That is so cool. I know you are proud of that. Is the jeep a model or a flat image? I can't quite tell.
I'd like to hear more about that day. What time of night was this? Just before sunrise? My Dad was in the 85th Division and following in your path later in the day. When did the civilians begin to come out of hiding? Later in the morning?
From one of my sources, I read that Gen Clark had picked the 36th Division to be the first into Rome---I guess because all the losses they suffered. But the 36th was pinched out of the line.
I just bought the "cotton bail" DUI pin of the 7th Regiment to add to my collection of pins [the pin is seen in upper RH corner of your shadowbox] I also have an Officer's chocolate uniform that I am thinking about converting to resemble an officer in the 4th Regiment. I found a pair of infantry crossed rifle insignia with a "4" that I can use. Still have a few more items to collect before I can put it all together.
Steve