Zulu – Movie Review
Zulus! Thousands of them! We cast a kindly retrospective eye over this classic war movie. Fix bayonets and read on...
Read MorePosted on Sep 20, 2006 in Books and Movies, Front Page Features
Napoleonic Total War II – Game Review (PC)
Rome: Total War fans have the distinct honor of being able to install this free mod for the game, which brings Napoleonic-era warfare to life. While the news from the front is not all good, there is enough here to warrant a serious look by the Napoleon aficionado.
Read MoreACG at the 2006 War and Peace Show
This year's War and Peace show did not disappoint - see our exclusive pictures here!
Read MoreBlitzkrieg: In Their Own Words – Book Review
The German Wehrmacht (Armed Forces) suffered tremendous casualties during World War II. This was especially true of the soldiers who made up the prewar Heer or Army.
Read MoreACG WebOps
Armchair General's WebOps, our weekly look at military history news and related sites across the World Wide Web!
Read MoreCompany of Heroes – Recon (PC)
The impending arrival of this title made us curious to see what we might expect. If the early poop is any indication, the signs are positive!
Read MoreNight Warriors of the Desert
In the desert war of 1941, both sides had their own brand of Special Forces. They were men trained to a fine edge in combat, with bold spirits and a desire to take chances.
Read MoreNovember 2006 Issue: Bloody Iwo Jima
In our latest action-packed issue, you can participate in one of history's bloodiest battles alongside the US Marines on Iwo Jima, or wade through the jungles of Vietnam in 1969, pick up leadership tips from Julius Caesar or learn how the mighty German Blitzkrieg nearly won WWII. Pick up your copy now!
Read MoreWhat Really Killed Stonewall Jackson?
An ACG exclusive! New research reveals that pneumonia did NOT kill the South's best general. This piece of outstanding "medical sleuthing" exposes the actual cause of Stonewall Jackson's premature death.
Read MoreACG WebOps
Armchair General's WebOps, our weekly look at military history news and websites all across the World Wide Web!
Read MoreCity Life – Game Review (PC)
Riots, raging infernos and demonstrations at City Hall are just some of the issues facing you in this challenging title.
Read MoreThe Normans – Warrior Knights and their Castles – Book Review
This highly researched and well chronicled accounting of the Normans should be next on your list of military or European history books-to-get list!
Read MorePacific Storm – Recon (PC)
CDV, Buka Entertainment and Lesta Studios have combined to produce Pacific Storm, a game that combines high level and operational strategy with tactical and arcade play. Such an ambitious project deserves a serious-look-see.
Read MoreBattle For Decatur – Part 1
ACG Feature Writer Jim Moreno makes use of his combat cameraman skills for a day at the annual Labor Day weekend Battle for Decatur Civil War Reenactment.
Read MoreLetters From Iraq 2: Devils, Dogs, and Dub Dub Lizards
In his second report from Iraq, Russ shares some of his experiences with the "wildlife" of Iraq and living conditions of the soldiers there.
Read MoreTactics 101: 007. Combat Multipliers
Now that we are some six months into our series, it's time for some homework, by the left, quick, write!
Read MoreACG WebOps: August 2006
On the battlefield, what's faster than a speeding bullet? No, not Superman. It's the combat camera!
Read MoreThe Yugoslav Wars – Book Review
This is another excellent addition for anyone familiar with Osprey Publishing's work. For those not familiar with Osprey's line of books this would make a good beginning.
Read MoreEAA Fly 2006
Armchair General flies to Oshkosh, Wisconsin and presents exclusive pictures of the many varied warplanes forming part of this year's show.
Read MoreSavannah – Boardgame Review
The Battle of Savannah turned heavily on the fortunes of war (some of these to be delineated in the historical synopsis). By introducing a “random event†card deck, designer Mark Miklos and developer Andy Lewis, have transformed a relatively static siege battle into an intriguing challenge.
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