Mt. Suribachi

I'm starting this topic to capture the email discussions we've been having about the Mt. Suribachi scenario. This was an idea I raised in the Strictly Scenarios topic, and then was brought up again by Mikhail. I'll post Mikhail's email here, and then add various comments.

We have decided to hold this scenario on 24 Feb, which is one day after the actual anniversary (23 Feb) of the famous flag-raising on Iwo Jima's Mt. Suribachi. Hopefully, others will post further comments here as well, so everyone can get the benefit of them.

[Mikhail, 18 Dec 06:]

I have a game for the hill out by gunlock that I would love to try. It is a take on the battle for Iwo Jima, specifically for Mount Suribachi. . .

This I believe would make a great scenario to be fought around the hill to the southeast (in Black Thorn) where blue was to retreat with the nuke. I am calling it Mount Suribachi. The scenario would have three units that would be about 12 men each representing the 3rd, 4th , and 5th marine divisions, this would be blue team. They would try to reach the top and plant a flag, they also have to get a photographer to the top by a certain time in order to win. We can discuss this and add objectives if need be.

The Japanese force is to defend and die doing so. They should be outnumbered at a three to one ratio but that too is a discussion point. This what I have and I would like some feedback. I would like to get the 5150 guys from Vegas and the Desert Edge guys to come and play if possible. I would like the Regiment to defend. Anyway I would like to know what you think.