Omaha-Class Light Cruiser

The American Omaha-class light cruisers were designed around high speed and scouting requirements that originated during the First World War period. Their unusual distribution of guns included casemate and turret positions, reflecting a transitional cruiser layout. By the Second World War they were older ships, often assigned patrol, escort, and secondary tasks rather than the main fleet actions expected for newer cruisers. Their service illustrates how useful ships could remain after their original design concept aged. Their mixed gun arrangement included casemate positions as well as turrets, making the class visibly different from later American cruisers. By the Second World War they were aging ships, often assigned patrol, escort, and secondary duties while newer cruisers served the main carrier forces.

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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