Minifigure – Royal Hungarian Army Infantry Squad WWII (LEGO Compatible)

Product Overview: WWII Royal Hungarian Army Infantry Squad

(Magyar Királyi Honvédség – Eastern Front Section)

This image showcases a complete tactical section of the Royal Hungarian Army (Honvéd). They are unified by their unique M1939 Khaki Uniforms and the distinctive Green “Spearhead” Collar Tabs (wavy rear edge), which proves they are Hungarian and not Romanian or German.

Here is the breakdown of the six characters, organized by their position in the grid:

1. The Decorated Veteran (Top Left)

Specific Name: Senior NCO / Warrant Officer

• Visual Description: This soldier represents a leader with years of service. He wears the standard Steel Helmet but is distinguished by the colorful Ribbon Bar printed on his chest. This detail indicates he has been awarded medals for bravery or long service.

• Face: He features a thick Mustache, a common style for senior Hungarian soldiers.

2. The Squad Commander (Top Middle)

Specific Name: Hungarian Officer (Lieutenant/Captain)

• Visual Description: This is the highest-ranking figure in the set. He is the only one wearing the iconic Bocskai Cap (Field Cap) instead of a helmet. The cap features the Holy Crown of Hungary crest on the peak.

• Rank: His green collar tabs feature visible Silver Stars, confirming his status as a commissioned officer.

• Role: He would lead the platoon, issuing orders and coordinating with German allies on the Eastern Front.

3. The Battle-Scarred Soldier (Top Right)

Specific Name: Hardened Rifleman

• Visual Description: This soldier represents the brutal reality of the war. His defining feature is the Red Scar/Cut printed on his right cheek.

• Expression: He has a frown/grimace, depicting a soldier who has survived close-quarters combat. He is equipped with standard infantry Y-straps and ammunition pouches.

4. The Heavy Gunner (Bottom Left)

Specific Name: Assault NCO (MP40 Gunner)

• Visual Description: This figure is in the middle of combat actions. He features a Shouting/Panicked Expression.

• Gear: Unlike the riflemen, his chest printing shows long vertical MP40 Magazine Pouches, indicating he carries a submachine gun for suppressing fire.

5. The Section Leader (Bottom Middle)

Specific Name: NCO with Submachine Gun

• Visual Description: This soldier serves as a squad leader. He holds a black Submachine Gun (partially visible) and has a mustache with a concerned expression.

• Uniform: Like the others, he wears the khaki tunic with brown leather field gear, representing the backbone of the Hungarian defense lines in 1944.

6. The Lance Corporal (Bottom Right)

Specific Name: Junior NCO / Rifleman (Őrvezető)

• Visual Description: This figure represents the reliable rank-and-file soldier. He wears the standard helmet and infantry gear.

• Detail: His collar tab features a small Rank Star (faintly visible), identifying him as a Lance Corporal or senior private, responsible for leading a small fire team of riflemen.

• Face: He also has a “battle-damage” mark or dirt on his cheek, matching the gritty aesthetic of the squad.

Historical Background

• The “Honvéd”: This squad represents the Royal Hungarian Army fighting on the Eastern Front (Ukraine, Russia) or defending Hungary itself during the Siege of Budapest (1944-1945).

• Distinct Identity: While they fought alongside the Germans (Axis), they maintained their own distinct culture and uniforms. The “Bocskai” cap (worn by the officer) is a national symbol of Hungary, and the Jagged Collar Tabs are unique to their military history.