A battle fought through mines, mud, and stone.
This detailed map, produced by the II Polish Corps, depicts enemy minefields surrounding the town of Cassino during the final stages of the battle in May 1944. Featuring notations in both Polish and English, it was used by Polish units preparing for one of the most dangerous assaults of the Italian Campaign.
On 16 May 1944, Polish troops began their attack against the German 1st Parachute Division, entrenched in strong defensive positions overlooking the valley. After days of fierce fighting, the Polish flag — followed by the Union Jack — was raised over the ruins of the abbey on 18 May, symbolizing victory at tremendous cost.
This reproduction captures the precision and tension of the original wartime document, showing the carefully marked minefields and topographical details that shaped the battle for Monte Cassino.
Product Details:
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Printed on 175 gsm premium fine-art paper
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Matte finish for an authentic archival presentation
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Created from high-resolution scans of original wartime maps
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Displays minefields, terrain features, and operational markings
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Ideal for collectors, historians, educators, and battlefield enthusiasts
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Ships worldwide in protective packaging
A faithful reproduction of a combat planning map used by the II Polish Corps — a testament to courage and sacrifice on the road to Rome.