1960's Infantry

Infantry of the 1960s served amid rapid changes in automatic weapons, radios, armored transport, and helicopter support. The decade included both preparations for large conventional wars and fighting in decolonization and insurgency conflicts. The period included Vietnam, the Arab-Israeli conflicts, and numerous regional wars whose conditions differed greatly from the expected central European battlefield. An infantryman’s historical experience therefore depended on training, leadership, supply, and political circumstances as well as his weapon. American forces introduced the M 16 rifle during the decade, while Soviet-pattern Kalashnikov rifles spread widely through export and military assistance. Portable radios and lighter automatic weapons changed the equipment carried within infantry units.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1946, Global War 1985, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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