Norway 1940: A PQ-17 Expansion

Norway 1940 is a ziplock expansion for the PQ - 17 game. It adds British, French, Polish, and German naval and air units, letting you re - fight the intense air - naval battle. You'll find rarely - seen ships and aircraft like the repair ship HMS Vindictive, German Type II U - boats, Blackburn Skuas and Rocs, and early Ju88 heavy fighters. Special rules mirror the unique campaign conditions, such as Scandinavian neutrality, Norwegian coastal defenses, faulty German torpedoes, shore bombardments, and the Allied forward naval base in the Lofotens. Just like the main game, secretly set special conditions bring new chances and risks for both sides. Decide whether the British will stop the German invasion, if the Germans will break into the Atlantic with heavy ships, if the Allies will stay in Narvik or evacuate as France's fall nears, or if the Germans will try to seize Iceland first.

To use this Norway 1940 expansion for the PQ - 17 game, simply add the included naval and air units to your existing PQ - 17 setup. Follow the special rules to make the game more realistic and exciting. When setting up the game, think about the unique campaign conditions like Scandinavian neutrality and Norwegian coastal defenses. As you play, keep in mind the special conditions that can change the game's outcome. Store the ziplock expansion in a dry and cool place to keep the units and rules in good condition. If any pieces get dirty, you can gently clean them with a soft cloth. Have fun re - creating the 1940 air - naval battle!