ASL – Bloody Buron: The first step to Caen

Bloody Buron is a Historical Advanced Squad Leader (HASL) module depicting the Canadian assault on the Norman village of Buron on July 8, 1944 during Operation Charnwood, one of the major Allied offensives aimed at capturing Caen. Players recreate the fighting between the Canadian 3rd Infantry Division and the entrenched defenders of the 12th SS Panzer Division Hitlerjugend.

The module focuses on assaults against prepared defensive positions including anti-tank ditches, trench systems, fortified strongpoints, and defensive networks protecting the approaches to Caen.

Game System
The module is designed for Advanced Squad Leader and belongs to the Historical ASL series.

It features a dedicated 24" x 30" historical map of the Buron battlefield and includes both standalone scenarios and a full historical campaign game.

Included Scenarios

BB1 – First Big Fight
Buron, France, July 8, 1944
The Highland Light Infantry of Canada launches the opening assault against the Hitlerjugend defenses.

BB2 – Smashing In The Door
Buron, France, July 8, 1944
D Company attacks anti-tank ditches and fortified German positions under intense fire.

BB3 – Haywire Communications
Buron, France, July 8, 1944
Canadian troops advance into the village while coordination difficulties complicate operations.

BB4 – Zoot Suit Boys
Buron, France, July 8, 1944
Canadian forces attempt to secure their foothold inside Buron against determined German resistance.

Bloody Buron Campaign Game
A complete historical campaign covering the entire battle for Buron during Operation Charnwood.

Objective
The scenarios and campaign recreate the Canadian attack against a prepared German defensive system. Objectives include capturing anti-tank ditches, securing the village, eliminating fortified positions, and holding gains against German resistance.

Players
2 players

Playing Time
2 to 10 hours depending on the scenario
Campaign game playable across multiple sessions.

Complexity
High

Designed for experienced ASL players who enjoy historical modules featuring infantry, armor, and fortification warfare.

Replayability
4 historical scenarios
1 complete campaign game
Dedicated historical map
Numerous tactical options for both sides
Strong attack-versus-defense gameplay.

Components (indicative)
1 color 24" x 30" historical map
4 historical scenarios
1 campaign game
Dedicated HASL rules chapter
ASL-compatible materials