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AL006 – "Dismounted and Still Fighting"
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AL006 – "Dismounted and Still Fighting"
Celebrate the determination and resilience of Australia's legendary mounted troops with AL006 – "Dismounted and Still Fighting", a beautifully hand-painted figure from Thomas Gunn Miniatures depicting an Australian Light Horse trooper continuing the battle on foot. Available from The Military Workshop, this striking figure perfectly captures the true fighting role of the Australian Light Horse during the First World War.
Although famous for their horses and daring mounted charges, the Australian Light Horse served primarily as mounted infantry. Their horses provided exceptional speed and mobility across the harsh deserts of Egypt, Sinai, and Palestine, but once they reached the battlefield, the troopers would dismount, leave every fourth man behind to care for the horses, and advance on foot to fight as highly trained infantry. This unique tactic allowed them to move rapidly across vast distances while delivering disciplined rifle fire wherever it was needed.
Throughout campaigns at Gallipoli, Romani, Magdhaba, Rafa, Gaza, Beersheba, and Megiddo, Australian Light Horsemen repeatedly demonstrated extraordinary courage. Whether defending exposed positions, assaulting enemy trenches, or advancing across open desert under fire, they earned a reputation for toughness, initiative, and unwavering determination. Their ability to continue fighting effectively after dismounting became one of the defining characteristics of the Australian Light Horse.
Expertly sculpted and beautifully hand-painted, AL006 portrays a Light Horse trooper advancing on foot, weapon at the ready and prepared to engage the enemy. His authentic uniform, equipment, and realistic pose reflect the professionalism and fighting spirit of the Australian soldiers who served in the Middle East during the Great War.
Whether displayed alongside mounted Light Horse figures or forming part of a dismounted firing line, AL006 – "Dismounted and Still Fighting" is a superb addition to any First World War collection, honouring the courage and adaptability of one of Australia's most iconic military formations.
Available now from The Military Workshop, your destination for premium historical military miniatures, vehicles, and diorama accessories.
Brand: King and Country
