Japanese Command Center

Japanese military command centers coordinated operations through headquarters staffs, communications equipment, maps, reports, and liaison personnel. During the Second World War, the army and navy maintained separate command systems, often with serious difficulties in coordination. Headquarters could occupy purpose-built facilities, field shelters, or existing civilian buildings depending on the theater. This subject represents that command function in general, not a single identified historical installation with a known construction date or garrison. Japanese wartime headquarters depended on couriers, telephone connections, radios, maps, and staff work to direct dispersed forces. On islands, concealment and protection against bombardment could be essential. The command center represents these organizational functions rather than a standardized building employed in identical form throughout every Japanese theater of war.

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 1936, 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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