WWII US Marine Raider Squad - Guadalcanal 1943

Carlson’s Raiders, the 2nd Marine Raider Battalion led by Lt. Col. Evans Carlson, played a pivotal role in the Guadalcanal campaign through their audacious 29-day "Long Patrol" in November 1942. Operating deep behind Japanese lines east of Henderson Field, the Raiders conducted aggressive reconnaissance and guerrilla-style attacks that severely disrupted enemy movements and logistics at a critical phase of the battle. Beyond their tactical success, the Raiders had a lasting strategic and psychological impact. Their effectiveness in jungle warfare shattered the perception of Japanese superiority in that environment and demonstrated the value of elite, mobile units. The intelligence they gathered further enhanced U.S. operational planning. Carlson’s Raiders didn’t just contribute to the campaign—they helped shift its momentum decisively in favor of American forces.

This three pack is based on assorted photos of Carlson's Raiders returning from their "Long Patrol", as well as gearing up to leave the island in early 1943, war trophy's in tow. Equipped better than most Marine rifle platoons, the Raiders were known for their universal adoption of the M1 Rifle, unique logging style boots, British inspired toggle ropes, burlap helmet covers, and routinely camouflage painting their dungarees, leading to the later adoption of the frogskin camouflage. 

The rifleman is based on the most common loadout, shared across most Marines fighting on Guadalcanal. Of course he comes complete with the unique additions of the Bergmann "Raider Boots" as well as a toggle rope suspended off his pack. The BAR gunner further expands on the "raggedy ass Marine" stereotype, showcasing the beards that Marines on Guadalcanal were known for, particularly the Raider Battalions. His standard BAR loadout is augmented with a WWI era BAR bandolier, intended for assistant gunners, but often carried by the gunner himself to ensure more ammunition was always available on his person. Known as prolific trophy hunters, he also comes with a captured Japanese canteen to send home once off the island. Finally, the submachine-gunner demonstrates the Raider's liking to hand painting their own camouflage uniforms, as well as the use of burlap for helmet covers. Completing his "low-drag" look is the use of the USN gas mask bag. These gas masks, issued to all Marines landing on Guadalcanal, were quickly discarded, but in some instances, particularly in the Raiders, the bag was retained as an easily accessible satchel for ammunition, explosives, and personal items. 

Each pack comes complete with a custom printed 2x6 tile of the 2nd Raider Battalion HQ sign on Guadalcanal. 

Original Proof Copy - 1 of 1, first complete minifigure out of the printer. Signature by Landon Reimer, serial numbered, and sealed plastic collectors slab with Brick Warp artwork. 

Collectors Edition - Signed by Landon Reimer, serial numbered, and sealed plastic collectors slab with Brick Warp artwork.

Base Model - Complete figure in hand-stamped numbered case inspired by WWII era packaging. Unsealed. This packaging again, is hand-stamped and is not intended to look perfect. 

Figure artwork includes: 

• BrickArms M1 Helmet with custom printed burlap helmet cover texture
• Custom printed minifigure head 
• P1941 "dungarees" utility uniform (standard and camo painted)
• Marine contract M1923 cartridge belt 
• Marine P2 canteen cover
• MkII "Pineapple" hand grenade - early war yellow 
• Marine contract M1923 pistol belt  
• P1912 first aid pouch
• P1941 Marine haversack
• Marine Raider Toggle Rope
• P1941 field suspenders 
• Thompson 5 cell magazine pouch 
• Marine Raider knife 
• USN gas mask bag 
• Army contract BAR magazine belt
• M1918 BAR bandolier 
• Captured Japanese enlisted canteen
• Wrap around Bergmann "Raider Boots" printing  
• 2x6 custom printed Raider HQ sign
• Holographically sealed packaging (original and collectors edition) 
• Hand stamped WWII inspired packaging (base model) 

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