Flames of War: Berlin, Soviet - 1945 Soviet army book. BATTLE FRONT FW274

Flames of War: Berlin: Soviet Book Product Contents

Flames of War: Berlin: Soviet is a sourcebook by Battlefront Miniatures dedicated to Soviet forces during the final phase of World War II. Across its 100 pages, this volume covers the Red Army's campaigns from 1944 to 1945, focusing in detail on the offensive against Berlin and the hard-fought battles leading to the fall of the German capital.

Presented in A4 hardcover format, this essential reference book is designed for Flames of War players looking to expand their Soviet army options, explore rich historical background, and build forces to recreate the final epic engagements of the Eastern Front.

The Soviet Offensive on Berlin in 1945

In April 1945, the Red Army reached the banks of the Oder River and prepared for its final thrust toward Berlin. Launched on April 16, the offensive met fierce German defensive positions dug in along the Seelow Heights, where stubborn resistance temporarily slowed the Soviet advance.

Ultimately, overwhelming Soviet numerical superiority and crushing firepower broke through. As German armies fell back, Marshals Zhukov and Konev raced toward the capital to seize the ultimate symbol of Nazi power. Within Berlin itself, regular forces and auxiliary units put up fanatical street-by-street resistance in a bitter house-to-house struggle.

Late-War Soviet Forces

Berlin: Soviet provides extensive lore and army lists for the Red Army in 1944–1945, highlighting the final campaigns across Poland, eastern Germany, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, and Austria. The book seamlessly combines historical context with tabletop army options for Flames of War.

Formations and units detailed include M4 Sherman tank battalions, recon forces, Hero Guards motor rifle battalions, IS-2 heavy tank regiments, and Red Banner rifle and engineer assault formations.

Army Lists and Force Options

This book provides complete instructions and rules to field a wide variety of late-war Soviet forces, including:

• M4 Sherman (Late) Tank Battalion
• 76mm M4 Sherman Tank Battalion
• Hero M4 Sherman (Late) & 76mm Tank Battalions
• Forward Detachment
• Hero Guards Motor Rifle Battalion
• Hero Reconnaissance Company
• Guards IS-2 Heavy Tank Regiment (Late)
• Hero Guards IS-2 Heavy Tank Regiment (Late)
• Red Banner Rifle Regiment
• Hero Assault Engineers

These options allow you to explore diverse Soviet army compositions and tailor your force to match your preferred playstyle and historical scenarios.

Book Features

• Game System: Flames of War
• Faction: Soviet Union
• Time Period: 1944–1945 (Late-War)
• Page Count: 100 pages
• Format: A4
• Binding: Hardcover
• Contents: Historical background, campaign lore, and Soviet force organization options

Recommended Related Products

• Flames of War – Soviet Starter Force: Heavy Assault Group: An ideal collection of armor, artillery, and infantry to start building your Red Army.
• Flames of War – Berlin: German Sourcebook: Complement your campaign with complete rules and force lists for the defenders of Germany.
• Flames of War – Soviet Tank Miniatures: Expand your armored platoons with additional vehicle kits featured in the book.
• Military Modeling Paints: Get authentic Soviet green colors and weathering finishes for your miniatures.

Prepare your forces for the final epic battles of the Eastern Front with Flames of War: Berlin: Soviet. The ultimate sourcebook for exploring the Red Army's 1944–1945 campaigns and bringing new Soviet formations to your tabletop battles!