The Mod of War. Forge of Freedom July 1861

[Williamb]

Since I finally have the game went and did alot of modification of the July 1861 scenario. Wanted to achieve both a historical look as well as a ahistorical game at the same time. So I moded the files so to start generals at different ranks and starting times. And I researched and corrected who does and doesnt get cavalry ratings in that scenario as well as totally removing the South's Fleets only leaving blockade runers.

AS a start here is both sides starting generals. I plan to name every brigade to add more flavor and run the whole civil war from July 1861.

One key house rule at the start. No grand promotions of generals. Any general can only go up one rank. So a Brigader General (one star) can only be promoted to a Major General (two stars) and a Major general can only be Promoted to a Lt General (3 stars) ect .....

This sets up the command problems that the Union will face historically from the start.

I hope to upload my mod to the mod section soon.

Here first is the Union Generals

[Williamb]

Here now is the starting Reb Generals

[marecone]

Looks interesting. I hope you will make a mod for all of us [:D]. Very nice job.
BTW, will you change the flags as well?

[Williamb]

Hope to add the regimental flag pack. Plan to do that next.

Here is the lineup of the Union Forces. Starting with

Sitting in Harrisburg PA is General Ben Butler (2 stars **) rating of poor Inititive, Normal Leader, poor tactics and poor command. He can teach the ability of diggers to troops.

He has 4 Brigades nearby to form a new division. They are all Pensylvannia Brigades.

The Iron Haulers (improvised weapons. 1.75 quality)/(2.5k) out of Pittsburgh
The Erie Pirates (improvised weapons. 1.20 quality)/(2.5k) out of Erie
The Pennsylvannia Dutch (2k) and
The William Penn Brigade (2K)
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[Williamb]

The Next Group is the North Carolina Divison (Union Divisons will be named after their offensive objectives. Confederate after defensive objectives. The Army of the Potomic is the only exception to this)

The North Carolina Division is commanded by Major General A. Burnside
Normal Init, Normal Leader, poor tactics and Normal Command.

He teaches Resilient

His command has 4 Brigades. They are mixed New Jersey and Delaware Brigades. 10,000 Men

The Delaware Provost Brigade(Improvised weapons. 1.20 Quality)/ (2.5k)
The Trenton Legion (Upgrading to Muskets. 1.75 Quality)/(2.5k)
The Rampart Brigade (Upgrading to Shotguns. 1.20 Quality)(2.5k) and
The Immigrant Brigade (Improvised weapons. 1.75 Quality)/(2.5k).

[Williamb]

Next up is the Shenendoah Valley Division Commanded by Major General N. Banks. Banks ratings are.
Normal Init. Fair Leader, Bad Tactics, Normal Command.

He has 5 brigades of troops from mixed states. 14,000 Men

The German Brigade(Minie Rifles/1.20 Quality/2.5k)
The Jersey Giants (Muskets/1.20 Quality/3k) Artillery Attached
The Libertymen (Springfeild Rifles/2.00 Quality/2.5k)
Rapier Brigade (Minie Rifles/2.00 Quality/3k)
The Steadfast Brigade (Improvised Weapons/1.75 Quality/3k)Artillery Attached.

[Williamb]

You may have noticed Im keeping the generals in the normal starting positions. That is to give every general at least a chance to do better than they did historically. If they fail then its demotion and removal to obscure outposts. Victories will determine who stays and who goes.

So next is the Western Viriginian Division. Commanded by Major General G. MCClellan. He has Bad Inititive. Excellent Leadership. Normal Tactics and Fair Command.

He teaches Obedience and Discipline.

His troops are 5 Brigades from various states. 13,000 Men

The Mountaineer brigade (2k)
The Freemen Brigade (2k)
The John Adams Brigade (2k)
The Thomas Jefferson Brigade (3k)
The Albany Tigers (3k)

[Rabbitman]

Interesting, I like the modifications.[:)]

[Erik Rutins]

Well done, William. If you have the mod packaged up, e-mail it to me at erikr@matrixgames com and I'll also add it to the Members' Club.

[chris0827]

Halleck Was still on his way from California in July and wasn't in Missouri until late November. A.S. Johnston was also enroute from Californis and didn't take command in the west until mid september.

[Erik Rutins]

Chris,

You should post a modified Generals' file per your research in the mod forum or just post a list of what you feel should be changed. We're going over the Generals file right now for the next update and any and all input is appreciated.

Regards,

- Erik

[Williamb]

Im currently out of town visiting relatives during the holidays hope to update this when I get back.
 
Will also email all those interested in this mod when I get the chance.
 
All I edited was the starting scenario files for July 1861. Isnt a complete edit yet still have some Id like to do when I get more time.
 
As for the issue of Halleck and AS Johnson Id think I can argue that they have been given command of these troops and their staffs are in place. I really dont plan any quick offensive actions as I veiw the first few turns as being time spent getting the armies up and running. The key thing for me is that they are in place to take command and not "In transit". Of course some will want a more accurate game than I have made here.(I only did some mods like I said. Still have alot more Id like to do.)
 
No mod is ever going to make everyone happy. But this is why Im doing an AAR to see who might like this mod.
 
Thanks for the interest !

[Williamb]

The main Union force is the Army of the Potomic commanded by 3 star General I McDowell.

McDowell's abilities are Init is fair. Leader is normal. Tactics fair and fair Command.

He teaches Swampwise to the troops.

The Army of the Potomic's strength is 41,000 Troops. It is broken down into 4 divisions.

The First Divison is labeled as the "Union" Division and it consists of 3 brigades. It has 8,000 Troops.

The "Fighting First" Brigade (Minie Rifles/ 2.00 Quality/3k)
"Iron" Brigade (Springfeild Rifles/3.00 Quality/Has "Dreaded" and "Heroes" attributes/2.5 K)Artillery Brigade attached.
"Rock of the Republic" Brigade (Springfeild Rifles/1.20 Quality/3k)

The Second Division is labeled as the Republic Division. It is commanded by Brigader General D. Couch. He has Bad Inititive, Good leadership, Normal tactics and Normal Command.

It has 3 brigades also and 6,500 men.

The Advanced Guard Brigade - (Muskets/1.75 Quality/2.5K)
The Bayonet Brigade - (Springfeild Rifles/3.00 Quality/3k)
The Ohio Rifles Brigade - (Enfield Rifles/2.00 Quality/1.5K)

The 3rd Division is labeled as the Freedom Division.
It has 9,000 Men in 3 Brigades.

The Michigan Muskets Brigade - (Minie Rifles/1.75 Quality/3k)
The New York Brigade - (Springfeild Rifles/3.00 Quality/3k)
The Lucky 7th Brigade - (Minie Rifles/2.00 Quality/3k)

The 4th Division (Liberty Division) has 3 brigades and 8,500 men.
Terrapin Brigade - (Muskets/1.20 Quality/2.5K)
New York Higlander Brigade - (Minie Rifles/3.00 Quality/3k)
George Washington Brigade - (Minie Rifles/1.20/3k)

And the 5th Division labeled as the New England division which has 3 brigades of 9,000 men.

The Massachusetts Brigade - (Minie Rifles/1.75 Quality/3k)
The Maine Muskets Brigade - (Springfeild Rifles/2.00 Quality/3k)
The Green Mountain Boys Brigade - (Minie Rifles/2.00 Quality/3k)

[Williamb]

I moved 8 Brigades into Columbus Ohio to form more units when I get the chance.

Brigader General W.T. Ward is with them. His ratings are poor Init, Good Leader, Great Tactics and Fair Command.

These Brigades are

Bengal Tiger Brigade - (Improvised Weapons/1.50 Quality/2.5k)
Double 5s Brigade (55th) - (Muskets/2.00 Quality/2.5k)
Pig Farmers Brigade - (Improvised Weapons/2.00 Quality/2.5k)
Union Rifles Brigade - (Muskets/1.50 Quality/2.5k)
Zane Grey Brigade - (Improvised Weapons/1.50 Quality/2.5k)
Knights of Columbus Brigade - (Musket/2.00 Quality/2.5k)
Half a Hundred (5oth) Brigade - (Musket/2.00 Quality/2.5k)
and the Buckeye Brigade - (Muskets/1.50 Quality/2.5k)

[regularbird]

William I can not get your mod to work.  As posted previously when I try to load a saved game from your mod I get a "province failed column check error."  Where do I need to save your mod files.

[Williamb]

There are two parts to the mod I gave to them.

One part is the edits for the July 1861 Scenario. Those txt files go into the july 1861 scenario folder. Might want to back up your files before you copy over them.

The other part was a save game file that was my first turn as the union. That can go into the save game folder.

Will clear it up when I get home tonight.

[Williamb]

The next command over is the Division of the Tennessee. It is commanded by D.C. Buell. Init is poor, Good leader, Normal Tactics, and Good Command.

It is sitting in Dayton Ohio.

The Division of the Tennessee has 4 brigades and is at 10,000 Strength.

The Wolverine Brigade - (Improvised Weapons/1.50 Quality/2.5k)
The Bear Brigade - (Muskets/2.00 Quality/2.5k)
The Pioneer Brigade - (Improvised Weapons/2.00 Quality/2.5k)
and the Indianna Muskets Brigade - (Muskets/1.50 Quality/2.5k)

[christof139]

William Amos, where are you!!????!!
 
The link at Brett's Tredagar Iron Works to your mod doesn't work, it says database unavailable.
 
However, I did download your 3 files from one of the threads here. I ha your mod working just fine on my old compooter, but underwent a rebuild or two and now must again update FoF with your mod, which won't be a problem fro me.
 
Mainly, I just wanted to know if you are still around, OK I hope, and if you are just waiting for the new patch or what??
 
Also, I can't find the flag mod that either you or someone I think named Jim made. does anyone her know where this flag mod file(s) is/are at??
 
Anyway, hope things are good with you and to say once again your mod worked very well and I enjoyed it.
 
Thanx, Chris
 

[Williamb]

Sorry should have messaged me I only come here sparingly anymore been busy.
 
If you want files let me know I still have them

[Tanaka]

ORIGINAL: William Amos

Sorry should have messaged me I only come here sparingly anymore been busy.

If you want files let me know I still have them

Hi William would it be possible for you to put these files in the mod forum for us to download? What happened to Brett's site anyway? Thanks!