The United States knows it as the French and Indian War. Europe calls it the Seven Years’ War. From 1756 to 1763, a global conflict with battles fought across Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and North America. The conflict pitted Britain, Prussia, Portugal, and Russia against France, the Holy Roman Empire, Spain, and Sweden. Both sides had over 1 million soldiers involved in the conflict.

The Battle of Minden wasn’t the largest, but it was pivotal in determining the victor of the war. Before the battle, France was in control of Hannover, and Prussia, along with the rest of their coalition, was on the brink of surrender. If Minden doesn’t happen, the world would be a much different place.

Great Britain
Hanover
Led By Prince Ferdinand
37,000

France
Led By Louis de Contades
44,000

Our wargame will focus on the center of the battle. During the actual fight, six British regiments (14 battalions) advanced on the main line of French Cavalry. Our wargame will cover this action.

Models Needed
British 14 Battalions, 2 should be light infantry, 2 should be grenadiers
French 6 Units of Hussars, 3 Units of Dragoons, 2 Units of Curiassiers

Wargame
2 Players
I used General D’ Armee
The British should not be allowed to form a square
Terrain, open flat ground with small hills

Objectives
Both sides, rout or destroy 50% of the opponents forces