The 1104th Engineer Combat Group Roer River Crossing at Julich Souvenir Map 24x20" is an original period item from World War II, specifically from the United States. This collectible military souvenir map likely commemorates a significant event or operation involving the 1104th Engineer Combat Group in the region of Julich during the war. With a theme of militaria, this historical piece would be a valuable addition to any collection related to World War II.
The 1104th Eng. Combat.Gr. was placed in direct support of the 29th Infantry Division. They worked through freezing weather, rapid floodwaters caused by the blown German dams, and active enemy artillery fire to secure the bridgehead into Julich, Germany on February 23, 1945. The map features distinctive profile illustrations of the six individual bridge types build to cross the Roer (Rur) River.
Map is in very good condition.