D.O.W. Saturday Mission 22/08/15 Basra Strike

[Cougar11]

D.O.W. Saturday Mission 22/08/15 @ GMT21:00


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Basra Strike by Apocalypse
 

This scenario is a simulation and does not have any political message.



Mission Summary :
UK forces strike into Basra to take back control of the city.



Map





Excerpts of the battalion commander's (HAVOC 6) orders for...BLUEFOR (D.O.W.)

1) SITUATION:
Iraq has erupted into sectarian violence and Basra has now become a stronghold for Shia forces, operating under the guidance of Muqtadar Al Sadr. British forces find themselves caught in the middle, trying to restore peace to Basra

a) Enemy:
   Shia forces, part of the Jaish Al Mahdi (Army of Madhi), are defending the city of Basra. They are heavily armed with AK47's, RPG-29's, PKM Machine guns, and have the ability to call for indirect fire with 81mm mortars. Madhi Army members are also patrolling the city with 12.7mm machine guns and recoiless rifles mounted on technical trucks. Additionally, the Mahdi Army has emplaced IED's along main roads and at key intersections within the neighborhood. 


b) Own:
                 Task Organization
-2x PLT of Mech INF
-1x PLT of Tanks (Challenger)
-1x PLT of Motorized INF

c) Attachments and detachments:

                   Higher Headquarters will send additional support if needed
-1x flight of AH-64D Apaches is available.
-One Air Assault Infantry Platoon.


2) MISSION:

Attack to clear the city of Basra


3) EXECUTION:



Intent: Sieze the Basra government building and clear the city of enemy fighters.
 


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** Notes **
SB Version: 3.025 32bit/64bit
Mission Name: Basra Strike
Created by: Apocalypse
Modified by: N/A
Multi-Crew: Yes
Single Crew: Yes
Largest command: 1 Company
Smallest command:Crew Position
Mission Duration: 120-180 minutes depending on players and progress.
Minimum number players: 4
Date: Saturday Mission 22/08/15
Time: 21:00 GMT
Time (local): http://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20150822T21&p0=%3A&msg=Edit+Fullscreen+Event+Time+Announcer+Text+Version+New+Countdown+DOW+Saturday+Steel+Beasts+Mission&font=sanserif&csz=1
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Room: Dogs of War

Player Skill/Ability:
•   Completion of at least 1 full tutorial of Leo2A5 or M1A2Sep, preferred also M2A2 and or CV-90.
•   Working knowledge of Comms procedure.

Dogs Of War Vehicles : (in mission)

Challenger 2:
http://www.steelbeasts.com/sbwiki/index.php?title=Challenger_2

ULAN
http://www.steelbeasts.com/sbwiki/index.php?title=Ulan

HEMTT Fuel
http://www.steelbeasts.com/sbwiki/index.php?title=HEMTT_Fuel



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[RedWardancer]

Last time I played this one, I was operating SEPs.  I don't get to play with SEPs very often so I couldn't pass up the opportunity.  Kicked ass.  This time, I will follow my SOP and grab the dismounts. 

[Renders]

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[Cougar11]

Red if you see this, we are on Sim HQ TS. PM Asid from here, and he or someone will get you in.

[Apocalypse31]

Sectarian violence has erupted in the city of Basra, as Jaish Al Madhi forces build a stronghold and British forces fight for control


Colebrook's plan of attack; Support by fire with the tanks as the mech inf clear from West to East


Tanks occupy the support by fire position


Slow and methodical clearance. Dismounts on-line, working closely.


Dismounts and vehicles taking a quick break at Phase Line Red


Carnage; leftovers of the J'aish Al Mahdi Army

[Renders]

nice snapshots!

[Beef]

Bravo Zulu Colebrook!