{"product_id":"italian-wwii-soldiers-24-figures","title":"Italian WWII Soldiers (24 Figures)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eItalian WWII Soldiers – 24 Figure Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRegio Esercito — Italy's soldiers fought across three continents in the most desperate conditions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Italian Royal Army (Regio Esercito) fought across an astonishing range of theaters in World War II — the deserts of North and East Africa, the mountains of Greece and the Balkans, and the frozen steppes of the Eastern Front alongside German forces. Often portrayed as unwilling fighters, Italian soldiers in fact showed considerable courage in numerous engagements, hampered more by poor equipment, inadequate logistics, and uninspired higher leadership than by lack of personal bravery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Folgore Parachute Division's defense at El Alamein in 1942 — holding its positions until nearly completely annihilated — stands as one of the most remarkable defensive stands of the entire North African campaign. Following Italy's armistice in September 1943, many Italian soldiers continued fighting as co-belligerents alongside the Allies, while others joined the German-backed Italian Social Republic, splitting the nation and adding a civil war dimension to the Italian campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Set:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 unique figures — riflemen, NCOs, machine gunners, officers, and support roles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM33 steel helmet (each figure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarcano M91 bolt-action rifle — standard riflemen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeretta MAB38 submachine gun — assault troops and NCOs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Italian field gear with ammunition pouches, canteen, and combat equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaried poses representing North Africa, Eastern Front, and Italian theater combat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Italian military history collectors and WWII enthusiasts aged 12 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFigure Count: 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: Compatible with standard building brick systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Full gear and weapons loadout per figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAges: 12+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe untold story of Italian WWII soldiers — courage under the most difficult circumstances.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"303 Bricks","offers":[{"title":"2nd Infantry Division","offer_id":52289106084142,"sku":"PD.769","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"88th Infantry Division","offer_id":52289106116910,"sku":"PD.782","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/8969\/3486\/files\/24pcs-WW2-Military-Army-Soldier-Soviet-US-UK-German-France-Building-Blocks-Set-Model-Bricks-Action.jpg_640x640_LE_auto_x2_33723678-03e7-4c63-b718-88b8b859c777.jpg?v=1783541906","url":"https:\/\/winibricks.com\/products\/italian-wwii-soldiers-24-figures","provider":"Wini Bricks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}