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Hidden treasures? Uncovering maps among the files of government
Hidden treasures? Uncovering maps among the files of government
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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
Jan 13, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
The National Archives holds over six million maps and plans and the majority are among files, boxes, volumes and rolls. Map specialist Andrew Janes explores the variety of these 'hidden' maps and examines some interesting examples from a range of government departments. He also offers some hints on how to search for maps at The National Archives.
Released:
Jan 13, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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