The Republic of Venice (15th–16th centuries)
Via wikipedia.org
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Historical Maps
Historical maps showing territorial changes of countries and historical events of the past.
The London Picture Map
Over 250,000 images of London from the collections at London Metropolitan Archives and Guildhall Art Gallery The London Picture Map
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Mapping the Great Migration: A Transformational Movement
The Great Migration reshaped America, as millions of Black Americans moved from the South to cities across the North and West. A map illustrates this transformation—let’s explore its meaning and historical significance.
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Eugenics: A Global History of a Dangerous Idea
Eugenics, once seen as a path to social progress, led to forced sterilizations and racial discrimination. Explore how this dangerous idea influenced policies around the world.
Read MoreA German plan for the partition of the Soviet Union (May, 1941)
In the months before the German invasion of the Soviet Union the German leaders discussed many plans for the future
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How Long is the Nile River?
The Nile river is the longest river in the world at 6,650 kilometers (4,135 miles). The Nile is longer than the distance from New York to London.
Read MoreHow Canada Got Its Shape: A Look at the Changing Borders of a Country
How did Canada get its shape? This post traces the country’s changing borders from 1867 to today, with a data-based animated map showing how provinces and territories came to be.
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