This minifigure represents a United States Army paratrooper from the 101st Airborne Division, the famous “Screaming Eagles,” during World War II. His identity is explicitly confirmed by the text at the bottom of the image, which reads “U.S AIRBORNE 101ST.” Armed with a powerful submachine gun, he likely represents a non-commissioned officer (NCO) like a squad leader, or an assault trooper.
His unit is also identified by the famous “Screaming Eagle” shoulder patch, which would be printed on his left arm. NCOs and assault troopers were vital for providing leadership and overwhelming firepower in the chaotic, close-range battles that often followed a parachute drop behind enemy lines.
The items in the picture consist of the detailed minifigure and his weapon:
- The toy minifigure is wearing the tan M1942 paratrooper combat uniform. The printing is highly detailed, showing his web gear, which includes specialized ammunition pouches for the Thompson submachine gun, grenades, and a holstered pistol. His headgear is the iconic American M1 helmet, shown with a printed camouflage net over it, and he has an American flag patch on his arm.
- His weapon accessory is a Thompson M1A1 submachine gun, as confirmed by the image text. Famously known as the “Tommy Gun,” this reliable and powerful .45 caliber submachine gun was one of the most recognizable American weapons of the war and was highly effective in the hands of paratroopers.
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