Description: A WW1 French map which relates to the very beginning of the war. At this time, it seems that (like the British) the French were not prepared for war in terms of mapping as many of the maps are printed from survey maps dating to around the turn of the century, with some having slightly later revisions. Only as the months progressed and the war became more 'entrenched' did the Allies mapping services kick into gear.This map (a 'Type 1889'), entitled "DOUAI S.E." would have been used in 1914 by French troops engaging the Germans as Valenciennes fell. There is a very faint red mark (perhaps deliberately erased) which seems to relate to the position of the front line once Valenciennes had already fallen.The map has had a repair to the rear of the central fold using a specialist acid free, non-yellowing archive tape. (see photos).Will be shipped as per its existing fold lines. (Seller's Ref - EB87) PLEASE NOTE - Following BREXIT, some items exported from the UK to EU countries may now incur import tariffs on arrival. This depends on the overall value of the item (or items) contained within the package. UK sellers are now required to display these details in the form of a Customs Declaration attached to the outside of the package. Such matters are beyond my control as the process is administered by the Customs Department of the destination country. With this in mind, please can all buyers from EU countries make themselves aware of how these changes may affect them when purchasing items from the UK. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
Price: 27.5 GBP
Location: Ipswich
End Time: 2025-02-02T21:07:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 16.11 GBP
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Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Country/ Organization: France
Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued
Type: Documents & Maps
Conflict: World War I (1914-1918)
Service: Army
Era: 1914-1945
