Description

The German WW2 Soldier (Woodland) minifigure represents Wehrmacht troops operating in Europe’s dense forests, where battles demanded camouflage, stealth, and small-unit tactics. Woodland terrain was a defining feature of many campaigns, from the invasion of France to the later defense of the Reich itself.

In 1940, German infantry advanced through the Ardennes Forest during the invasion of France, a manoeuvre that surprised Allied forces who believed the terrain was impassable for large formations. German troops, however, proved otherwise, moving swiftly through wooded hills to outflank French and British defences. This bold manoeuvre contributed directly to the fall of France.

Later in the war, woodland terrain again shaped combat during the Battle of Kursk in 1943 and, most famously, the Battle of the Bulge in 1944. In the Ardennes once more, German soldiers attempted a last major offensive against Allied lines. Clad in woodland gear, they launched surprise attacks through fog and snow-covered forests, initially achieving success before being halted by stubborn resistance and logistical failures.

In Italy and the Balkans, German woodland fighters faced partisan warfare, as local resistance groups used the cover of forests to ambush convoys and patrols. German soldiers adapted by developing counterinsurgency tactics, though such campaigns were gruelling and often indecisive.

This minifigure reflects the adaptability of German infantry in forested environments, where camouflage and careful manoeuvring could mean survival. It embodies the strategy, hardships, and pivotal moments that defined woodland battles in World War II.

Includes:

• 1 German WW2 Soldier (Woodland) minifigure disassembled

Pcs: 8

Age rating: 14+