Coastlines, Deltas & Harbours — Southeastern United States Wall Map (1947)
A snapshot of the Southeast at mid-century, rendered with clarity and restraint. Published by National Geographic in February 1947, this regional sheet pays special attention to the Atlantic seaboard with detailed insets of the South Carolina & Georgia coasts, Cape Hatteras, and Norfolk—plus a lower Mississippi inset featuring New Orleans. Clean, legible cartography and period styling reward both room-distance viewing and close study—made to admire, reference, and display.
More Than a Map – A Testament to History
This isn’t just wall art—it’s the Southeast’s waterways, ports, and coastal corridors at a pivotal time. Trace barrier islands and river deltas, follow road and rail links inland, and read the maritime geography that shaped trade and travel. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, travellers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with other National Geographic sectional sheets for a cohesive multi-panel display.
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 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—ready to display. (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; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Southeastern United States Wall Map |
| Series | National Geographic regional map (sectional U.S. series) |
| Original Publication | 1947 (February) |
| Scale | 1:2,500,000 |
| Cartographic Content | Atlantic coastline focus; insets—SC & GA coasts, Cape Hatteras, Norfolk; lower Mississippi with New Orleans; transport & hydrography; towns/cities |
| Map Size | 691 mm (W) × 796 mm (H) |
| Available Formats | Paper, Laminated, Canvas |
| Paper Weight | 160gsm archival-quality |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate 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
✔ Era-True Snapshot: The Southeast’s ports, coasts, and delta regions as mapped in 1947.
✔ Inset Precision: Focus panels for Hatteras, Norfolk, SC & GA coasts, and the lower Mississippi.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Crisp labels, fine linework, and balanced symbology read beautifully near or far.
✔ 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 Southeast’s storied shores to your wall. Order the Southeastern United States (1947) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.
