Tuesday, April 14, 2020

Battle of San Antonio de Bexar, pt II

During the night following the first day's fighting, both sides consolidated. Two Mexican Cos were grouped on the west (left center), one Co routed during the night, another held their buildings at top center, while the last reformed in the courtyard of the Governor's Plaza (top right)...
The Texicans occupied several buildings (Greys in center) along the western edge of town, and one at NW corner. Fourth Co occupied a couple of small buildings north of town ) center right)...
After two hours of fighting, (and some horrible die rolls by the Texicans!) one Mexican, one Greys, and x3 Texicans have been shot down, with the largest Texican Co remaining, in retreat! (bottom center of photo)...
It took nearly the whole day for the Texicans finally to secure the next building (top right), but with one company being routed off the board and two others down to only a handful of men, the fight came to an end. Can see some necessary alterations to the rules to fit this scenario better, but thats what this was all about!
Here are some closeups of the Esci Plastics i finally painted after several decades of sitting on the shelf. First, Mexican Infantry...
A few Lancers...
Dismounted Presidio Cavalry...
And Mexican Artillery...
The New Orleans Greys...
Finally, the Texicans...
 Just arrived from Old Glory, i will post some photos of their Texicans as soon as I paint up a few. Stay healthy and safe til then!

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