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Soviet Nkvd Squad
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In 1941, the Soviet Union’s fortified borders were guarded by units of the NKVD (People’s Commissariat for Internal Affairs). These formations were heavily hit during the initial weeks of the German invasion and suffered near-total destruction. Following these losses, NKVD troops were primarily used for internal security tasks, but they also fought on the frontlines in major battles such as Stalingrad in 1942 and the Crimean Offensive in 1944.
As part of their duties, NKVD units established 'blocking positions' behind the front lines to stop retreating soldiers, even resorting to machine gun fire if necessary. They manned checkpoints at bridges and road junctions, monitoring troop and supply movements. Some of these positions were disguised as road repair or bridge-building crews to intercept unauthorized activity. In 1943, the SMERSH agency—short for "Death to Spies" in Russian—was created as a specialized NKVD branch to handle counterintelligence and field control operations.
This 10-figure metal set accurately depicts Soviet NKVD troops and can also be painted to represent Border Guard units, recognizable by their iconic green caps. The set includes one NCO with a submachine gun, four soldiers with SMGs, three with rifles, and a two-man light machine gun team. Plastic bases are included. This set is perfect for collectors or tabletop wargamers looking to expand their Soviet forces with unique and historically significant figures.
Warlord Games
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