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A discussion of WWI Balkan/Middle East orders of battle from the forum by Luke Willen and Mark Hayes PDF 16k |
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Mark Hayes' Cover table for WW1.
Infantry is given a "Field Craft Rating" (FCR) corresponding to their expertise and training.Most infantry in 1914 would have an FCR of 1 and those in 1918 a 3 (corresponding to WWII levels).
A FCR of 2 could be for British, French, German, and Serbian infantry in 1915, and everybody else in 1916.
British, German, and French infantry could have a FCR of 3 in 1917, but everybody else rates a 2.
| FCR | Open Direct/IDF |
Soft Cover Direct/IDF |
Hard Cover Direct/IDF |
Dug-Out Direct/IDF |
Bunker Direct/IDF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | +1/+1 | 0/0 | -2/-1 | -2/-2 | -3/-3 |
| 2 | +1/0 | -1/0 | -2/-1 | -2/-2 | -3/-3 |
| 3 | 0/0 | -1/0 | -2/-1 | -2/-2 | -3/-3 |
| Links of Interest | |
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| Trenches on the Web | A great site that is constantly updating and loaded with all kinds of useful material. Leans toward more popular interpretations of the war. |
| The Great War Society. | An international organization that has long been a home for enthusiasts the scholars interested in the period. Lots of unique or hard to find material, including contributions from continental European members. Outstanding links page. |
| Belgian Fronts | As the title suggests, this site focuses on the war in Belgium. It is a great example of what a specialized site can contribute by concentrating on a lesser-known topic. Contains OBs for the Belgian Army throughout the war. |
| World War I document Archive | Period documents on the web. |
| The Battle of Arras | A look at the Battle of Arras and Canadas participation in the War. |
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