FLAK Attack! card game (manufactured)

A project in Burke, VA by John H. Kohn
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A 2-player game where it's a duel between a German antiaircraft battery and oncoming American bombers!
Backers: 42
Average Pledge Per Backer: $33

Funded: $1,405 of $80
Dates: Jul 15th -> Aug 9th (25 days)
Project By: John H. Kohn
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Latest News

We did it! We're successfully funded!

August 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Not only did we make our goal; not only did we exceed our goal; this campaign raised more funds than any prior campaign we've run! I will be sending out the Rewards Surveys very soon, and I need you all to return them (how else will I know where to... (Read More)

Good news re free dice!

July 30th - via: kickstarter.com
In Update #7, I stated that I had only eleven (11) dice available, so the limit of the Goal that would support that number was capped at $1,099. I am please to announce that I have procured four (4) more, so with 15 dice now available, I can host... (Read More)

Possible "Father" of Friendly Interrogation During WW2

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
This real life Nazi interrogator (Hanns Scharff) could have been the role model for the commander featured in the 1944 Hollywood treatment of, "Resisting Enemy Interrogation" I posted in Update #1. The Link to, "The Nazi Interrogator Who Killed Them... (Read More)

WW2 video on how to put on your FLAK suit & helmet -- and WHY

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Here's the link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lF1J5zo5Lyc   (Read More)

Giving the Germans Their Due -- FLAK Towers!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Here's the link to the German's FLAK Towers that were so indestructible, most still stand today!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jgvkzD8d3k   (Read More)

Incredible WW2 footage of the B-24 "Liberator" exploits (1942 - 45)

July 19th - via: kickstarter.com
A bit long, but here it is. Actual footage with narration:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxuh9DX8VAI&t=459s   (Read More)

Pop Quiz re one of the posted videos

July 17th - via: kickstarter.com
In Update #1, the second video posted was, "Resisting Enemy Interrogation (1944)". I viewed it again today, because it was such fun. To test your recollections (or to temp you to watch it for the first time), please post your answers under Comments... (Read More)

The free dice incentive has its limits

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
I have just enough free dice to support the funding up to $1,099.  That's ELEVEN dice I had left over from a previous campaign and were sitting in my Etsy.com shop. There are no more.  Currently, the funding stands at $885, so that commits seven... (Read More)

Typo on 'Early Bird Special 3 Decks of Cards' description

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Pledge $43 or more Early Bird Special 3 Decks of Cards You'll get 2 copies of the entire game, dice NOT included, with the rules printed on a set of enclosed cards, at a special price. SAME SHIPPING COSTS AS ONE DECK. The description should say 3,... (Read More)

Both sides of the coin: Soup to nuts on 8th Air Force bombing targets; and FLAK guns in action!

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Americans ("Target for Today" - 1944):  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVhHCMewvgI  3 Germans FLAK 88 videos firing at aircraft and ground targets:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TcZOdWAAZw   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKZlVnQNLVo ... (Read More)

Off to a good start for bonus offer of free dice

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
As promised on Update #3, every $50 above the $500 raised will allow one LARGE left-handed die to be randomly given away to a full game Backer. So, if the final raised is $550+, one die given away; $600+, 2 dice; $650, 3 dice, etc. No Backer can win... (Read More)

Free die offer for every $50 above $500 raised

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Goal EXCEEDED in less than ONE HOUR!

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
We're off to a great start. Thanks for your support, and don't forget to spread the word.  (Read More)

"FLAK" and "Resisting Enemy Interrogation (1944)" videos

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIYVwqHM488  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_A0ggskOhfA  (Read More)

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