{"product_id":"usmc012","title":"USMC012 - Marine Radioman  | King \u0026 Country","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSMC012 - Marine Radioman | King \u0026amp; Country\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd another chapter to the United States Marines collection with Marine Radioman, a subject suited to a thoughtful historical vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSituated in United States Marine Corps service in the Second World War Pacific campaign, the piece rewards attention to the people and events around it. Island fighting in the Pacific demanded mobility, close cooperation and determination from Marines under intense pressure. Communications and assistance to wounded troops were important alongside combat firepower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarine Radioman contributes a distinct named character, object or action to the range. Its individual role becomes most meaningful when the neighbouring pieces help explain what is happening in the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe subject adds an individual point of interest to its historical or fictional setting. A carefully placed character gives the viewer someone through whom to imagine the wider story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsider setting the piece in a Pacific landing area, beachhead or island strongpoint. A coherent background is often the difference between an attractive miniature and a memorable historical vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can be presented independently as a portrait or integrated with related figures. A simple and consistent setting often makes the character more compelling than a crowded background.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo expand the scene, look towards Marines, naval personnel and period support weapons. Together, compatible subjects can add a sense of movement, scale and period detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe piece also invites an appreciation of the experience of Marines in the Pacific war. It is a useful reminder that a historical scene can be told through an individual detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a little consideration for placement and supporting pieces, the subject can become a strong focal point within the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow available from The Military Workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King \u0026 Country","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53419603034394,"sku":"USMC012","price":63.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/0154\/0890\/files\/USMC012.jpg?v=1794306747","url":"https:\/\/themilitaryworkshop.com\/products\/usmc012","provider":"The Military Workshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}