Description

This US Marine Corps full ‘Frogskin’ Camo Soldier minifigure represents a United States Marine Corps rifleman equipped with the distinctive Frogskin camouflage uniform, introduced during World War II for use in the Pacific Theatre. The pattern, officially known as M1942 camouflage, was a reversible design featuring green-dominant “jungle” tones on one side and brown-based “beach” tones on the other. This innovation reflected the U.S. military’s efforts to adapt to the diverse environments of Pacific island warfare.

US Marines wearing Frogskin camouflage were most famously seen during the Battle of Tarawa (1943), the bloody amphibious assault on the Gilbert Islands. Later, the uniform appeared in actions across the Marianas, Peleliu, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. The camouflage proved effective in concealing soldiers in dense jungle terrain, though it occasionally caused confusion when American troops were mistaken for Japanese soldiers from a distance.

This minifigures’ uniform printing captures the mottled green and brown tones of the Frogskin design. Standard Marine gear included M1 helmets with camouflage covers, cartridge belts, canteens, first aid pouches, and ammunition bandoliers. Their primary weapon was often the M1 Garand rifle, but Marines also used the Thompson submachine gun, BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle), and the M1911 pistol for close combat.

Marines trained for amphibious assaults, making them experts in beach landings under heavy fire. Frogskin camouflage was particularly suited for blending into the palm-covered islands and volcanic terrain of the Pacific. Despite the harsh conditions — oppressive heat, malaria, and fanatical Japanese defences — Marines equipped in Frogskin were key players in America’s island-hopping campaign.

This minifigure tries to capture the toughness of the USMC, showcasing the unique camouflage that has since become iconic among collectors and historians alike.

Includes 1 x US Marine Corps full ‘Frogskin’ Camo Soldier minifigure disassembled.

Pcs: 9

Age rating: 14+