Gentlemen <salute>
I have the pleasure to announce what should prove to be an epic battle, bitterly contested by former comrades. Negotiations have been completed, commands assembled, barbs traded, with the only thing left being the battle itself.
Are you ready?
The stage has been set along the banks of Chickamauga Creek, the date being 19 September 1863. General Rosecrans and his Army of the Cumberland are determined to see that history doesn't repeat itself at the Battle of Chickamauga, while General Bragg and his Army of Tennessee along with General Longstreet's wing are just as determined to see the Army of the Cumberland completely destroyed this time.
Are you ready?
In the blue corner we have the challengers, a team made up completely of former CSA officers and now serving the banner of the newly formed "Dixieland Blues" Division, Army of the Potomac. While the Yanks might call them enlightened, we simply call them deserters. Let's give it up for Mark Davis, James Foster, and Sean Turner along with their commander Blake Strickler who has declared this to be a "Black Flag" affair. Blake has gone as far as stating there will be a dead gator's skin hanging from his colors once the battle is completed.
In the grey corner we have a "Gator Alley" team accompanied by acting temporary brevet command sergeant major Nicodemus. Their reputation as fighters is known by many, and their list of victims includes some of the finest officers to represent the Yankee Army. The victors of Gator Pike, Gator Woods, Gator Klebbe, Gator Scrap, Elite Gator, and probably a couple of others, I present David Peek, Roger Hulinsky, and Neal Hebert along with their commander Tim Reneau. Nicodemus has stated that the only thing the Yank colors will be carrying once the battle is over is bullet holes.
Let's get ready to rumble!
Gentlemen, negotiations have concluded and it has been agreed that all optional rules are in play with the exception of MDF, Artillery Capture, Artillery Retirement by Prologue, and Night Movement Fatigue. There are no "house rules" in play other than what is contained in the ACWGC rules. Protect yourself at all times. In the event of a knockdown there will be no standing eight-count so that you might regain your senses, and Nicodemus will not be sent to a neutral corner.
Return to your lines and come out fighting!
_________________ General Neal Hebert Edward C. Walthall Division (2nd aka "Gator Alley") II Corps, Army of the West CSA Cabinet Secretary
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