Interactive map lets you explore the history of anywhere on Earth
Ever wanted to see how history connects all around the world? This interactive history map makes it easier than ever.
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The Oldest Surviving Map Of The World Was Created By Ancient Babylonians On A Clay Tablet At Least 2,600 Years Ago
According to Dr. Irving Finkel, an expert at the British Museum, the map is "awesomely vast" and reflects Babylon as the center of the world. You can pay a visit to this historical artifact today.
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A Spy, a Map, and the Quest for Power in 16th-Century Europe
Alberto Cantino, an Italian spy, acquired a Portuguese map showing stunning finds in the New World. This story appears in the March/April 2017 issue of National Geographic History magazine.