The Danish government wanted to annex the duchy of Schleswig to the Danish kingdom while the Prussian government, for internal political and strategic reasons, wanted Schleswig to finally became a part of Germany. A key element of Denmark's war strategy was the blockade of Germany's Baltic sea ports, thereby disrupting German overseas trade and hindering Prussian naval operations in support the Prussian army. The supreme commander of the Prussian army insisted that the navy attempt to breach the blockade.
Ironclads: Schleswig War 1864 is a historical naval strategy game that brings attention to an often-overlooked military conflict in nineteenth-century Europe. Developed by Totem Games and published by Strategy First, it places players in command of warships during the struggle between Denmark and the German powers over Schleswig and Holstein. Rather...
The greatest naval simulator for the greatest war in history
