Maps are key to many historical studies and we are fortunate, in Scotland, to have ready and free access to so many via the National Library of Scotland, maps website http://www.nls.uk/collections/maps/index
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News arrives today of an even wider collection with some intriguing search facilities.
'Where we used to live' is described as ' broadest single collection of historical maps from around the world' it is provided through the JISC-funded Old Maps Online, Described by its creators as like Google for old maps, will act as a central repository to a vast collection of maps held by institutions across the globe.
It would be good to hear your feedback about the site and how it compares with others.
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News arrives today of an even wider collection with some intriguing search facilities.
'Where we used to live' is described as ' broadest single collection of historical maps from around the world' it is provided through the JISC-funded Old Maps Online, Described by its creators as like Google for old maps, will act as a central repository to a vast collection of maps held by institutions across the globe.
It would be good to hear your feedback about the site and how it compares with others.
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