American Infantry WWII 1:32 Airfix 02703V

Plastic figure to assemble and paint: American infantry WWII 1:32 Airfix 02703V

We present a plastic model for assembly and painting, which reflects the American infantry from the times of World War II. This set, produced by the renowned company Airfix, is an excellent choice for military history enthusiasts and modelers who value precision and detail.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:32
• Number of parts: 14
• Contents of the set: frames with parts and decals
• Material: plastic

The history and significance of the American infantry in World War II:

The American infantry played a key role in military operations during World War II. It was a flexible and powerful formation consisting of infantry divisions, regiments, battalions, and companies. Among the most well-known units were the 2nd Infantry Division, 9th Infantry Division, 8th Infantry Division, 442nd Infantry Regiment, and the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment.

• 2nd Infantry Division: Known as one of the six "heavy" divisions, it consisted of mechanized infantry, artillery, armored weapons, and a large number of helicopters.
• 9th Infantry Division: Fought in both World War II and the Vietnam War, demonstrating its versatility and combat experience.
• 8th Infantry Division: Participated in key battles during World War II, contributing to Allied successes.
• 32nd Infantry Division: Fought in the Pacific for 654 days, a record among American divisions, highlighting its perseverance and determination.
• 442nd Infantry Regiment: Formed from American citizens of Asian descent, mainly Japanese, this regiment became famous for its courage and sacrifice.
• 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment: Operated as part of the 101st Airborne Division, and its actions were popularized by the miniseries "Band of Brothers," contributing to increased interest in the history of this unit.

During the Battle of the Bulge in 1944/45, the American infantry suffered heavy losses but ultimately managed to halt the German offensive, which was a crucial moment in the European campaign.

Set for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. Assembly requires separately sold modeling tools (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.