Across The Vistula — Soviet Guards vs German Panzers, Poland 1944
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Can You Change the Course of History?
Across The Vistula is a gripping historical scenario book for Combat HQ and Combat HQ: Total War, placing you at one of the most pivotal moments of the Eastern Front. In August 1944, the 3rd Guards Tank Army crossed the Vistula River near Annopol — and was immediately met by furious German counter-attacks. By 16 August, the German assaults had petered out, leaving the Soviets in control of Annopol and the surrounding bridgehead.
Had the Germans succeeded, the Soviet drive into Poland would have stalled. Now you can replay those critical days and decide: can the Germans eradicate the Soviet bridgehead and change history? Or will the Red Army hold and drive deeper into Poland?
This scenario book requires both Combat HQ and Combat HQ: Total War to play.
What's Inside
- 4 historical missions recreating the battles around the Vistula bridgehead
- Battle Group rosters for both Soviet and German forces
- Unit Statistics for all forces engaged in the campaign
The Historical Setting
The Vistula crossings of summer 1944 were among the most consequential operations of the Eastern Front's final phase. With Soviet armored forces establishing bridgeheads across the river and German armored reserves racing to contain the breakthrough, the battles were intense, fluid, and historically decisive. Across The Vistula puts you in command at this critical juncture.
Forces Covered
- Soviet: Guards Tank Army formations, including the elite units that forced the Vistula crossing
- German: Panzer and Panzergrenadier forces committed to the counter-attack
Who Is Across The Vistula For?
- Combat HQ and Total War players looking for historically grounded Eastern Front scenarios
- Wargamers who enjoy campaign-style narrative play tied to real historical events
- Eastern Front enthusiasts interested in the 1944 Soviet offensive into Poland
- Players who want balanced, competitive scenarios with detailed historical context
Frequently Asked Questions
What games do I need to play Across The Vistula?
You need both Combat HQ 2.5E and Combat HQ: Total War 2.5E. This scenario book is not standalone.
How many missions are included?
Across The Vistula includes four missions set around the Annopol bridgehead battles of August 1944.
Are the scenarios balanced for competitive play?
Yes — each mission includes Battle Group and Unit Statistics for both sides, designed for balanced, replayable competitive games.
Is this based on real historical events?
Yes. The scenarios are grounded in the actual fighting around the Vistula bridgehead in August 1944, with historically researched forces and objectives.