Korean War

United Nations
Netherlands

by Greg Novak

The Dutch sent a infantry battalion from Regiment Van Heutsz, which was linked with the 38th Infantry Regiment. At this time, it was understrength by a Infantry company. The Dutch gained a very interesting reputation as being very difficult to work with by the American commanders, as they were unwilling to follow orders unless they approved of them. On the other hand, it was quickly noted that no battalion could hold a position as well as the Dutch could, so I suggest that they be given a high morale and rating, but given to commander who only does what he want to do and who likes to stay on the defensive.

DUTCH BATTALION (Veteran, Morale 11)

    BATTALION HEADQUARTERS
      1 Command Stand
      1 Jeep
      2 Support Stands
      1 Staff Radio Truck
      2 Medium Trucks

    2 INFANTRY COMPANIES, each with;

      1 Command Stand
      3 Infantry Stands
      1 Weapons Stand

    WEAPONS COMPANY

      2 MMG Stands
      1 81mm Mortar Stand (DS)
      1 75mm Recoiless Rifle Stand (DS)
      3 Medium Trucks

Use the unit data for the United States forces.

United Nations


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