The battle that broke the Gustav Line.
This original 1:25,000 scale map, printed in Polish, was produced for the II Polish Corps during the final stages of the Battle of Monte Cassino. It covers the mountainous terrain surrounding the monastery — one of the most formidable defensive positions in the German Gustav Line.
On 16 May 1944, Polish forces launched their assault against the German positions that had withstood months of Allied attacks. After days of fierce fighting, on 18 May, Polish soldiers raised their national flag over the ruins of the abbey, followed moments later by the Union Jack — marking the capture of Monte Cassino and opening the road to Rome.
This facsimile preserves the clarity, cartographic detail, and historical markings of the original operational map used by the II Polish Corps. It stands as a tribute to the courage, endurance, and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought in one of the most gruelling battles of the Italian Campaign.
Product Details:
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Printed on 175 gsm premium fine-art paper
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Matte finish for an authentic archival look
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Created from high-resolution digital scans of original wartime maps
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Map text and legends in Polish
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Depicts terrain, defensive positions, and the Cassino area
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Ideal for collectors, historians, educators, and battlefield visitors
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Ships worldwide in protective packaging
A powerful representation of Polish bravery at one of the most iconic battles of the Second World War.