The Zouave
Summer 1997


Table of Contents

Notes from the Editor... by Dave Reynolds

Battle of Plains Store by David W. Couvillon
The battle on May 21, 1863 halted the Union columns for a short time until overwhelmed. But what would have happened had the CSA general received alternate orders? This What if scenario includes historical analysis, order of battle, and Fire & Fury scenario information.

Civil War Culture by Doug Wilson
A look at the religion, communications, and health of the soldiers.

The Not as Famous: Two Biographies by Kathleen Seroteck

Flags of the Texas Brigade by Ryan Toews
A baker's dozen flags of the units and the history behind them. Illustrated by Bill Currie.

The Philadelphia Brigade by Kathleen Seroteck
A profile of the only Federal unit named for its home city.

Balancing a Scenario by Mark Piper
Part 2 continues the point system to help you create evenly matched games.

Battle of Chester Station by John Hill
A Johnny Reb scenario based on the 1864 battle by Pertersburg.

New System for Command and Control by Breit Holtsclaw
For On to Richmond rules, an alternative method to recreate disjointed attacks..

The Picket Line Reviews


On the cover: Gen. John B. Gordon (1832-1904). He began his military career as captain of the 6th Alabama in 1861 and rose rapidly in rank. His actions at Spotsylvania and Cold Harbor won him promotion to major general. Large cover: (slow: 132K).


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