This image displays a toy minifigure and an accessory set, representing a soldier of the SS-Freiwilligen-Legion Norwegen (Norwegian Legion), a unit of Norwegian volunteers that fought alongside Germany during World War II.
The figure is depicted in a German Waffen-SS M43 service uniform. This consists of a field grey (Feldgrau) tunic and trousers, dark combat Y-straps with rifle ammunition pouches, and a dark grey Stahlhelm (steel helmet).
His specific affiliation is clearly identified by his insignia and the provided text:
- SS Collar Tabs: The tunic’s right collar tab features the double sig runes ($\mathfrak{SS}$), the standard insignia for the Waffen-SS.
- Norwegian Sleeve Shield: On his left arm is a sleeve shield with the Norwegian national colors (a red field with a lion, representing the Norwegian coat of arms), identifying him as a Norwegian volunteer.
- Text: The text “N627 Norwegen” at the bottom confirms the figure’s intended representation, as “Norwegen” is the German word for Norway.
The set also includes several accessories:
- A Gewehr 43 (G43) semi-automatic rifle, identifiable by its box magazine.
- An M43 field cap (Einheitsfeldmütze) featuring the distinctive Waffen-SS insignia (an eagle above a Totenkopf, or “death’s head”).
- A brown cylindrical item, likely representing a map case or equipment canister.
Historical Background: The SS-Freiwilligen-Legion Norwegen was formed in June 1941 after the German invasion of the Soviet Union. It was composed of Norwegian volunteers motivated by anti-communism and pan-Germanic ideals. The legion fought as part of the 2nd SS Infantry Brigade on the Eastern Front, primarily in the siege of Leningrad. In 1943, the legion was disbanded, and its personnel were subsequently transferred to other SS units, most notably the newly formed 11th SS Volunteer Panzergrenadier Division “Nordland”, which brought together Scandinavian volunteers.
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