# Original 1941 WWII Panoramic Photo - 106th Field Artillery Battery A - Fort McClellan AL
## Product Description
Up for sale is a rare and highly collectible **original World War II-era panoramic group photograph** (yard-long format) capturing **Battery A of the 106th Field Artillery Regiment ("A-BTRY 106th F.A.")**.
This incredibly detailed image features the entire unit posed alongside their canvas-topped military trucks and field artillery pieces. The top background section of the panoramic print shows a sweeping landscape view of the sprawling military encampment.
* **Unit:** Battery A, 106th Field Artillery (Historic New York National Guard unit out of Buffalo, NY)
* **Location:** Fort McClellan, Alabama
* **Date:** March 1941 ("MAR-1941")
This photo captures a pivotal moment in American military history, showcasing the unit right at the end of their winter training cycle, just months prior to the United States entering WWII. The 106th FA went on to serve valiantly in the Pacific Theater, including combat operations at Saipan, Leyte, and Okinawa.
A fantastic standout feature in this photo is the unit's mascot dog, clearly visible being held by a seated soldier next to the unit's guidon flag on the right-hand side of the lineup!
## Item Details
* **Era:** World War II (Pre-Pearl Harbor Mobilization)
* **Subject:** Military Unit Panoramic Portrait / Yard-Long Photograph
* **Uniforms/Gear:** M1917 "Brodie" style helmets, service shirts, vintage military transport trucks, and artillery pieces.
* **Markings:** Clearly marked with "A-BTRY 106th F.A." along the bottom center and "FORT McCLELLAN, ALA. MAR-1941" in the bottom right text area.
## Condition Notes
The photograph is in **vintage condition** with some handling wear expected from its age. There are visible vertical fold lines, light creases, and minor rolling waves typical for long panoramic prints stored unrolled or kept in storage. There is a slight gloss to the photo finish. The image remains clear, high-contrast, and fully legible with excellent facial details and text markings. Please carefully inspect all high-resolution photos provided to evaluate the exact cosmetic condition.
## Shipping & Handling
* **Packaging:** Will be packaged securely flat or carefully rolled in a heavy-duty shipping tube to prevent any bending, folding, or damage during transit.
* **Handling Time:** Shipped promptly within 1–2 business days of cleared payment.
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