Italeri British Red Devils – HC-6034

Italeri British Red Devils (part no. HC-6034) highlights the story of the British 1st Airborne Division, known as the “Red Devils”, during World War II. Centred on a pivotal 1944 campaign, this item offers a concise, historically grounded reference for enthusiasts interested in airborne operations.

Historical Background

In September 1944, General Montgomery’s Operation Market Garden aimed to seize key bridges over the Rhine and the Meuse using British, American, and Polish airborne troops. The rapid capture of crossings was intended to open a corridor for Allied armour into Germany’s industrial heartland. The ambitious plan did not achieve its objectives, and the push into the Ruhr was delayed by four months.