Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Talavera, July 28, 1809




NOTE: Player positions are filled but you're welcome to watch!

What: The battle of Talavera, July 28, 1809
The afternoon attack
 
When: Saturday, June 30, 2012
 
Start: Players should be at the venue no later than 9 AM. Force distribution will be decided prior to the game start, and we recommend that team members liaise with one another prior to the event to determine commands and tactics. Maps and OoBs will be distributed in advance to facilitate this. To speed up play commands will be initially setup to reflect the historical placement of forces.
 
End: Venue closes at 5 PM, therefore we will endeavor to complete the game no later than 4:30PM to allow for takedown
 

Lunch will be provided at the game venue, and dinner will be provided.
Cost: To cover the cost of food and beverages etc, there will be a $20 cover charge
 
Where: The event will take place at the
South Norwalk Public Library Branch
10 Washington St
Norwalk, CT 06854
203-899-2790
 
Parking: There is a parking lot directly behind the Branch Library
 
Recommended Accommodation: For those traveling a major distance and needing a place to stay overnight, there are a number of local hotels and motels in Norwalk, but a recently refurbished and reasonably priced establishment, within a few miles of the library is;
 

Econo Lodge (CT139)
469 Westport Avenue, Norwalk, CT, US, 06851
Phone: (203) 847-5827
 
Roomrate: $79.99 two queen beds – max occupancy 4 people
 
To get you in the mood:

http://www.peninsularwar.org/talav.htm