Components

You can play with tokens, minis, or simple paper chits.

Required

A flat map (grid or open measurement)
Tokens/minis for units
d6 dice
Ruler or hex grid

Optional

Terrain markers (forests, hills, rivers)
Objective markers
Order tokens (Advance, Hold, Assault, etc.)
Command Point tracker

Unit Cards

Each unit has a profile:

Name
Type (Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, Armor, etc.)
STR (Strength)
ATK (Attack dice)
DEF (Defense; used for morale tests)
ARM (Armor; reduces hits)
SPD (Speed)
RNG (Range in inches/hexes)
MOR (Morale)
Tags (traits)

Example:

Line Infantry
Type: Infantry
STR 4 | ATK 3 | DEF 3 | ARM 1 | SPD 4 | RNG 4 | MOR 3
Tags: Line, Volley, Steady