Cassino Town, February '44

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The Battle of Monte Cassino was a costly series of four battles during the Second World War, fought against the Germans and Italians with the intention of breaking through to seize Rome. On 15th February the historic hilltop abbey of Monte Cassino, high on a peak overlooking the town of Cassino, was destroyed by 1,400 tons of bombs dropped by American bombers. The bombing was based on the fear that the abbey was being used as a lookout post for the German defenders.

In February 1944 the artist, aged 22, was commanding No. 1 Platoon 'A' Company, 6th The Black Watch.

The Black Watch Castle & Museum

Perth

Title

Cassino Town, February '44

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 40.5 x W 51 cm

Accession number

2008.151

Acquisition method

gift from the artist, 2008

Work type

Painting

Inscription description

George A. Cox [bottom right] Cassino Town Feb '44. By George A. Cox. Commanding No. 1 Platoon 'A' Company 6th Black Watch aged 22 [verso]

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