Kit# 9933 - US Paratrooper, WWII
Valiant Miniature Kit# 9933 - US Paratrooper, WWII. The first American combat jump was made during the Allied invasion of French North Africa on November 8th, 1942 by the 2nd Battalion, 503rd Parachute Infantry. The operation ended in dismal failure. For the D-Day invasion of Normandy on June 6th, 1944, two of the four Airborne Divisions were committed; the 82nd and the 101st. This item is an unpainted and unassembled metal hobby kits. Standing figurines are approx. 2-1/2" - 3" tall. Kit is recommended for ages 8+ |