The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There is also extra information underneath the main catalogues description including the changes to the name of this kit in the catalogues.
Airfix Catalogue description:This snap-together fort comes complete with ready-to-paint )) scale figures of Arabs and french Foreign Legionaries. The set makes up with authentic battle scenes between these traditional enemies. Fort and figures available separately. - Taken from the 6th edition catalogue (1968)
9th edition catalogue (1971), listed as Sahara Set from Fort Sahara.
Airfix Series (first appearance): 1 Rarity of early version: Scarce First Issued: 1969
Box art ArtistsInformation taken from: Airfix Collectors Club, Artist and Kit list - 6th Ed. Compiled by Jeremy Brook.Artist on Box Type 3: Andrew Prewett Artist on Box Type 3: Roy Cross
This kit appeared in these catalogues:
6th Edition (1968) Ref: 1684 7th Edition (1969) Ref: 1684 8th Edition (1970) Ref: 1684 9th Edition (1971) Ref: 1684 10th Edition (1973) Ref: 09701-3 11th Edition (1974) Ref: 09701-3 12th Edition (1975) Ref: 09701-3 13th Edition (1976) Ref: 40701-4
Just some of the kits listed...
