National Geographic World Map - Published 1941

The Classic National Geographic World map of 1941. One of the last maps published prior to the bombing of Pearl Harbor, this extaordinary map shows the Eastern and Western Hemispheres, and features classic colorization to show the country borders and relief shading. A perfect complement to any world map collection.

National Geographic Northern and Southern Hemispheres - Published 1943

A true classic, this world map first published in April of 1943, shows the northern and southern hemisphers side by side, to give the viewer a perspective that centers each hemisphere on its pole. New to this map were special insets showing airline distances in the Eastern, Western, Northern, and Southern Hemispheres. Stunning cartography and special details make this a marvelous collector's item.

National Geographic Europe and the Near East - Published 1940

Published in May 1940, this map of Europe and the Near East shows international boundaries as of April 1, 1940. An inset of the Middle East provides detail of the Asian countries adjacent to Europe.

National Geographic Atlantic Ocean - Published 1941

Published in September 1941, this map paints a striking portrait of the Atlantic Ocean on the verge of the US involvement in World War II. Naval bases, dates and locations of war-time events, time zone boundaries, shipping routes and air travel distances, as well as wind, current, and storm information, make this map a unique window into the turbulent times and the desire for a greater understanding of the Atlantic and its significance for travel, trade, and national security.

National Geographic Atlantic Ocean - Published 1939

An ambitious work for its time, this beautiful map of the Atlantic Ocean was published in July 1939 when ocean bathymetry was in its infancy. Loaded with a variety of geographical and historical information this map is a splendid addition to any map collection.