1:72 Italeri 6199 Battle of Normandy Sainte-Mere-Eglise 6 June 1944 - Battle Set Plastic Model kit

Immerse yourself in a pivotal moment of history with the Italeri 6199 Battle of Normandy Sainte-Mère-Église Diorama Model Kit. This diorama model kit captures the dramatic events that unfolded during the Battle of Normandy on June 6, 1944, as American airborne troops descended upon the French village of Sainte-Mère-Église.

Key Features:

- Historical Significance: Within the broader strategic plan of Operation "Overlord," the Allied landings on the Normandy beaches, the village of Sainte-Mère-Église held a critical role. It was a key road junction that could have allowed German forces to launch swift counterattacks toward the Utah and Omaha beachheads. The quick capture of this village by American airborne troops was strategically vital to support the D-Day landings.

- Dramatic Battle Scene: Recreate the intense early hours of June 6, 1944, when paratroopers from the renowned 82nd and 101st US Airborne Divisions engaged in fierce combat to secure the small French town of Sainte-Mère-Église. The struggle for this village was a pivotal moment in the success of the D-Day operations.

- Historical Tribute: The contributions of American paratroopers during this mission have been widely celebrated and recognized in various films, from classics like "The Longest Day" in the 1960s to more recent war movies. With this model kit, you can pay homage to the bravery and sacrifices of these troops.

This diorama model kit is an opportunity to relive history and recreate the Battle of Normandy in miniature form. It offers an engaging and historically significant project for model builders and history enthusiasts alike. Honor the heroism of the American paratroopers with the Italeri 6199 Battle of Normandy Sainte-Mère-Église Diorama Model Kit.