Vichy French - Senegalese Tirailleur Infantry.

Somewhat later than planned the Vichy French Senegalese Tirailleur Infantry finally clear the paint table. The Indian/Commonwealth forces were completed in September and have been waiting patiently for opponents. I opted to clear the full batch which took a little longer than planned but it does mean that you get a playable force rather than dribs and drabs. 

Over 179,000 Senegalese fought for the various French governments during WW2 and are that little bit different with their distinctive red fez. The Vichy government had two garrison battalions in theatre these were amalgamated to form a mixed colonial regiment.

Two sections each composing of 10 men and one NCO.

I opted for an LMG team and Rifle Grenade Launcher within the section, but these could be detached depending on whether I was using Bolt Action or Chain of Command.

Great casting from Perry Miniatures, next up a sniper and spotter.

Two runners and a couple of French Officers complete the first batch.

These really look the part and can play on either side of the conflict.

Next up Vichy French regulars and perhaps some 1898 Miniatures who have recently produced some very nice Berber Cavalry which might make it into the shopping basket at some point. The French had around 7000 Arab and Berber troops which might be a nice change.