Dunkurque-Class Battleship

France’s Dunkerque class was designed between the world wars in response to changing threats and treaty restrictions. Its main guns were concentrated forward in quadruple turrets, producing a distinctive layout unlike conventional battleships with heavy guns spread fore and aft. Dunkerque and Strasbourg served during the early Second World War, and the British attack at Mers-el-Kébir became central to their wartime story. Their design should be distinguished from the larger, later Richelieu class. Mounting the main battery forward in two quadruple turrets created a highly distinctive arrangement. French planners sought a fast capital ship able to counter emerging threats without the size of later battleships. The class’s wartime fate was shaped by the fall of France and the difficult struggle over control of the French fleet.

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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