Modern Marvels : Map Making (1999)
Genres - Science & Technology |
Sub-Genres - Physical Sciences |
Run Time - 60 min. |
Countries - United States |
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Synopsis
Charting the history of cartography, from early maps carved into cave walls in Europe to the use of satellites to map the stars and the ocean floor. Included: profiles of mapmakers Andrew McNally and William Rand. Also: maps as tools for law enforcement and agriculture.
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geography, land-survey, map, map-maker, topography
