Published in November 1962, this map of Southern Africa appeared in National Geographic with three articles including "South Africa Close-up." South Africa had just become a republic the year before and the struggle against apartheid had begun. Nelson Mandela was arrested and imprisoned just months before this map was printed.
The 1962 Southern Africa map features:• Inset maps of the Malagasy Republic (Madagascar) and the Comoro Islands
• National parks including an inset map of Kruger National Park in South Africa
• City maps of Johannesburg and Cape Town
• Thousands of place names including capitals, cities and towns
• Railroads, roads, trails, canals, and places with scheduled air service
• Ocean bathymetry and geographical features including mountains, rivers, lakes, dry salt lakes, and deserts
Coverage Area: Southern Africa
| Geography | Southern Africa |
|---|---|
| Geotype | Region |
| Map Type | Historical Maps |
| Publisher | NG Classic |
| Usage Type | Classroom Maps |