{"product_id":"british-motorised-infantry-box-set","title":"British Motorised Infantry Box Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: HelveticaNeueW01-65Medi, HelveticaNeueW02-65Medi, HelveticaNeueW10-65Medi, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBritish Motorised Infantry Box Set\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis box set contains 4 squads of four infantry models and one command base of two infantry models. It also contains a unit of P.I.A.Ts (3 bases) and a unit of HMG's (3 Bases) and the Universal carriers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe key British infantry units during World War II included the regular British Army infantry, equipped with rifles and supporting machine guns. The British airborne forces, known as the Parachute Regiment or \"Paras,\" were highly trained and conducted airborne assaults. The Commandos, initially established for raiding operations, evolved into elite amphibious assault units. The Gurkhas from Nepal, serving in British units, were renowned for their bravery and fighting skills. Additionally, the Home Guard, often composed of older or ineligible men, played a crucial role in the defense of the British Isles. Each unit had specific roles and contributed to the British military's effectiveness during the war.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe British Universal Carrier, also known as the Bren Carrier, was a versatile armoured personnel carrier used by British and Commonwealth forces during World War II. Introduced in the late 1930s, it was designed to transport troops, weapons, and supplies on the battlefield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Universal Carrier played a variety of roles, including reconnaissance, infantry support, and logistics. It was adaptable, with different variants equipped for different tasks, such as machine gun carriers, mortar carriers, and command vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring World War II, the Universal Carrier proved invaluable in various theaters of war, including North Africa, Europe, and the Pacific. Its mobility, maneuverability, and ability to traverse difficult terrain made it indispensable for infantry units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the Universal Carrier played a crucial role in facilitating the movement of troops and equipment on the battlefield, providing essential support to Allied forces throughout World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wargaming table it can operate as part of a motorised infantry unit, helping to get infantry quickly into position, or a gun carriage, helping to move anti tank or artillery pieces around the battlefield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motorised infantry as well as being mobile, was deadly! It includes three HMG's which can loose 6 shots each into targets on the battlefield. Deadly against infantry and lightly or unarmoured vehicles. They can easily pin units and change the shape of a battle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust in case it is the enemy armour that is of most concern, there are three British PIAT anti tank weapons. These weapons were short range but effective at knocking out tanks. In the hands of these highly mobile infantry meant they could very easily knock out a unit of Panzers before they knew what hit them.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brickskrieg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49254364414179,"sku":"sku-53351005946185","price":35.46,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/7711\/6804\/files\/brickskrieg-british-motorised-infantry-box-set-homeware-brickskrieg-523081_1024x1024_de65caa7-2766-4a06-a59f-51e93fbf9d73.webp?v=1781296166","url":"https:\/\/only-games.co\/en-de\/products\/british-motorised-infantry-box-set","provider":"Only-Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}