Minifigure – Polish Infantry Squad from the 1939 Defensive War (September Campaign) WWII (LEGO Compatible)

This image displays a complete WWII Polish Infantry Squad from the 1939 Defensive War (September Campaign). The set features four distinct figures, all wearing the historically accurate Khaki/Mustard Wz. 36 Uniform and Dark Green Wz. 31 “Salamandra” Helmets.

Here is the breakdown of each character in the image (Clockwise from Top Left):

1. The Reservist Commander (Top Left) This figure represents an older officer or a mobilized reservist leading the defense.

• Face: The most striking detail is his face print featuring Round Spectacles (Glasses) and a mustache. His expression is angry and determined (gritted teeth), depicting an intellectual or civilian professional (like a teacher or engineer) called up to fight for his country.

• Gear: He wears a brown leather Officer’s Belt with a cross-strap. On his hip, he carries a dark leather Map Case or binocular case, essential for directing artillery or troop movements.

2. The Automatic Rifleman / Support Gunner (Top Right) This soldier provides heavy firepower for the squad.

• Insignia: He features distinct Blue Collar Tabs, which historically identify him as a member of the Infantry branch of the Polish Army.

• Gear: Unlike the others, he wears Green Canvas Pouches on his belt/chest. These larger pouches were designed to carry 20-round magazines for the Browning wz. 1928 Automatic Rifle, the standard Polish light machine gun.

• Face: His print includes a Leather Chin Strap running along his jaw, showing he is fully secured for combat.

3. The Rifleman (Bottom Right) This figure represents the standard Polish infantryman (Strzelec).

• Uniform Detail: The collar of his tunic clearly shows the Silver Zig-Zag Embroidery (wężyk), a traditional and iconic symbol of the Polish military.

• Gear: He is equipped with standard brown leather Mauser Cartridge Pouches (two sets) on his belt, designed for the wz. 29 service rifle.

• Face: He has a calm, focused expression with a mustache, representing the disciplined backbone of the army.

4. The Squad Leader / Scout (Bottom Left) This figure represents an active-duty officer spotting enemy positions.

• Gear: His defining feature is the pair of Binoculars printed hanging around his neck, identifying him as a leader or artillery spotter.

• Weapons: A brown leather Pistol Holster is visible on his belt, likely for a Vis wz. 35 pistol.

• Face: He has a Shouting Expression with an open mouth, depicting him barking orders to his men amidst the chaos of battle.

Historical Background: In September 1939, Poland faced the full might of the German Blitzkrieg. The Polish Army, though outmatched in tanks and aircraft, was highly disciplined and put up a fierce resistance. Soldiers like these—wearing the Wz. 31 Salamandra helmet (one of the most advanced of its time)—fought in desperate battles such as the Defense of Warsaw and the Battle of the Bzura. The inclusion of reservists (the figure with glasses) highlights the total mobilization of the Polish nation to defend their independence.