Produced following World War II's conclusion in 1945, this remarkable detailed battle and campaign map illustrates the scale of the conflict throughout Europe and Africa, starting with battles in 1941. The European and Northern Africa theaters saw some of the heaviest fighting as the Allied forces sought to defeat the Axis. This detailed depiction bears a unique aesthetic that immediately transports the viewer back in time, creating a link between the past and present.
World War II dramatically affected the global political alignment of social structures. In its aftermath, the United Nations was formed to foster cooperation between international rivals and prevent future conflicts. The victors went on to control the security council as its permanent leaders. Europe experienced widespread devastation, and its global influence waned in the years following the war. The emergence of a rivalry between the superpower nations The Soviet Union and The United States would set the stage for the nearly half-century-long Cold War. Europe sought to politically integrate to stall any future hostility between nations, end pre-war hostilities, and attempt to forge a common sense of community and shared identity.
The conclusion of the war in Europe marked a turning point, and soon the South Pacific theater would also fall to the Allied forces. The global geopolitical landscape was changed forever by World War II, and it brought many nations into the modern era. This portrayal of the European, Mediterranean, and African theaters is truly an authentic piece of cartographical history.
Our museum quality giclee print comes printed with archival ink on premium heavyweight matte paper. Shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube your print will arrive ready to be framed. This eye-catching vintage map reproduction print makes the perfect gift for anyone that loves history and imagery.
