German Waffen-SS (WWII Grenadiers) ( 402012101 )

German Waffen-SS (WWII Grenadiers) ( 402012101 )Tough, lavishly equipped and politically indoctrinated, SS troops formed over 38 divisions and numerous other regimental and battalion sized units, totalling nearly a million men under arms. Their armoured units won many plaudits for their actions, and although relationships between regular army units and the Waffen SS were sometimes strained, most SS units fought ferociously, against great odds until the wars end in Berlin, 1945. The Waffen SS was a

Tough, lavishly equipped and politically indoctrinated, SS troops formed over 38 divisions and numerous other regimental and battalion-sized units, totalling nearly a million men under arms.

Their armoured units won many plaudits for their actions, and although relationships between regular army units and the Waffen-SS were sometimes strained, most SS units fought ferociously, against great odds until the wars end in Berlin, 1945.

The Waffen-SS was a controversial organisation - their zeal and discipline could not be questioned although their many documented atrocities will perhaps be their greatest legacy.

In the Box:

The brand new plastic frame is packed with superbly sculpted detail, including camouflage on the helmets, loose weaponry and equipment, and even a broom-handled Mauser pistol!

Includes optional heads for SS-Handschar.

Contains:

• Plastic components to make 30 mid-late war Waffen-SS Grenadier figures. Includes options for different weapon configurations and command models.
• Equipment included: STG44 assault rifle, Kar 98K rifle, MG42 light machine gun, MP40 sub-machine gun, Gewehr 43 rifle, stick grenades, Panzerfaust, field glasses and a broom-handled Mauser pistol!
• Round plastic bases (25mm diameter).
• Construction leaflet.
• Full-colour waterslide decals.

Models supplied unassembled and unpainted