German Siegfried-class Coastal Defense Ship WW1

The German Siegfried class consisted of compact coastal-defense ships built in the late nineteenth century. Their heavy guns and limited ocean-going qualities reflected a coastal mission rather than the role of a modern dreadnought. Older examples remained useful in secondary duties during the First World War after they had become obsolete for major fleet combat.

The class entered service in the 1890s, when Imperial Germany was still developing the institutions and infrastructure of its expanding navy. Three large guns in individual mountings gave considerable firepower to a relatively small hull. The ships were later lengthened in an effort to improve their characteristics. During the First World War, advancing naval technology relegated them to coastal defense and support duties rather than operations with modern battleships.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1914, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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