The Battle of Grunwald in 1410 led to the complete destruction of the Teutonic order. Out of 270 brothers, 211 were killed. The victory marked the rise of the Polish-Lithuanian kingdom as the dominant power of Eastern Europe. It was also one of the largest battles in medieval Europe.

Order of Battle

Kingdom of Poland and Grand Duchy of Lithuania

Led by King Wladyslaw II

39,000 men

50 Polish Banners and 40 Lithuanian

Teutonic Order

Led by Grand Master Ulrich Von Jungingen

27,000 men

50 Banners

Wargame,

Use DBMM, Hail Caesar, or any other large format battle. I’d plan on 600 points of Teutonic order, 350 Polish, and 350 Lithuanian. Teutonic should also have a camp. Don’t be afraid to give the Lithuanian army mercenaries.

I’d use an 8×4 table for 15mm figures. Set the temperature as hot and give the Teutonic two areas of rough ground to set as terrain.

Set-Up

Historically the Polish heavy cavalry took the left flank, Lithuanian light cavalry the right flank, and infantry in the center. The Teutonic order placed their elite heavy cav against the Lithuanians, with infantry in the center.

Terrain

A flat field, some woods, a small hill between the camp and the field. The Teutonic order should place two small rough ground areas.

Objectives

Win the battle in accordance with the rules of your chosen game.