Montecassino Rebuilt -- The massive Mount Cassiono Abbey, familiar World War II landmark for thousands of GI's fighting their way up the mountains Italian boot, presents a rebuilt face following extensive repairs. The ancient, historic monastery between Naples and Rome was smashed by Allied aerial and ground attacks in March, 1944, when its use as a German observation post hindered the advance toward the Italian capital. November 8, 1952. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).