U.S. Bayfield-class Attack Transport

The American Bayfield-class attack transports were developed to carry troops and support amphibious landings during the Second World War. Their boats, cargo arrangements, and command facilities connected ocean transport with the movement of landing forces toward the shore. They served across major Allied amphibious campaigns, and some continued into later conflicts. Unlike ordinary passenger transports, an attack transport was organized for the practical demands of launching and sustaining a landing operation. The ships were converted from merchant-hull designs into specialized APAs, with numerous landing boats carried on deck. Their crews had to lower, recover, and coordinate boats in crowded and often dangerous waters. Surviving vessels later supported peacetime transport, training, or reserve duties as needs changed.

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, Global War 1946, Global War 1985, 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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