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Italian Colonial Troops Infantry Section (Extra Small Box)

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Italian Colonial Troops Infantry Section (Extra Small Box)

Italy, seeking to secure its place amongst the powers of Europe, began colonization of a number of African countries in the late 19th century, amongst these being Eritrea.

Eritrean Ascari battalions became a permanent fixture of Italian East African colonization, supplied with Italian weapons and equipment. Serving with distinction in WWII, ascari were crucial in the North African campaign. They were well-regarded and fierce fighters who served until the fall of Italian East Africa in 1941.

Box contains 10 metal figures with plastic bases.
$16.63

Original: $47.51

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Italian Colonial Troops Infantry Section (Extra Small Box)

$47.51

$16.63

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Italy, seeking to secure its place amongst the powers of Europe, began colonization of a number of African countries in the late 19th century, amongst these being Eritrea.

Eritrean Ascari battalions became a permanent fixture of Italian East African colonization, supplied with Italian weapons and equipment. Serving with distinction in WWII, ascari were crucial in the North African campaign. They were well-regarded and fierce fighters who served until the fall of Italian East Africa in 1941.

Box contains 10 metal figures with plastic bases.