Lot no. 121
American metal sign with four fixing points. The background is white and the black paint markings show Keep 60 YD Interval. The dimensions of the sign are 38 x 43 cm. There is some wear, a marked patina and heavy oxidation on the piece. According to the seller, this panel comes from Gives. The hamlet of Gives, situated in the province of Luxembourg in Belgium, was directly involved in the events of the Second World War, particularly during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944. Although less well known than neighbouring towns such as Bastogne and Houffalize, Gives played an important role due to its strategic position. Condition II+. American metal sign with four mounting points. The background is white and black painted markings read Keep 60 YD Interval. The sign measures 38 x 43 cm. Note some wear, pronounced patina, and heavy oxidation on the item. According to the seller, this sign comes from Gives. The hamlet of Gives, located in the province of Luxembourg, Belgium, was directly affected by World War II events, notably during the Battle of the Ardennes in December 1944. Although less known than nearby localities like Bastogne or Houffalize, Gives played an important role due to its strategic position. Condition II+.
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