No Trumpets No Drums: The Vietnam War 1965-1975 (1982)

About this game

No Trumpets, No Drums is a Strategic level wargame of the war in Vietnam. Two players, representing the Communist states and guerrilla armies of South-east Asia and the pro-Western and neutral states and forces of that region and their American allies, combat each other in a political and military duel for control over Indochina. (from the 2nd edition rulebook) Scenarios: 1968: Tet Offensive 1972: The Easter Offensive 1975: The End 1965-75: The War in Vietnam 1965-68: The American Build-Up Peace With Honour (1969-1972) The Vietnam War: 1973-1975 Components (2nd edition): One 24" x 32" map One 260-counter sheet of playing pieces Two booklets (Rules & Scenarios) Two charts & tables sheets 1st edition issued with The Wargamer Magazine #22.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 3.2/5 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.