1:32 Master Box 32015 Persian Heavy Infantryman - Greco-Persian Wars No. 5 - 1 Figure Plastic Model kit

With the 1:32 Master Box 32015 Persian Heavily Armed Infantryman, you can build one distinctive figure from the era of the Greco-Persian Wars. This plastic model kit represents a soldier from the army of the Achaemenid Persian state, which existed from approximately 550 BC to 330 BC. Persian infantry performed many roles, from reconnaissance to open-field combat, and was usually positioned in the centre of the Persian battle formation.

During Xerxes’ campaign against Greece in 480-479 BC, Persian infantry numbers have been estimated at between 100,000 and 200,000 men, although these figures remain uncertain and Herodotus’ totals are often considered unrealistic. The best-known elite formation was the Immortals, always maintained at 10,000 men and recruited from native Persians and Medes. These soldiers were well trained, highly motivated and armed with spears, bows and probably short swords.

Their limited protective equipment proved disadvantageous at Marathon and Thermopylae. During the Greco-Persian Wars, they probably began receiving lamellar armour. This 1:32 figure adds historical depth and personality to your collection or diorama while giving you an engaging building and painting project.

Features:
– Plastic model kit by Master Box
– 1:32 scale
– Includes one Persian heavily armed infantryman
– Part of the Greco-Persian Wars No. 5 series
– Based on infantry from the Achaemenid Persian army
– Historical subject from approximately 550 BC to 330 BC
– Suitable for historical figure modelling and dioramas
– Ideal for modellers interested in ancient and military history

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