11NY-11 - Regimental Colors, 11th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry D-Day and realistic poses reflecting frontline

and realistic poses reflecting frontline service

Their reputation was built upon rigorous training

This figure depicts a winter-equipped SS soldier armed with the iconic MP40 submachine gun

representing the 1942–45 period

These lighter uniforms offered greater comfort while maintaining practicality during demanding operations

11NY-11 - Regimental Colors, 11th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry D-Day and realistic poses reflecting frontlineThe 11th New York Volunteer Infantry ("First Fire Zouaves") used a unique, two sided white silk regimental color presented by the New York City Fire Department to Col. Elmer Ellsworth on April 29, 1861. Measuring approximately 65" x 76 1 2", it featured firefighting equipment, unit identification, and the slogan "The Star Spangled Banner in triumph shall wave".