1/35 Tamiya WWII French Infantry Set 35288

French Soldiers on the Front Line

• This is a six-figure set of French soldiers counter attacking the invading German forces in the early period of WWII.
• Comes with the squad leader holding a pistol and 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 worn by 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 the M1920/35 khaki field uniform provided in 1935. and many soldiers also wore the M1938 overcoat. Noncommissioned officers were equipped with the M1932 overcoat and leather leggings. When not in combat. all ranks wore the kepi helmet.