Scottish WWII Soldier

Scottish soldiers served throughout the British Army during the Second World War, in both Highland and Lowland regiments as well as other arms. Regimental traditions remained important, but operational uniforms were generally adapted to modern field service rather than ceremonial dress. Scottish formations fought in theaters including France, North Africa, Italy, and northwest Europe. A Scottish infantry subject therefore combines a distinct regimental identity with the common weapons, supply system, and tactical organization of the wider wartime British Army. The 51st Highland Division became one of the best-known Scottish formations of the war, suffering major losses in France before being reconstituted. Scottish recruiting traditions connected battalions with particular regions. Their wartime service nevertheless involved the same constant adaptation to mechanization and combined-arms fighting as other British 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 1936, 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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