Bismarck Battleship

Bismarck was Germany’s large modern battleship completed during the Second World War. Its first Atlantic operation in May 1941 included the sinking of HMS Hood, followed by pursuit and destruction after British air and surface attacks. Its short combat career contrasts with the enormous effort invested in building, operating, and countering a major capital ship.

During the Denmark Strait action on 24 May 1941, Bismarck fought alongside the heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen. Damage sustained in the encounter affected her subsequent attempt to reach a French Atlantic port. British carrier aircraft later damaged her steering, leaving her unable to escape the pursuing fleet. The final battle occurred on 27 May. Her sister Tirpitz followed a very different career, spending much of the war threatening Allied routes from bases in Norway.

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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