American Armies And Battlefields In Europe with Maps- 1938 Edition.

American Armies And Battlefields In Europe, A History, Guide, and Reference Book – Prepared by the American Battle Monuments Commission.  GPO, Washington, 1938. A complete reference in hardcover, 547 pages, well illustrated with photos and maps plates, as well as fold out in the rear pocket.

General Eisenhower was tasked to work with the ABMC in the 1920’s.  With all the information provided in this book, it is easy to see how it influenced the general having this knowledge of Europe, helping to prepare the Allied Forces in defeating Germany and Italy in WWII. Having walked the battlefields, traveled the highways and roads, as well as understanding the peoples having lived the Great War surely contributed mightily.

A super reference for the WWII historian, and collector.  A true source book.