Cartography is the art and science of portraying a three-dimensional planet on two-dimensional surfaces, maps. Many projections have been developed to solve the challenges of…
In the pantheon of great scientific thinkers and pioneers, certain names stand out. These figures are beacons of innovation, resilience, and transformative insight. Yet history…
In 1973, American geographer George Etzel Pearcy proposed a bold reconfiguration of the United States’ political landscape. Pearcy’s plan aimed to reduce the number of…
Goode’s 1908 speech at the American Association of Geographers on the Evil Mercator In 1908, J. Paul Goode delivered a pivotal speech at the American…
World War II Silk Aviator’s Survival Maps During World War II, the use of specialized survival maps made from silk was an innovative tool. These…
Goode’s Homolosine Projection is a composite, equal-area map projection that minimizes distortions for global maps. The projection is named after John Paul Goode, an American…
The Robinson projection, developed by cartographer Arthur H. Robinson in 1963, represents a major advancement in map-making. This projection is widely recognized for its aesthetic…
The Gall-Peters projection is a type of cylindrical map projection that represents the Earth’s surface. It is known for its attempt to depict all areas…
The Grand Canyon, a geological marvel that had captured the imaginations of explorers and adventurers for centuries. And it was here, amidst the splendor of…
With families hitting the open road for cross-country adventures, the need for reliable navigation became paramount. Enter the gas station road map