U.S. WW2 Soldier w/Rifle

American rifle infantry in the Second World War were organized around squads, platoons, and supporting weapons rather than individual riflemen fighting independently. The M1 Garand gave many troops a self-loading rifle, while specialist roles used other arms. Clothing and carried equipment changed with theater and season, reflecting the diverse conditions faced by deployed American units.

The rifle squad’s firepower depended on coordination with the Browning Automatic Rifle and with machine guns and mortars at higher levels. Infantry worked with tanks, artillery, engineers, and communications personnel during attacks on defended positions. The Army fought in environments ranging from North African deserts to European towns and Pacific jungle. Replacement systems and casualties changed the composition of units during campaigns. The rifleman’s experience therefore included marching, digging, supply carrying, and maintaining contact as well as direct exchanges of small-arms fire.

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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