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Lot 410: 1972 Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Wall Map Hand-Colored Military Planning Document Cold War Era

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Start price: $85

Estimated price: $700 - $1,400

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Offered here is an original large-format U.S. Air Force base planning map from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, one of the most historically significant military installations in the United States. This hand-colored example is labeled “Area B” and is marked “Updated to Apr 72”, placing it firmly in the Cold War era.

Acquired from a former individual associated with the base.

According to the original owner, who worked on base for 12 years, this map was previously mounted and displayed on-site at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, later removed and kept in a private residence for many years.

Visible wear consistent with age and use, Minor waviness/handling wear, No major losses observed, minor toning/staining/discoloring, Overall displays well and retains strong visual presence. Scratches seen along the plexiglass. Please reference all photos for full details.

Frame: 76 1/2" x 28 1/4" x 1 1/2". Weight: 25.5 lbs

Solid wood construction, heavy, large piece. Rare surviving example of a working U.S. Air Force installation map not originally intended for public distribution.