Interesting system, achieving decisive results difficult – but then perhaps that makes it a good simulation of the historical events! I will endeavor to play all the scenarios – but I am favorably impressed.

An excellent “block” game covering the Eastern Theater of the American Civil War. The blocks with their hidden strengths impart “fog of war” using a very simple mechanism. High excitement factor, with cool battle mechanics reminiscent of combat from that time period. Very flavorful. Dixie card game can be used to resolve battles with even more detail and flavor.

I like Columbia Games’ wargame system, with its sophisticated implementation of logistics and fog of war. You can even screen enemy forces with blank blocks, a common enough tactic in real war. Having a strategic map for maneuvering forces and a tactical battleboard for a smashing dicefest is also nice. Very enjoyable recreation of the Eastern campaigns of an epic conflict.

Based on the 1862 scenario. It’s very impressive how much game can be had with so few pieces on such small a map. But as with other outstanding Columbia Games, BL offers a lot of challenges for both the North and the South. I’m curious to see how either side could achieve a decisive victory consistently. Will definitely play again as there is a lot to explore.

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What is Bobby Lee?

Bobby Lee brings to life the most dramatic military event in American history, the Civil War. The wargame covers the war in the east, focusing on the one hundred miles between the two rival capitals of Richmond and Washington.

Game at a Glance

Players: 2
Playing Time: 2-4 hours
Period: American Civil War, 1861–1865
Scope: The war in the East, centered on the campaign corridor between Richmond and Washington
Scenarios: Play each year separately, or link them for a longer campaign
Complexity: Medium
System: Columbia Block System

6.5

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