British Infantry

The Commandos a fundamentally a light infantry force and their missions call for them to be able to move quickly and quietly about the countryside unencumbered by heavy equipment. The 3” Mortars are ideal for these operations. They are relatively light and easily carried by their crews, which is most important when keeping up with the light footed Commandos.

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The Commandos a fundamentally a light infantry force and their missions call for them to be able to move quickly and quietly about the countryside unencumbered by heavy equipment. The Vickers machine-gun are ideal for these operations. They are relatively light and easily carried by their crews, which is most important when keeping up with the light footed Commandos.

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Both the Army and Royal Marine Commandos played an important role in the landings on D-Day. They were given tasks that require more initiative and took advantage of their unique skills.

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Both the Army and Royal Marine Commandos played an important role in the landings on D-Day. They were given tasks that require more initiative and took advantage of their unique skills.

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The 4.2" mortar was introduced in 1942 and it became the standard British heavy mortar of World War II.

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