Special Naval Landing Force

Japan’s Special Naval Landing Forces were naval infantry raised for operations ashore, including amphibious assaults and the defense of bases. Their organization differed from that of the Imperial Japanese Army, and particular units were often associated with naval districts. They fought in China and across the Pacific, sometimes as assault troops and sometimes as isolated garrisons. The category should not be treated as a single uniformly equipped division or equated directly with another country’s Marine Corps organization. Japanese naval landing forces took part in assaults and subsequently defended bases and occupied islands. Their organization under the navy distinguished them from army formations, although equipment could overlap. The growing American amphibious campaign placed many naval defenders in fixed island positions where resupply and reinforcement became increasingly difficult.

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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