Stand At Mortain

Concept illustrated:
Retaliation (viz suppression & "last stand"): attempt to recoup lost holdings - counterstroke vs counterstrike

evolution: comparable in most ways to popular Battle of Bulge games - obj= "denial" of en cap (tantamount to dream of reversal) - contrary to R. E. Lee

The Activation of units decision device employed in this game means that the two sides are simulating the play/ orders of opposing superior commanders, rather than the independent control of unit- level commanders as is the case in games which offer all units opportunities for action in a round.