Weapons of Ramckes Brigade

Actually, the weapons included in that set would be totally accurate for that particular unit, according to the book "War Without Hate" by John Bierman and Colin Smith, published by penguin Books, 2002. Ramckes Brigade is specifically mentioned as taking part in the battle of El Alamein in 1942. Part of the distinguishing characteristics of this unit was the fact that they were armed with "experimental" weapons including an early assualt rifle, grenade launchers and even a 75mm recoilless rifle. If you can access this book, Ramckes paratroopers and their weapons are mentioned on pages 258-259. It was previously published in the U.S. under the title of "The Battle of Alamein." In any case, I think you could use those weapons without any fear of historic inaccuracy.

The first examples of the Gewehr 43 did not enter service until late 1943. The DAK fought it's last battle on the 28th-30th of April, 1943. (Germany's Infantry Weapons 1939-45, page 32.) The MP44 did not enter production until early 1944, hence the model number. The early assault rifle mentioned is most likely the MKb 42, which was used for troop trails during this period. It is very similar in appearance to the MP43/44, neither of which were in operation at this time.

Thanks. I was pretty sure about the MP44 not being in service at that time.