ONSLAUGHT: Opening Moves at Zorndorf, August 25, 1758
This scenario encompasses the initial attack by the Prussian advance guard (some of the best units in the Prussian army, commanded by General Manteuffel) and the cavalry attack by Seydlitz. Historically, aside from the canister and musket fire delivered in the face of the Prussian assault, Manteuffel was additionally hit by a Russian cavalry attack, his reward for having lost the protection of the stream on his left. Once Manteuffel was defeated and the Russian infantry had advanced, Seydlitz launched his attack, transforming the outcome into something less than a Russian victory. It is interesting to note that Seydlitz delayed his attack despite persitent orders from Frederick. ("Tell the king that after the battle my head is at his disposal, but meantime I hope he will permit me to exercise it in his service!")
