The problem has been resolved. There is a new version of the patch posted at
http://www.shrapnelgames.com/SPCamo/wSPWW2/6.htm
WinSPWW2_Ver1.1B_Upgrade.ZIP
If you have downloaded the patch before 07/14/06 at 7:30 am EDST, please download the latest version now. The original patch was named, WinSPWW2_Ver1.1_Upgrade.zip. The most recent patch is named WinSPWW2_Ver1.1B_Upgrade.zip. Please make sure you are using the Version 1.1B patch. We are sorry for any inconvenience this has caused.
I would advise anyone who regularly PBEM to discuss this with their opponents BEFORE starting a new game to ensure everyone is working from the correct version
Don