US Army 99th Infantry Division WWII – Custom Printed Brick Block Figure

1. 99th Infantry Division Anti-Tank Ammunition Carrier

Character Identification & Historical Background: This figure represents a specialized Anti-Tank Ammunition Carrier of the 99th Infantry Division (the “Checkerboard Division”) during the grueling Battle of the Bulge in 1944. Frontline bazooka teams were essential for halting German Panzer assaults, requiring a dedicated loader to carry the heavy, cumbersome rocket munitions into combat. Detailed Description:

• Head & Face: Wears an olive drab M1 Steel Helmet over a battle-damaged face print featuring a black eye, facial bruising, and blood splatters.

• Torso & Gear: Clad in a khaki M41 Field Jacket, dominated by a printed, heavy-duty olive green “AMMUNITION BAG U.S.” chest rig designed for anti-tank rockets.

• Legs & Insignia: Features standard khaki trousers, tan canvas leggings (gaiters), brown boots, and the 99th ID unit patch on the left shoulder.

2. 99th Infantry Division Thompson Gunner

Character Identification & Historical Background: Representing an NCO Squad Leader, this figure is equipped to operate the iconic Thompson Submachine Gun. In WWII US Army squads, these weapons were reserved for leadership and assault troops needing devastating close-quarters firepower for trench and urban clearing, requiring specific webbing for the heavy .45 caliber magazines. Detailed Description:

• Head & Face: Equipped with a standard M1 Steel Helmet and a calm, focused face print secured by a printed canvas chin strap.

• Torso & Gear: Wears the M41 Field Jacket overlaid with a highly detailed, five-cell Thompson magazine pouch vest in heavy brown canvas.

• Legs & Insignia: Sports printed NCO rank chevrons and the 99th ID patch on the sleeves, finishing with khaki trousers and brown combat boots.

3. 99th Infantry Division Military Police (MP)

Character Identification & Historical Background: This figure depicts a Military Police (MP) Officer. Nicknamed “Snowdrops” for their highly visible white gear, MPs were crucial for maintaining discipline, guarding POWs, and directing frontline convoy traffic in the low-visibility, muddy conditions of the European winter. Detailed Description:

• Head & Face: Crowned with a high-visibility white M1 Helmet bearing bold black “MP” lettering, alongside aviator sunglasses.

• Torso & Gear: Over the M41 jacket, he wears the distinctive white canvas pistol belt and a white M1911 pistol holster.

• Legs & Insignia: Features a black MP brassard (armband), the 99th ID patch, and matching white canvas leggings over his boots.

4. 99th Infantry Division Assault Infantryman

Character Identification & Historical Background: Portraying a heavily loaded Assault Infantryman, this soldier carries gear meant for extended offensives. Troops famously repurposed their chest-mounted, waterproof gas mask bags as utility pouches to carry extra rations, medical supplies, and grenades into heavy firefights. Detailed Description:

• Head & Face: Wears the standard M1 helmet over a weary, dirt-smudged face print showcasing extreme combat fatigue.

• Torso & Gear: The khaki jacket features a prominent, dark grey assault gas mask bag printed on the center chest with yellow “US” lettering, flanked by waist ammunition pouches.

• Legs & Insignia: Complete with the 99th ID checkerboard patch, khaki trousers, canvas leggings, and brown combat boots.