SPA023B - Hoplite Thrusting Sword - Black Horses Shield D-Day This SS cavalry trooper reflects

This SS cavalry trooper reflects the appearance of one of these mounted soldiers

General Arthur Percival (1887–1966) is best known for commanding British

Helmet (often with transverse crest for visibility)

Few warriors from the ancient world have achieved the legendary reputation of the Spartan hoplite

It creates an opportunity to display not just a battlefield moment

SPA023B - Hoplite Thrusting Sword - Black Horses Shield D-Day This SS cavalry trooper reflectsSPA023B Hoplite Thrusting Sword Black Horses Shield The hoplite was the foundation of many ancient Greek armies, representing the citizen soldier who defended his city state through discipline, courage, and teamwork. Armed with spear, sword, armour, and shield, hoplites fought in formations where every warrior depended upon those around him. This figure depicts a Greek hoplite thrusting with a sword while carrying a Black Horses Shield. The horse was