This post explores the history of a large spherical globe with only latitude and longitude lines in the collections of the Geography & Map Division.
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An exploration of the thousands of maps held in the Geography and Map Division that are photocopies, including those from many 20th century wars.
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Fascinating maps at various scales tell the story of the Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip, a pivotal moment in the Civil War and the contested fight for control of New Orleans and the Mississippi River.
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