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