A ridge gives the troops partial protection from enemy cannon in this game battle. Rounds falling short strike the near ground before reaching them. Fire aimed over the ridge risks passing too far beyond the position. The terrain therefore complicates the enemy guns' aim without providing complete protection.
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Using a ridge to spoil enemy artillery fire
A low ridge gives troops some protection by increasing the risk that enemy cannon fire will fall short or overshoot.