Z Special Unit Soldier

Z Special Unit was an Allied special-operations organization based in Australia during the Second World War. Its personnel trained for clandestine reconnaissance, sabotage, and raids against Japanese-held territory. Operations such as Jaywick demonstrated the potential of small teams using disguise, small craft, and surprise, while later missions also suffered severe losses. The unit differed from conventional Australian infantry and from similarly named intelligence organizations. Small boats, explosives, radios, and local intelligence could matter more than conventional battlefield weight. Secrecy and difficult extraction made these missions especially hazardous even when the original raid succeeded. The Operation Jaywick raid attacked Japanese shipping at Singapore in 1943.

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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