Reindeer team (Finnish)

Description

During World War II, reindeer were the unsung heroes in the icy terrains of Northern Europe, especially in Finland and the Soviet Union. These hardy animals were perfect for the job, handling the extreme cold and rough landscapes where regular vehicles just couldn’t cut it. In Finland, reindeer were essential for moving supplies, equipment, and even injured soldiers through the snow. Their ability to navigate tough terrain made them invaluable for military operations.

The Soviet Union also got in on the action, creating special reindeer battalions. These units, made up of indigenous herders and their reindeer, were experts at surviving and operating in Arctic conditions. The reindeer were used to transport supplies, tow broken-down equipment, and even carry out secret missions behind enemy lines. They played a crucial role in keeping supply lines open and supporting Soviet troops in remote areas.

Using reindeer during the war showed how important it was to adapt to local conditions and use traditional knowledge. Despite the challenges, these animals and their handlers provided vital support to military operations, highlighting the unique and often overlooked contributions of reindeer in World War II.

• Country/Army: Finnish
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Painted by: MarDav Miniatures and FroggyPaints
• Original Designer: Night Sky Miniatures, Just Some Miniatures
• All models are produced under license with the original designer.
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown due to material availability and differences in batches.
• Photos show 28mm models unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These may be sourced from a different designer to the one noted above and the model may differ in details such as lacking camo netting, stowage, having a chunkier weapon barrel, tracks etc.