Army of the Potomac

Army of the Potomac: Campaigns of 1862 & 1864 is an operational historical wargame focused on the major Eastern Theater campaigns of the American Civil War. As Volume 2 of the Civil War Heritage series, it expands the system introduced in Rebel Fury with fast setup, streamlined play, and high command decision-making.

Historical Scope

Included campaigns and battles:

• Spotsylvania II
• North Anna River
• Cold Harbor
• the complete Seven Days campaign
• Seven Pines, preceding Lee’s assumption of command.

Players take the role of army commanders — Grant, McClellan, Lee, or Johnston — maneuvering forces, seeking flanks, concentrating attacks, and allocating artillery support.

Game System

Scale: Infantry/Cavalry Division level

Key features:

• Dynamic Zone of Influence / Zone of Control formation system
• Flexible unit movement sequencing
• Differential combat resolution
• Artillery duels and repeated assault capability
• Strong focus on operational tempo and battlefield positioning.

Campaign Features

The game also includes:

• campaign rules from Spotsylvania to Cold Harbor,
• logistics,
• attrition,
• bonus compatibility scenarios for Rebel Fury owners.

Box Contents

• 4 large mounted maps
• 4 additional map sheets/extensions
• 2 counter sheets
• Rulebook + Playbook
• player aids and campaign displays
• 2 D10 dice + 1 custom die.