AL009 - Turkish solider kneeling firing D-Day Every infantry platoon relied upon

Every infantry platoon relied upon dedicated men willing to carry heavy loads through dangerous conditions

Weapons (gladius and pilum)

How Viet Minh fighters used it

The figure's detailed equipment and distinctive shield make it a superb addition to displays featuring the Punic Wars

AL009 - Turkish solider kneeling firing D-Day Every infantry platoon relied uponIn this stance, the soldier is positioned on one knee to stabilise aim and reduce exposure while firing a rifle. Kneeling was a standard infantry firing position used across many armies of the early 20th century, combining accuracy with a lower silhouette on the battlefield. Ottoman soldiers of the late period were equipped with a mix of modern and transitional weaponry. Many carried bolt action rifles such as the Mauser pattern arms supplied through