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German Map of the St. Lawrence
German Map of the St. Lawrence

This 1943 map, providing a general overview of the River and Gulf of St. Lawrence, formed part of a German U-Boat (submarine) navigation handbook.

The legend at the upper left identifies locations including navigation lights and lighthouses (Signalstelle), coastal radio stations (Küstenfunkstelle) and facilities that could help a U-Boat determine its location. It also identifies threats like coastal defence batteries (Küstenbefestigung) and civilian airfields that could serve as bases for Allied military aircraft (Zivilflugplatz).

George Metcalf Archival Collection
CWM 19730174-002_b



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