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SS116C - HEER NCO, Carrying Mortar Legs | Thomas Gunn
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SS116C - HEER NCO, Carrying Mortar Legs
Behind every effective mortar crew stood an experienced non-commissioned officer responsible for directing his men, selecting firing positions, coordinating with nearby infantry, and ensuring the weapon could be brought into action quickly and efficiently. Leadership at this level often proved decisive, particularly during rapidly changing battlefield conditions where support weapons needed to respond within moments.
This figure portrays a Heer NCO carrying the mortar's bipod legs, one of the three principal components required to assemble the weapon. Although the load was substantial, officers and NCOs frequently shared the physical burden alongside their men, demonstrating the leadership by example that characterised many experienced infantry units throughout the war.
The detailed sculpt captures both the practical nature of military equipment and the professionalism expected of German Army leaders. His realistic marching pose makes him equally suitable for advancing infantry columns, redeploying support sections, or preparing new firing positions before combat begins.
When combined with the remaining members of a mortar team, this figure helps illustrate the organisation and teamwork that made indirect fire such a valuable battlefield asset. Collectors will find historically rich pieces such as this throughout The Military Workshop's carefully curated collection, offering countless opportunities to recreate authentic military operations from the Second World War.
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