WORLD WAR ll ~ CASSINO ITALY ~ ROBERT CAPA PHOTO - 1944
$ 34.32
Description
WORLD WAR ll ~ CASSINO ITALY ~ ROBERT CAPA PHOTO - 1944. Below the stamp is printed “ROBERT CAPA” (see scan). Rare early original vintage gelatin silver photograph of an American soldiers being led down a path by a local partisan during the battle for Monte Cassino. This image has an official INTERNATIONAL NEWS PHOTO stamp on the back. Below the stamp is printed “ROBERT CAPA” (see scan). This photo was used by the Quartermaster Corp to develop new and improved all weather gear for the soldiers. Caption on back reads,”ITALY - Jan. 1944: Americans Probably of the First Special Service Force wear M-1943 Field Jackets, overshoes”. The Battle of Monte Cassino, also known as the Battle for Rome, was a series of four military assaults by the Allies against German forces in Italy during the Italian Campaign of World War II. The objective was to break through the Winter Line and facilitate an advance towards Rome. This is a vintage photograph and not a copy or reproduction. Photograph measures 6 x 8 inches and is in excellent condition with no bends, tears, or creases and has strong tones with great contrast and clarity. Please email with any questions and please "VIEW SELLERS OTHER ITEMS". Thanks.
