British Town-Class Light Cruiser

The British Town-class light cruisers of the 1930s carried a strong battery of 6-inch guns and served widely in the Second World War. Ships such as Southampton, Gloucester, Sheffield, and Belfast belonged to related groups within the class. Their careers included fleet support, convoy protection, and major surface actions. The later Edinburgh subgroup enlarged and modified the design, and HMS Belfast survives as a museum ship in London. Sheffield served in demanding Arctic convoy operations. Such careers connect the class to both Mediterranean fighting and the protection of supplies moving toward the Soviet Union. The cruisers also provided anti-aircraft protection and supported operations far from home bases.

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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