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Approximate Overall Size: 17 X 9 1/2 inches. Actual Size of Map; 16 x 9 1/2 ins. CONDITION: Book Plate - Excellent Condition. As Scanned. German Text. Beautiful with excellent detail. FOLDED DOUBLE PAGE PRINT Clear on the back . The map titled "Map of Naval Forces and Fleet Bases," based on the status as of Spring 1901, shows global locations significant to naval operations. Key areas include major ports and bases in North America (such as San Francisco and New York), South America (like Rio de Janeiro), Europe (including the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and the Mediterranean region), Africa (notably Egypt and South Africa), Asia (strategic points in China, Japan, India, and Southeast Asia), Australia, and various islands in Oceania. The legend indicates different symbols representing reserves for coal and stores, fleets and squadrons, independent gunboats, torpedo boats, submarines, strongly fortified positions, locations for naval maneuvers, and permanent stations for hydrographic and oceanographic observations. The map provides a comprehensive overview of global naval power distribution and strategic locations for major powers at the turn of the 20th century, making it a valuable historical document for understanding naval strategy and geopolitical interests of that era.NOTE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE YOU PURCHASE: This is a GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT. It is NOT a modern reproduction, ie. a laser scan, photocopy etc. It is the original from the antique atlas or book publication. This map/print was published on the date mentioned, or circa of the date mentioned at the top of the page. The print/map I have for sale, like many antique maps and prints that you see online, originate from an antique book or atlas publication. The publication may not always be known. If you have any questions, emails are welcome. Seller Inventory # 1821
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