Battle of Provence Map

Michelin folded reprinted map from 1947 of the Battle of Provence June-August 1944. Historic WWII reproduction map. A detailed map of the Provence area of France, showing the main sites of the late summer 1944 battle. This map is an antique-feeling reproduction of the map originally published by Michelin in 1947. The main map includes place names, landing dates and the movements of the French Army and Allied Forces, as well as a description of historic sites and the events which occurred between August 14 and September 8. In English and French.

Michelin’s map of the Battle of Provence reproduction of one of five maps published by Michelin in 1947 to commemorate the liberation of France. The map shows all movements by French and American troops, and the dates of those advances. The original cartography includes all types roads, included those that were under construction - distances are also marked on roads. Castles, places of worship, ruins, and even sports facilities (!) are all clearly marked.

The overprint gives information on the Battle of Provence in August 1944. The text is in French and English.