Crossing the Limpopo,part two.

As the Zulus approached, Lord Elpus ordered one coy. of the NNC to move and protect the left of the gun on the northern hill,and one coy. to protect the right flank of the Marines,whilst the remaining coy. was to stand and guard the cattle . Some long range shooting did very little damage to the right and centre of the Zulus,but caused a few casualties to the left horn

Damage to the left horn(red pom-poms) and all round shooting from the British troops,NNc have not received their order to move yet!.

They're getting closer,Zulu casualties mounting but not too serious yet!

Because of terrain restrictions the centre and right horn have merged-the centre regiments took precedence,forcing the right to stand and look on for a move!-look at the red pom-poms now.

The left horn is taking a bit of a battering,but still they come!!-the right horn is within charge distance now-oh dear!!

A general view of the table-too close for comfort??

USUTHU!!-the charge took the troops out in the open by storm,but they fought back although at a real disadvantage!!

The centre is now within charge range,and the British position looks perilous,but what of the Zulu right??

Well,it too has charged into the wagon line and the stout defenders,but they are taking alot of casualties-a coy. of NNC(in foreground) is sent to bolster the flank.-The Zulus have extended their lines to attack the British in the flank and rear-hmmmm.

The gun on the north hill has taken off,at a rate of knots-this is not looking good!

Break through!-the Zulus are just about to take the British troops in the flank,and extend to the rear.

No hope now,it is to be hoped that the left horn is not doing as well.....................

NOPE!!!-flank has gone. It was at this point that Lord Elpus and ADC Harris decided to do the right thing-and save the colours!!!!!

There they go-well they are the only ones with horses(I'm sure Queen Victoria will pardon them!!!)

This was a great game to play,thoroughly enjoyable,roll on the next one-possibly playing over the same terrain,but not the same period.