The Normandy Town Set from Battle Honours 3D offers an essential backdrop for wargamers looking to recreate key battles of World War II. These highly detailed buildings, modelled on typical French architecture, are perfect for representing the towns and villages caught in the crossfire of the Normandy Campaign in 1944.
Historical Context – Where It Fits In
Normandy’s towns and villages saw intense fighting following the D-Day landings on 6 June 1944. As the Allies pushed inland, battles raged in places like Carentan, Caen, and Saint-Lô, where German forces put up stiff resistance. These urban environments provided strategic choke points, defensive positions, and opportunities for close-quarters combat. The Normandy Town Set is ideal for representing such engagements in your wargames.
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Carentan (June 1944) – Fought over by the 101st Airborne Division, Carentan was crucial for linking Utah and Omaha beaches. Its tight streets and stone buildings made it a natural defensive stronghold.
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Caen (June–July 1944) – A key objective of Operation Overlord, Caen’s historic buildings and urban layout saw prolonged fighting, including street battles and house-to-house combat.
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Saint-Lô (July 1944) – Known as ‘The Capital of Ruins’ due to the destruction it suffered, Saint-Lô was an example of how fierce fighting in urban areas shaped the course of the campaign.
Why Use the Normandy Town Set?
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Authentic Design – The set captures the look of wartime French towns, with intricate stonework, timber-framed buildings, and shopfronts.
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Versatile Use – Suitable for a range of scenarios, from the early hours of D-Day to the final push towards Paris.
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Scalable Setup – Use it as a single town square or expand into a full battlefield with additional pieces.
Features of the Set
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Pre-sized for 12mm and smaller scales
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Highly detailed 3D prints capturing period architecture
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Modular layout to fit different game scenarios
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Durable resin mix for long-lasting use
Perfect for Various Wargames
The Normandy Town Set isn’t limited to World War II. It can also serve as a backdrop for earlier 20th-century conflicts or even alternate-history settings. Whether you’re playing Flames of War, Bolt Action, or Chain of Command, this set adds realism and depth to your table.
Thank You, Howard!
A huge thanks to Howard for his amazing paint job on these models. His attention to detail brings the Normandy Town Set to life, making it an outstanding centrepiece for any battlefield. His work showcases just how immersive these buildings can be in a well-crafted wargame setup.
Bring History to Your Table
With its detailed craftsmanship and historical accuracy, the Normandy Town Set from Battle Honours 3D is an essential addition for wargamers and diorama builders. Recreate the battles of Normandy with stunning terrain and immerse yourself in the drama of urban warfare.
Shop the Normandy Town Set now and enhance your wargaming experience today.
