Prologue: Rider from the Column!

South Africa: January 1879. 

In response to a British ultimatum, the Zulu King, Cetshwayo, has ordered his armies to mobilize for war!

Traditional opening dance scene.

A small British garrison from the 58th Foot has been posted at a border trading post to guard the ford and assist convoys hauling supplies to the front. One such convoy is currently laagered on a hill overlooking the river along with its escort of two companies of the 92nd and a Naval landing party.

"Sir! Messenger from the column, riding hard!"

Shortly before midday, a rider is seen approaching at a gallop, hotly pursued by Zulu warriors. What can it mean? Better safe than sorry, the order is given: "STAND TO!!"

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Last Stand: Scen#30 from One Hour Wargames.
Each 1 foot square on Thomas' map has become a block
of 4x4 hexes on the left and right, or a 4x5 block in the center
 and the compass revolved 180 degrees so that the hill is to the south.