The Australian Army raised a number of units for commando-style operations during the Second World War – the first being the twelve Independent Commando Companies formed between 1941 and 1942
Ideal for representing a Heavy Weapons Platoon
and although it didn't have the same level of heavy weaponry and vehicles as their Allied opponents they were well supported by the likes of the Type 92 medium machine gun and Type 97 medium mortar
One Wasp Flamethrower Carrier
ranging from barely trained village bullies to veterans of the Spanish Civil War and highly motivated ‘Giovani Fascisti’ (young fascists)
Bolt Action - Soviet Infantry HQ German Fallschirmjager The Australian Army raised aLead the attack in the name of the Motherland with these Soviet HQ models. Soviet junior officers needed to be aggressive, competent, and above all brave, as they led their men in defence and attack, regardless of danger. They would not do this alone, however, as many specialists would often accompany officers in battle, to accomplish a variety of different tasks. Leadership is absolutely essential in Bolt Action, with the platoon system meaning youll