Dieter Radler
Wehrmacht
France
Infantryman (Schutze) with Bycicle
1944
Dragon 70155
During World War II in Europe, bicycles were used behind the lines by both sides, especially by the Germans, and Finns. The Germans invaded Poland in 1939 using troops on bicycles being pulled by ropes attached to motor vehicles. Schütze in the Wehrmacht is equal to the rank of Private in the US Army. With Mauser 98K with turnable bolt, ammo pouches, wire rim glasses, weathered gas mask can, 2 canteens, mess kit & map bag. He has 2 side caps (1 plastic, 1 cloth), helmet, and a grey bicycle. The bicycle is 12.5" long; 7" high. Wheels spin, pedals rotate, seat has real springs.