National Geographic World Map - Published 1943

National Geographic published this classic world map in December 1943, in the midst of WWII. Compared to many of the other world maps by the National Geographic Society, this one had a decidedly dark cast, possibly a reflection of the tone of discouragement felt by many as the War continued on. A perfect companion to the World maps of 1951 and 1970.

National Geographic Theater of War in Europe, Africa and Western Asia - Published 1942

Published in July 1942 with the article "Western Front Map Embraces Three Continents," this extraordinary work is a must-have for World War II buffs. A striking piece, both visually, with its colorful relief shading, and historically.

National Geographic Germany and Its Approaches 1938-1939 - Published 1944

A must-have for those interested in World War II, this informative map was published in July 1944 with an article entitled "Landing Craft for Invasion." This work shows the international boundaries as of Sept. 1, 1939, the day Germany invaded Poland, and boundaries as of Jan. 1, 1938, before Germany seized Austria and Czechoslovakia.

National Geographic Central Europe and the Mediterranean - Published 1939

This map of Central Europe and the Mediterranean shows international boundaries as of September 1, 1939, before Germany invaded Poland. Published in October 1939, this map appeared with the article "War Clouds Over Danzig and Poland's Port." A unique historical map for collectors.

National Geographic Asia, and Adjacent Areas - Published 1942

Battles were raging in Asia, Europe, and Africa at the time of this map's publication in December 1943. International boundaries on this map are as of September 1, 1939, the day Germany invaded Poland.

National Geographic Africa - Published 1943

The North African campaign was just drawing to a close when this map was published in February of 1943 to accompany an article entitled "Africa, First of 1943 Global Warfare Maps." A great addition to any World War II map collection, and a compelling companion to the earlier and later National Geographic maps of the "Dark Continent."