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Central Europe Wall Map - Published 1951 by National Geographic

Name: Central Europe Wall Map - Published 1951 by National Geographic
Brand: National Geographic Maps
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Occupation Lines & New Borders — Central Europe Wall Map (1951)

Europe in recovery, redrawn for a new era. Published by National Geographic in September 1951, this sheet surveys Central Europe and the Balkan States as the post-war order settles in: American, British, French, and Soviet occupation zones are clearly delineated, alongside the newly asserted Soviet boundaries. Clear symbology, balanced colour, and meticulous labeling make it equally at home in a study, classroom, or gallery wall.

More Than a Map – A Post-War Time Capsule

Not just wall art—this is a reference to the continent’s early Cold War geography. Track shifting frontiers, administrative divisions, and transport links at a pivotal moment in European history. Ideal for historians, educators, designers, and collectors, it rewards both room-distance viewing and close inspection.

Premium Materials & Finishes

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival paper.
Matte finish limits glare and preserves fine linework—perfect for framing under glass.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate (true thermal bonding).
Durable, moisture-resistant, and wipe-clean—great for classrooms and high-traffic spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with fitted hanging cord for a clean, ready-to-hang look. (Please allow up to 10 working days with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks keep tones deep and labels crisp for decades.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the grain; top cord for effortless hanging. (Please allow up to 10 working days with hang rails.)

Specifications

Feature	Details
Title	Central Europe Wall Map
Region	Central Europe & the Balkan States
Publisher	National Geographic
Original Publication	September 1951
Scale	1:2,500,000
Cartographic Content	Allied occupation zones (US/UK/FR/USSR); newly drawn Soviet borders; countries; major cities; transport; relief & hydrography
Map Size	763 mm (W) × 999 mm (H)
Available Formats	Paper, Laminated, Canvas
Paper Weight	160gsm archival-quality
Laminate	2 × 80-micron gloss sheets (encapsulated)
Canvas Weight	395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas
Inks	Pigment-based, fade-resistant
Optional Hang Rails	Available on Laminated & Canvas (lead time up to 10 working days)
Origin	Made in Australia

Why Choose This Map

✔ Definitive Post-War Snapshot: See occupation zones and early Cold War borders as mapped in 1951.
✔ Clarity & Authority: Classic National Geographic cartography—clean, legible, and richly informative.
✔ Scholarly & Decorative: Strong presence on the wall; rewarding detail up close.
✔ Archival Build: Premium substrates and inks safeguard contrast, labels, and linework.

Our Commitment

Printed locally in Australia, every map is colour-checked, inspected, and carefully packed. From press to wall, we focus on fidelity, durability, and beauty—so your map informs, inspires, and endures.

Capture a pivotal European moment. Order the Central Europe Wall Map (1951) today—a faithful, display-ready classic that turns a room into a conversation.

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