Roman roads were both a product of empire and a key ingredient to its success. Traditionally founded on 21 April 753 BC, Rome didn’t formally become an Empire until 27 BC. That’s when the Senate named Octavian princeps (first citizen). With nothing more than waning traditions restraining them, he and… Read more“Map Monday, Roman Roads an Enduring Legacy of Empire”
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Map Monday, Territorial Disputes and Unclaimed Lands
Territorial disputes rank as one of the leading causes of wars between nations. According to the UN there are more than 150 such disputes between member states. For more details follow this link to an interactive map of territorial disputes. Dangerous Simmering Territorial Disputes China and India fought a war… Read more“Map Monday, Territorial Disputes and Unclaimed Lands”
Map Monday, Magnificent Mississippi River System
The Mississippi river is the central artery of the United States. From it’s source, Lake Itasca Minnesota, it flows through 10 of the 50 states. When combined with the Missouri river, it forms the longest system in North America and the fourth longest in the world. The combination of the… Read more“Map Monday, Magnificent Mississippi River System”