This minifigure represents a successful and experienced officer or commander from the German Kriegsmarine’s U-boat force during the World War II era. He embodies the classic image of a U-boat ace who has returned from a successful patrol, ready to report his victories.
He is a generic character, but the “Victory Chart” accessory he is holding specifically links him to the famous submarine U-96, which was the subject of the renowned 1981 film Das Boot.
The items in the picture consist of the detailed minifigure and his accessories, with the image’s labels identifying his specific awards:
- The minifigure is wearing the practical sea-going attire of a U-boat crewman, including a brown leather jacket over a white shirt and a stylish red polka-dot scarf. His headgear is a black Kriegsmarine officer’s cap (Schirmmütze).
- His decorations are a key feature:
- Iron Cross 1st Class: Pinned to his left breast pocket, this was a prestigious award for bravery.
- U-Boat Badge: Also on his breast pocket, this was awarded to crewmen for service on combat patrols.
- The main accessory he is holding is a U-boat Victory Chart. This is a tally board displaying the British and Canadian ships his submarine has sunk. It is decorated with the “leaping kangaroo” emblem, which was the specific insignia of U-96.
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