King & Country - First World War - French - Figure - FW075 "Kneeling firing Poilu Rifleman" / FW076 "Poilu Charging" (2) - White Metal

This pair of King & Country white metal figures depicts French Poilu infantrymen from the First World War, specifically the FW075 "Kneeling firing Poilu Rifleman" and FW076 "Poilu Charging" models. The Poilu were the French infantry soldiers who fought on the Western Front during WWI, known for their resilience and distinctive field equipment. King & Country is a highly regarded manufacturer of finely detailed, historically accurate military miniatures often cast in white metal, prized by collectors and history enthusiasts. These figures would be expertly sculpted to represent realistic World War I uniforms, weaponry, and stances, capturing the gritty reality and bravery of trench warfare. Such models serve as historical collectibles, educational tools, and centerpiece items illustrating early 20th-century military history.