The Trails and Travels of the 20th Armored Division
Le Havre to Salzburg – the route of the 20th Armored Division during World War II.
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Description
Though they didn’t officially enter combat until relatively late in the war, April of 1945, the contribution of the 20th Armored Division towards ultimate Allied success in the European Theater was significant. The unit’s aggression was notable among the Nazis, and the determined route of tanks and half tracks can be seen boldly cutting a large path through France and Germany.
Small illustrations highlight many of the wars’ most important moments for the men involved – debarkation at La Havre, crossing into German territory, strafing fighter planes, and a little well-earned relaxation at ‘the end of the road’ in Salzburg. An accompanying timetable at the top of the sheet provides the dates of further high points of the campaign.
Also of interest is the compass rose, which doubles as a cross-hair aimed at a racist caricature of a Japanese soldier. Even while celebrating in Europe, the soldiers knew there was more work to be done in the Pacific.
The map was drawn by Sergeant John Brice and published by the G-3 Section of the 20th Armored Division.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1946
Author: Sgt. John Brice
Sheet Width (in): 25.60
Sheet Height (in):
Condition: B
Condition Description: Heavy extraneous creasing and wrinkling across the image from where the map was previously folded. Several creases have separated and have old plastic tape repairs on the verso. A few chips and tears in the sheet along the bottom edge. Despite the seams and tears, the image remains intact and in good condition overall.
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