World Wall Map 1941 by National Geographic

Hemispheres, Borders & Relief — World Wall Map (1941)

A snapshot of the world on the eve of America’s entry into WWII, rendered with clarity and restraint. Published by National Geographic in 1941, this world sheet presents separate Eastern and Western Hemispheres using the Azimuthal Equal-Area projection for true comparative area. Classic colourization delineates country borders in force at the time, while relief shading, thousands of place names (including capitals), and smart thematic insets reward both room-distance viewing and close study. It’s the fabric of a changing world—accurate, navigable, and unmistakably of its era—made to study, admire, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a reference frame for global politics and networks in 1941, just before Pearl Harbor. Compare borders, trace air and rail era geography, and explore Land and Water Hemispheres that visualise elevations and ocean depths at a glance. Population-density insets for each hemisphere complete the picture. Ideal for educators, planners, historians, designers, and collectors, this sheet stands alone beautifully and pairs perfectly with modern maps for then-and-now comparison.

Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and small labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Era-True Snapshot: Borders and thematic context exactly as mapped in 1941.
✔ Equal-Area Accuracy: Hemispheric panels preserve comparative landmass sizes.
✔ Layered Insight: Land/Water and population-density insets deepen understanding.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Classic National Geographic styling with thousands of legible place names.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Bring the 1941 world into focus. Order the World Wall Map (1941) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.