Courbet Battleship

Courbet was the lead ship of France’s first dreadnought battleship class, entering service before the First World War. She served with the French fleet as the navy adapted to the all-big-gun battleship era. The class later became outdated compared with newer capital ships, and Courbet’s Second World War career included service after escape to Britain and eventual use as a blockship off Normandy in 1944. Her final role was far removed from the battle-line purpose of her original design. During the Second World War, the aging Courbet escaped to Britain after France’s defeat. She later served in a static role and was scuttled as part of the Normandy artificial harbor arrangements in 1944. This final use differed dramatically from her original battle-fleet purpose.

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, Global War 1936, 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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