This minifigure represents a Gefreiter (a rank equivalent to a Private or Lance Corporal) from the elite Gebirgsjäger (mountain troops) of the German Army (Heer) during World War II. The text in the image confirms his rank and uniform type.
The Gebirgsjäger were specially trained and equipped for combat in mountainous terrain and were considered elite formations. This figure is a generic representation of a soldier from this branch, but he is depicted in his formal Waffenrock (dress tunic), which was used for parades, ceremonies, or as a walking-out dress when off-duty.
His specific branch is clearly identified by the edelweiss flower patch printed on his right arm. The edelweiss was the cherished and iconic symbol of the German mountain troops.
The items in the picture consist of the detailed minifigure and his personal luggage:
- The toy minifigure is wearing the Waffenrock dress tunic. The light green piping (Waffenfarbe) on the tunic signifies his branch as mountain troops or a related rifleman role. His rank of Gefreiter is shown by the double chevron on his left sleeve. The tunic is decorated with several printed medals, including the ribbon for the Iron Cross.
- His headgear is a Stahlhelm (steel helmet) with the German Army eagle (Wehrmachtsadler) and national color decals printed on the sides. The head is double-sided, showing both a serious and a surprised expression.
- The accessory he is holding is a reddish-brown briefcase or suitcase, embossed with the word “Wehrmacht,” representing the soldier’s personal luggage while traveling or on leave.
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