Historical maps

Where would you start if you were looking for a treasure? Well, from what we learned in Jumanji, we probably need a map. In fact, maps, the precious representation of information, are key to so many secrets of the world, whether it’s the Earth, our history, politics, sociology, or anything, really.

Whether you are a geography aficionado or simply curious, these Geography Facts may have you learning something new.

These apps with historical maps make handy reference tools to use during history lessons.

Europe has long been a melting pot of human phenotypes, shaped by millennia of migrations, conquests, and interactions between different populations. Anthropologically, several distinct types have been identified across the continent, each characterized by unique physical features and genetic backgrounds.

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This is an illustrated map of North America and its land borders in the year 1830. During that part of the 19th century, the United States of America only spanned what is today’s central and eastern areas. Canada, meanwhile, was a territory of Britain at the time and wasn’t officially given its name until three ... Read more

The independence movements in Catalonia and Scotland have grabbed a lot of headlines in recent years, but what about Brittany and Transylvania?

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France's borders remain a testament to its rich and complex history, reflecting the interplay of conquest, diplomacy, and geopolitics over the centuries. From the medieval domains of the Capetian kings to the modern-day republic, the evolution of France's borders is a fascinating journey through time.