{"product_id":"germany-stug-iii-ausf-e-tank-kampfgruppe-schill-slovakia-1944-neo-dragon-armor-series-1-72-plastic-model-by-dragon-models","title":"Germany StuG.III Ausf.E Tank \"Kampfgruppe Schill Slovakia\" (1944) \"NEO Dragon Armor\" Series 1\/72 Plastic Model by Dragon Models","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new 1\/72 scale plastic model of Germany StuG.III Ausf.E Tank \"Kampfgruppe Schill, Slovakia\" (1944) \"NEO Dragon Armor\" Series plastic model by Dragon Models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited edition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed exterior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue-to-scale detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComes in plastic display showcase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model does not have any openings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotating turret for dynamic display options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer's original unopened packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions approximately L-3, W-1.5, H-1 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals for long-lasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality markings include a protective display case to keep the model in pristine condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eHISTORY ASPECTS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sturmgeschütz III (StuG III) Ausf. E was an early variant of the highly successful German assault gun series, initially developed to provide infantry support by delivering direct fire against fortified positions. Armed with a short-barreled 7.5 cm StuK 37 L\/24 gun, the Ausf. E variant was introduced in late 1941 and featured improved armor and internal modifications over previous versions. While designed primarily for infantry support, the StuG III was soon recognized for its effectiveness in the anti-tank role as well, especially in defensive operations on the Eastern Front.\u003cbr\u003eKampfgruppe Schill, a German battlegroup, utilized StuG III Ausf. E vehicles during operations in Slovakia in 1944. As part of a larger effort to suppress the Slovak National Uprising, a major anti-Nazi resistance movement, Kampfgruppe Schill was involved in intense fighting in the mountainous regions of Slovakia. The StuG III played a critical role in these operations, providing mobile artillery support to German infantry and engaging both partisans and Soviet-backed insurgents. The combination of rugged terrain and fierce resistance made the campaign difficult, but the StuG III’s versatility and firepower were key assets in the German effort to maintain control.\u003cbr\u003eBy 1944, the StuG III Ausf. E was no longer the most advanced German assault gun on the battlefield, but its reliability and effectiveness kept it in service, particularly in secondary theaters and against less mechanized forces. The vehicles in Kampfgruppe Schill were essential for maintaining German defensive lines and dealing with the irregular warfare tactics employed by partisans. Despite their efforts, the tide of war was turning, and German forces in Slovakia were eventually overwhelmed by advancing Soviet troops, leading to the collapse of German control in the region.\u003cbr\u003eThis 1:72 scale model offers incredible attention to detail and historical accuracy, making it a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of World War II armored vehicles. It represents a key period in the vehicle’s long service life, showcasing its adaptability and importance in a variety of combat roles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LuxuryLifeWay Online Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42209532575799,"sku":"63256","price":67.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/9477\/0743\/files\/63256-L__25788.1728325781.1200.1200.jpg?v=1778060329","url":"https:\/\/pi-mart.com\/products\/germany-stug-iii-ausf-e-tank-kampfgruppe-schill-slovakia-1944-neo-dragon-armor-series-1-72-plastic-model-by-dragon-models","provider":"Pi-Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}