Romanian Soldier

Romania’s soldiers served in very different coalitions across the world wars. During the Second World War the army fought with the Axis against the Soviet Union before changing sides in August 1944. Its equipment included Romanian and foreign weapons. Changes in period and theater brought different uniforms, equipment combinations, and relationships with neighboring armies.

In 1941 Romanian armies participated in the invasion of the Soviet Union, initially recovering territories lost the previous year before advancing farther east. Romanian formations suffered heavily around Stalingrad when Soviet offensives broke through their sectors. King Michael’s coup in August 1944 ended the alliance with Germany. Romanian troops subsequently fought against German and Hungarian forces, including in Transylvania, Hungary, and Czechoslovakia. This reversal makes the date essential when interpreting the soldier’s allies and opponents.

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 1914, Global Empires, 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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