WW2 Reichstag 1945 - 28mm to 32mm

Price: $115.70

The Reichstag became a symbol of both Nazi power and Allied determination at the end of the Second World War in 1945. When you bring this monumental structure into your wargame, you're diving into a chaotic environment that could shift the tide of battle.
 
In April 1945, as Soviet forces encircled Berlin, the Reichstag stood as a fortress of sorts, housing not just a building but a bitter struggle between the Red Army and the last remnants of the German Wehrmacht. The battle for the Reichstag was intense, filled with urban warfare, street fighting, and a desperate fight for control over this symbol of Nazi authority.
  
In your wargame, the Reichstag could be the centerpiece for an epic showdown. Players could represent Soviet troops making their final push to capture the building, embodying soldiers braving heavy fire to secure this strategic target. The streets around the Reichstag become a battleground - imagine debris-laden roads with crumbling buildings offering cover and snipers hiding in the ruins, ready to ambush advancing troops.

 

The real-life assault was marked by fierce combat, with Soviet soldiers facing German defenders who were determined to hold the building at all costs. You could recreate this by setting up barricades and defensive positions inside the Reichstag itself, making it a multi-level battlefield with rooms filled with hidden dangers. it's almost like each room could have its own tactical advantages and pitfalls, requiring players to make strategic decisions about which floors to clear first and how to approach the central dome.
 
As players maneuver around the building, they might engage in brutal close-quarters combat or set up machine guns on rooftops, reminiscent of the fierce fighting that took place during the actual battle. The iconic dome of the Reichstag could serve as a vantage point for snipers, giving them a clear line of sight over the battlefield. Yet, getting to that height could be risky, mirroring the dangers faced by soldiers in real life.
 
 

In a twist, your scenario could also include desperate German counterattacks, where players must switch roles to defend the Reichstag from overwhelming Soviet forces. In this way, it's not just about capturing the building; it's also about the struggle to maintain control over this historic site.
  
Ultimately, the Reichstag in your wargame isn't just a backdrop; it's a character in its own right, representing the last gasps of a regime and the fierce desire of soldiers to claim a piece of history. With every corner turned and every room cleared, players are immersed in a gritty portrayal of one of the final battles of World War II.
 
 
 
 

Scale:
  
Suitable for 25mm, 28mm, 32mm or 35mm. So 1:72, 1:64, 1:52th scale 1/72, 1/64, 1/52.
 

Complete WW2 Town:
 
I have a whole range of buildings to make a complete WWII town.  If you have a specific building you would be interested in, please let me know.
 

Construction:
 
- Major build, several hours of fun
- Full step-by-step instructions.
 - Minimal glue, some PVA or wood glue.
 - Sharp knife for sprue removal.
 - Enjoyable and satisfying build.
 
 
 

Painting:
 
 - Paint before build is easiest
 - Acrylics, hobby paints
 - Spray paints, airbrush and paint pens
 
 

 Compatible Games
 
My buildings are compatible with most 28mm-32mm-32mm miniature tabletop games including:  
 
 
 - Medals of Valor,  
 - Band of Brothers,  
 - Disposable Heroes,  
 - Blitzkrieg,  
 - Combat Patrol,  
 - Crossfire,  
 - NUTS!,  
 - Rules of Engagement  
 - and many others.
 

Materials:
 
Made from 3mm high quality MDF. Your kit arrives as a set of sheets with all parts attached and link to detailed instructions.  These are all detailed kits with lots of special decorative features. Some kits have opening doors.

The building is 80cm wide and 30cm tall.   The back is accessible on all floors for positioning of defending troops.