π Middle East, States in Turmoil Wall Map β National Geographic
Scale 1:5,963,000 | Published February 1991 | Gulf War Historical Context
Published in February 1991 by National Geographic, the Middle East, States in Turmoil Wall Map offers a detailed and timely view of the region during one of the most critical geopolitical periods of the late 20th century β the Gulf War.
Designed as a political and thematic reference, this map goes beyond borders and place names, presenting a wealth of country-by-country data, including:
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Military facilities and troop numbers
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Oil reserves and production
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Population statistics
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Gross national product (GNP)
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Strategic locations and infrastructure
An overview of the Gulf War is also included, providing essential historical context. Originally issued as a supplement to National Geographicβs The Middle East wall map, this edition is both an educational resource and a collectible historical record.
πΊοΈ Map Features
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Political Boundaries β Countries, capitals, major cities, and key borders as of 1991.
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Thematic Data β Military, economic, and demographic information for each nation.
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Gulf War Overview β Summary of events, alliances, and outcomes.
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Strategic Infrastructure β Military bases, oil fields, and transport routes.
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National Geographic Cartography β Accuracy, clarity, and visually engaging design.
β¨ Available Finishes
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Description |
π¨οΈ Paper (160 gsm)
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Heavyweight matte-coated paper β perfect for framing under glass. |
π§Ό Laminated (Encapsulated)
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Sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate for a wipe-clean, tear-resistant finish. |
πͺ΅ Laminated with Wooden Hang Rails
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Laminated map mounted with natural lacquered timber rails (top and bottom) and a hanging cord β ready to hang. |
πΌοΈ Canvas (395 gsm)
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HP Professional Matte Canvas with archival pigment-based inks. Rich in texture, fade-resistant, and gallery-quality. |
πͺ΅ Canvas with Wooden Hang Rails
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Canvas mounted with natural timber rails and a hanging cord for a timeless, display-ready look. |
π¨ Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery of hang-railed maps, as these are professionally mounted by our custom framer.
π Specifications
Feature |
Detail |
Title |
Middle East, States in Turmoil Wall Map |
Publisher |
National Geographic |
Published |
February 1991 |
Scale |
1:5,963,000 |
Dimensions |
629 mm (W) x 510 mm (H) |
Materials |
160 gsm paper / 80-micron gloss laminate / 395 gsm HP Matte Canvas |
Origin |
Printed and professionally finished in Australia |
π‘ Why Youβll Love This Map
βοΈ Captures the Middle East during the Gulf War β a pivotal moment in recent history
βοΈ Rich in military, economic, and demographic data
βοΈ National Geographic design and accuracy
βοΈ Available in five premium finishes β from frame-ready to instant wall display
βοΈ Printed with fade-resistant inks for decades of clarity
π― Perfect For
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Educational Institutions β Political science, history, and geography classrooms
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Libraries & Archives β A historical record of the early 1990s Middle East
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Corporate & Government Offices β Strategic and historical reference
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Collectors β A preserved National Geographic Gulf War-era map
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Home Display β For history enthusiasts and geopolitical scholars
π Delivery
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Paper, Laminated, Canvas: Ships within 1β2 business days
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Hang-railed Maps (Laminated or Canvas): Ships within 10 working days (custom-mounted)
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Packaging: Rolled in a heavy-duty postal tube for safe arrival
This Middle East, States in Turmoil Wall Map is both a historical artefact and an informative reference, capturing the political and military realities of the region at the height of the Gulf War.
πΒ Order today to own a cartographic record of a defining moment in modern Middle Eastern history.