Angola Soldier

Angolan soldiers of the Cold War emerged from a prolonged anti-colonial struggle and the civil war that followed independence in 1975. Competing movements received support from different foreign powers, and the conflict involved Cuban, South African, and other outside forces. The principal movements included the MPLA, UNITA, and FNLA, whose rivalry intensified during the transition from Portuguese rule. Foreign assistance affected weapons, training, organization, and the scale of operations, but Angolan forces also pursued their own political objectives. Government troops and insurgent formations had different supply systems and identities. Fighting at Cuito Cuanavale during 1987–1988 became one of the conflict’s most prominent campaigns, linking Angolan government forces, Cuban intervention, South African operations, and UNITA’s insurgency.

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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