American Army of Plzen
Pilsen: Grafis Print Work, 1945. First edition. Softcover. Oblong 8vo. Unpaginated. Original illustrated paper wrappers. A collection of b/w sepia-toned photographs with English and Czech captions depicting the entrance of the American army into the Czech town of Pilsen on May 6, 1945, the final days of World War II. Includes 16 photographs by Kren, Prazsky, Caltova, Houda, and Havlik of American convoys moving through the city, cheering crowds grateful for their liberation from Nazi Germany, American soldiers, locals in costumes, and a beautiful photograph of the city taken from a near by hill. Slight foxing to paper wrappers. Overall in very good condition. vg. Item #34738
Price: $450.00