900-35288 TAM35288 WWII FRENCHINFANTRY SET (1/35)

French Soldiers on the Front Line
This is a six figure set of French soldiers counterattacking the invading German forces in the early period of WWII. ★Comes with the squad leader holding a pistol giving commands, four riflemen in various attacking positions, and a machine gunner in the lying position taking aim which adds to the tension of the situation they are in. ★In addition to the open battle uniform and overcoat wearing soldiers, the "Kepi" helmet peculiar to the French military is also included. ★The French soldiers are equipped with M1936 rifles and a Mle1924/29 machine gun, and pistol holsters add to the realistic finish.

About the Uniform
In the early stages of WWII, the French soldiers wore M1920/35 khaki field uniform provided from 1935, and many soldiers also wore a M1938 overcoat. Noncommissioned officers were equipped with the M1932 overcoat and leather leggings. When not in combat, all ranks wore the kepi helmet.