1:35 Dragon 6070 German Fallschirmjäger Crete 1941 WWII - 4 Figures and 1 Transport Cart Plastic Model kit

Bring one of the most famous airborne operations of the Second World War to life with the 1:35 Dragon 6070 German Fallschirmjäger Crete 1941. This plastic figure set contains four German Fallschirmjäger in dynamic action poses, complemented by various weapons and personal equipment including packs, grenade bags and pouches. The sharp detailing makes this set an excellent choice for a dramatic Crete 1941 diorama or as an addition to a larger WWII modelling project.

The Fallschirmjäger were Germany's airborne forces and began to take shape in 1936, initially under the Luftwaffe. Under General Kurt Student, these units developed into the 7th Air Division, combining parachute infantry, glider-trained troops and infantry transported to the battlefield by aircraft. Between 1939 and 1941 they were employed in their intended airborne role. Following the severe losses suffered on Crete, Fallschirmjäger were increasingly used as elite infantry and earned the nickname Green Devils among the Allies.

Operation Mercury, the German assault on Crete from 20 May to 1 June 1941, was Germany's largest airborne operation of WWII. Approximately 22,000 to 24,000 German troops took part, supported by around 1,200 aircraft, against approximately 42,000 Allied troops commanded by General Bernard Freyberg. Despite heavy losses, German paratroopers secured Maleme and its airfield, allowing elements of the 5th Mountain Division and heavy equipment to be brought onto the island. Chania and Suda were subsequently captured. Victory came at a high price, with at least around 3,400 German dead, approximately 2,600 wounded and 370 aircraft destroyed or damaged. Dragon 6070 lets you give this historic battle a striking place in your collection, while Most-Models.com offers fast delivery and excellent customer service.

Features:
– Dragon 6070 German Fallschirmjäger Crete 1941 WWII plastic model kit in 1:35 scale
– Set includes four German Fallschirmjäger in dynamic action poses as depicted on the box art
– Includes various weapons and detailed personal equipment such as packs, grenade bags and pouches
– Excellent sharp detailing for a convincing representation of German paratroopers
– Ideal for an Operation Mercury Crete 1941 diorama or as an addition to a larger WWII modelling project
– Figures represent Fallschirmjäger employed as specialised troops during German airborne operations
– Operation Mercury took place from 20 May to 1 June 1941 and resulted in the capture of Crete despite heavy German losses
– Includes the transport cart specified in the product title

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