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The Armed Camp Surrounding Germany

Title:
The Armed Camp Surrounding Germany
Full Title:
Das Heerlager um Deutschland [The Armed Camp Surrounding Germany]
Collection:
Persuasive Maps: PJ Mode Collection
Creator:
Vogel, Joseph
Date:
1936
Date posted:
2017-04-14
ID Number:
1246.02
Identifier:
PJM_1246_02.jpg
Subject:
Between the Wars
Extent:
(cm, H x W) 12 x 15 on page 16 x 23
Collector's Notes:
This is from an illustrated schoolbook, with one map on each page, accompanied by explanatory text. This page implicitly justifies rearmament by suggesting that the nation was surrounded by enemies. The images are simple, apparently intended for younger children, but the supporting text provides detail for those who want it.
The collection includes a number of German maps of the same period making the same point, particularly school atlases. See Subjects > Between the Wars.
Note:
For further information on the Collector’s Notes and a Feedback/Contact Link, see https://persuasivemaps.library.cornell.edu/content/about-collection-personal-statement and https://persuasivemaps.library.cornell.edu/content/feedback-and-contact
Source:
Vogel, Joseph. N.d. [1936]. Die Karte Spricht : 30 bunte Bildkarten zur Erdkunde unsere Vaterlandes [The Map Speaks - 30 colorful Image Maps for the Geography of our Fatherland]. N.p., P. 30.
References:
For full details on references, see http://persuasivemaps.library.cornell.edu/content/references.
Repository:
Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections, Cornell University Library
Rights:
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About the collection

This is a collection of “persuasive” cartography: maps intended primarily to influence the opinion of the viewer -- to send a message -- rather than to communicate geographic information. The collection reflects a variety of persuasive tools: allegorical, satirical and pictorial mapping; selective inclusion or exclusion; unusual projections, graphics and text; and intentional deception. Maps in the collection address a wide range of messages: religious, political, military, commercial, moral and social.