Maps explained: history, borders, data and design

Land of Maps

Subject

History maps (page 17)

Empires, wars, borders and old maps that show how the world was divided and understood in the past.

404 maps in this collection

All history maps

Map: Iron Silk Road

History

Iron Silk Road

The Iron Silk Road, also known as the Northern Silk Road, refers to the ancient trade routes connecting China with the regions of Central Asia and Europe.

Map: Russian Gulag System c. 1950

History

Russian Gulag System c. 1950

Introduction: The Russian Gulag System, established in the early 20th century and reaching its peak during the 1950s.

Map: Kill That Eagle – WWI Map (1914)

History

Kill That Eagle – WWI Map (1914)

The “Kill That Eagle” World War I (WWI) map, created in 1914, is a fascinating visual representation of the alliances and enmities that evolved during.

Map: Pictorial map of Italy 1868

History

Pictorial map of Italy 1868

The pictorial map of Italy from 1868 provides a captivating visual representation of the country during a significant time in its history.

Map: Europe, 1650

History

Europe, 1650

The year 1650 marked a momentous period in European history, characterized by significant political, cultural, and scientific developments.

Map: November 2014 – Page 2

History

November 2014 – Page 2

November 2014 marked a significant period in history with various major events, political developments, economic news, and social-cultural highlights.

Map: September 2013 – Page 2

History

September 2013 – Page 2

September 2013 marked a significant period in history, filled with key events and milestones that shaped the political, economic, cultural.