Service Men’s Map of Washington
Guide to D.C. for soldiers on leave in mid-1944.
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Description
This simple and effective city plan uses color to differentiate between various amenities for service men and women on leave in Washington, D.C during World War II. Red dots show places to sleep, green dots are sightseeing locations, and blue dots are entertainment and social places like ARC clubs, officer’s lounges, and churches. Additional details are provided for each are provided on the verso.
Several locations, including USO clubs and YMCAs, are listed as (Negro); reflecting segregated facilities. Others are marked with an asterisk, indicating that Service Women are welcome.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1944
Author: War Hospitality Committee
Sheet Width (in): 14.6
Sheet Height (in): 16.1
Condition: A
Condition Description: Light creasing along originally issued fold lines and faint wear along the outer edges of the sheet. Near fine condition overall.
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