Hello Officers of Gator Alley <salute>
Gator Alley Officer News!
* Major General David Peek (3rd Brigade Commander) - has recently shown himself to be a real thorn in the Union AotT tail! Having thoroughly demolished two opponents in an MP Match vs two Union officers, MG Dave Elkin's and Colonel Steve Trauth. His attack through the woods with Walker's Reserve Corps supported by General Forrest's Cavalry (commanded by me) surrounded and cut to pieces some of the finest regiments in the Union XIVth Corps on the field of Chickamauga. Within 15 turns a Major Victory had been reached. It's always a pleasure to be in your company Dave.
* Brigadier General Chris Newcomb (2nd Brigade Commander) - our very own Lt Chris Newcomb in real life has just recently returned from a training stint and now has time for a little relaxation and gaming. Good to have you back in the command tent safe and sound. Chris just took a share of a MP Major Victory in Gator Elite which just concluded, more about that a little later. Congrats Chris! He tells me he's got time on his hands and would be interested in a friendly maneuver game, perhaps our newest officer would care to take him on?
* Colonel Robert Webb (8th Brigade Commander) - Robert fresh from recent victories currently is involved in a maneuver match with MG Peek, and MP battle with some new found friends that is giving him a real work out. Finally, Colonel Webb will be on the Gator Alley MP Team taking part of the Western Fireworks Tournament set to kick off later this month vs. members of the AotT. Stones River will be the scene for this challenge with other members of the team being myself and MG David Peek.
* WELCOME Fld Lt. Russell Longmire (1st Brigade Commander) - we are excited to have Russell join our ranks. Self-described as a long time gamer, this native Texan now has the opportunity to add to Gator Alley's long list of accomplishments. Sir, we wish you every success and look forward to getting to know you. Please join in and participate when you can. I believe General Newcomb is looking for a fight, also General Garner as well....please let us know how things go and don't hesitate to ask any Gator Alley officer for help or just to talk Civil War.
* Honorary Member General Jim Garner ( AotM - Commander) - Jim continues to support the division and is active in several matches. Rumor has it that your looking to hang up your command hat as commander of the AotM. You have a home with us and we would be proud have you in the ranks. We salute you sir! <salute>
* Lt. General Neal Hebert - (II Corps AotM - Commander) - Neal continues to be active in many aspects of Gator Alley Division gaming. His leadership and friendship is appreciated by all. His friends wish him well and our admiration. Neal - thank you for what you do! <salute>
* MG Tim Reneau - (Gator Alley Div - Commander) - I am pleased to say that I now a little more free time as Spring rolls around and I can't wait to get out there and kick some Yankee butt! I encourage each Gator Alley officer to seek out and try the MP experience, it's a load of fun.
Multi-Player Battle News
* Gator Klebbe - officers made up of Chris Newcomb, myself, and led by Neal had a rousing time whipping up on the poor yanks that got caught napping and had their flank cave in and whole divisions cut to pieces. A Major Victory! Great fun this one!
* Gator Equal - this one also led by Neal, includes Jim Garner, David Peek, and myself vs. Confederate Joe Medeiros and some other Union gentlemen. This was a constructed meeting engagement scenario that doesn't favor the Rebs in the least, and after initial setbacks, we have fought our way back to a draw and now work towards achieving a victory of some sort. Will be hard but we like challenges. Still a long way to go in this one.
* Gator Elite - General Gregor Olinsky and his handpicked team of "Elites" from Hancock's Division, Union AotS, challenged a Gator Alley team made up of Chris Newcomb, myself, David Peek, and led by Neal Hebert. This match has been painted as the mother of all challenges vs the Gator Alley boys.....a lot of verbal capital on the line here.....half way through the match the yanks seemed to have stumbled, not once but twice. The Yanks paid for their mistakes and have waved the white flag! Major Victory for Gator Alley! In additon to that and with great pride we take possession of Hancock's Division Flag! A trophy to keep for all time gentlemen!
* Gator Vortex - this one just started when the last edition of Gator Alley news came out. Gator Alley received a challenge from MG David Elkins and Colonel Steve Trauth, both of the XVIth Corp, Union AotT. MG Peek and myself responded and whipped them to a pulp inside of 15 turns. A Major Victory!
Tournament News
* Great news for the AotM and our very own division - the Army of the Shenandoah has been absolutely crushed by our glorious army in their "Fall Offensive". 13 of 16 battles have been completed, with the Army of the Mississippi achieving 8 victories, 1 defeat, and 4 draws. Of the 3 remaining battles, our Army is enjoying 2 more victories and 1 draw as of the latest results. My match has concluded and I am happy to report a solid Major Victory.
* Western Fireworks Tournament - About to start! Please check out the details in the AotM Forum. Plenty of room for contestants in one-on-one matches and room for more MP challenges as well. Step up Gators!
March Muster
* Please, if you haven't done so already, visit the AotM site report in. Mustering lets the club know you are participating and an active member. Gator Alley and the new 2nd Corps have a wonderful tradition of showing up and making their mark. Let's keep this tradition alive gentlemen. Please muster before the end of the month.
Individual Play
* I encourage each of you to actively seek out opponents and let us know how it's going - something we can share with the group. Also, as in the case of new products, we would love to have a review of new scenario's, games, etc...
2nd Corps News
* Corps Commander General Hebert has organized his Corps into three divisions, ours the 2nd Div and the 4th Div being the two principle active elements while the other being made up of non-active members for the moment. Work on updating the 2nd Corps has progressed well and I ask that all of you visit and participate in the 2nd Corps discussions and news thread in the AotM forum:
viewtopic.php?f=40&t=17871 There will be times when we will be called upon to help support Corps functions and initiatives, and I'm sure we will step up to the task(s) whatever they may be. For now, we need to keep on performing as we normally do. Stay active, voice your opinions, support others, and battle those infernal Yanks who think they can command a regiment better than we can.......we know better.
Quote of the Month
“Our regiment captured General Adams, yet there are no less than six regiments who claim the honor of having captured him."
....Captain Borden M. Hicks - 11th Michigan Infantry, Stanley's Brigade - Chickamauga, September 20th, 1863
Disinformation was just as much a problem 150 years ago as it is now, except now it's flashed around the world in seconds and endlessly talked over in the 24 hour news cycle. Seems everyone today has an opinion and is certain to make it known and has easy ways of getting it out (I have an iPhone, lol), sometimes it all just muddies up the water......what I do know is that during the Civil War the soldiers of each regiment and battalion formed a bond, could depend on each other, and looked after one another. The loss of a fellow mate was felt and had an impact. I believe we all care about each other and in the long run, don't give a damn about who captured what General or any other meaningless arguement that comes along. We stick together, enjoy each other's company, share in the triumphs and find solace in the defeats. I am proud to know you guys, and want this division and Corps to keep rolling along, no matter what...I hope you do too!
Well that's it for this edition of the Gator Alley News. I appreciate the efforts of all, keep the flag flying, have fun, and good luck in all your challenges this new year. Please don't forget to check in with me every once and a while - thanks to all of you and happy gaming!
Regards,
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