The First Arab-Israeli War (1997)

About this game

The First Arab-Israeli War, 1947-49: Israeli War of Independence, covers the chaotic, tense 1948 war in which Israel established its formal existence at the expense of its Palestinian neighbors. Two scenarios, War of Independence and Struggle for Palestine. Originally published in Strategy & Tactics magazine #185. Game Scale: Turn: 1 month Hex: 4.6 miles / 7.5 km Unit: Battalion / Brigade Game Inventory: One 22" X 34" mapsheet One countersheet (280 1/2" counters) One 16 page rules booklet

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.6/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.