Iwo Jima Map used by BG John S. Letcher in battle, 1945
Item
Identifier: Maps-Oversized-Iwo Jima
Map, "Iwo Jima Volcano Islands. Special Air and Gunnery Target Map". Dated 1944 November 12. Used by VMI Alumnus and Marine Corps officer John S. Letcher, who played a prominent role in the battle of Iwo Jima in early 1945. This map is a companion piece to a 3D map model which is in the VMI Museum.
Dates
- 1944-11-12
Extent
1 items ; approximately 23 x 29 inches
Physical Location
Oversized case, maps drawer
Source
- Letcher, John S. (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Virginia Military Institute Archives Repository
