WW1 British BEF Royal Artillery RA Homefront Soldier Metal Figure

This item is a metal figure representing a British Expeditionary Force (BEF) Royal Artillery (RA) soldier from the First World War. The figure depicts a soldier on the home front, dressed in period-appropriate uniform with defined details including the distinctive Royal Artillery cap badge and webbing equipment commonly used during the 1914–1918 period. The uniform reflects early war attire, typically featuring a service dress tunic, puttees, and boots. The figure’s stance and field gear accurately portray the appearance and role of artillery personnel responsible for operating and maintaining artillery units tasked with supporting infantry actions. Figures such as this are commonly collected for their historical accuracy and relevance to early twentieth-century British military history. The model serves as a visual reference for researchers, educators, and collectors with an interest in the British Army’s role and organization during World War I.