Bartholomew John Son Collection

Map of the North Sea and the Baltic, c1914, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of the North Sea and the Baltic, c1914, (c1920). Northern Europe at the start of the First World War, including parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, Russia, Germany, Denmark

The Baltic Sea and Its Approaches, First World War, c1915, (c1920). Map of part of northern Europe, showing sections of the coasts of Norway, Sweden, Russia, Germany and Denmark

Map of German South West Africa, First World War, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of German South West Africa, First World War, (c1920). The German annexation of South West Africa took place in the 1880s

Austria-Hungary and Neighbouring Lands - Map, 1920. Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Austria-Hungary and Neighbouring Lands, c1914, (c1920). Map of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and surrounding countries at start of the First World War

Political Map of Africa, 1914, (1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Political Map of Africa, 1914, (1920). Colonial possessions in Africa at the start of the First World War. British colonies are pink, French - green, German - orange, Portuguese - purple

India and the Campaigns of the Middle East, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Map showing British India coloured pink as part of the British Empire, Afghanistan, Persia, Asia Minor, Arabia

Map of the Austro-Italian frontier, First World War, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of the Austro-Italian frontier, First World War, (c1920). Mountainous area between Salzburg, Trieste and Cremona, showing the Tyrol

Asia Minor, the Caucasus Region and Mesopotamia, First World War, c1915, (c1920). Map of part of the Middle East, showing eastern Turkey, Cyprus, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine

Map of East Africa, First World War, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of East Africa, First World War, (c1920). Map showing colonial possessions including the Belgian Congo, British East Africa, German East Africa, Northern Rhodesia and Portuguese East Africa

Black Sea: Bosphorus and Dardanelles, c1914, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Black Sea: Bosphorus and Dardanelles, c1914, (c1920). Map of the Black Sea and parts of surrounding countries at the start of the First World War, showing Russia and the Crimea, Romania

Map of South Africa, c1914, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of South Africa, c1914, (c1920). Map of the southern tip of Africa at the start of the First World War, showing German South-West Africa (later Namibia)

The Balkan States After the Wars of 1912-13, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
The Balkan States After the Wars of 1912-13, (c1920). Showing Acquisitions of Territory in Darker Tints. Map of the Balkans: Bosnia, Montenegro, Servia (Serbia), Albania, Roumania (Romania)

Poland and the Partitions of 1772, 1793 & 1795, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Poland and the Partitions of 1772, 1793 & 1795, (c1920). Map showing how territory in Europe was divided between the empires of Russia, Prussia and Austria in the 18th century

Map of Central Europe, c1914. Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of Central Europe, c1914. Europe as it looked at the beginning of the First World War. From " The Great World War - A History" Volume I, edited by Frank A Mumby

Map of Belgium and Northern France, c1914, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of Belgium and Northern France, c1914, (c1920). How the area looked at the start of the First World War. From " The Great World War - A History" Volume I, edited by Frank A Mumby

Poland, 1815-1914, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Poland, 1815-1914, (c1920). Map showing Polish territory from the end of the 18th century until the First World War: Poland as constituted in 1815, and Poland before partition of 1772

East-European Theatre of War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
East-European Theatre of War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Map of Eastern Europe during the First World War, showing parts of Germany, Russia and Austria-Hungary

Northern France Illustrating the Western Campaign, 1914, (c1920). Map of northern France, Belgium and Luxembourg, at the start of the First World War

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"Exploring the World through Bartholomew John Son's Maps: A Glimpse into History" Step back in time and embark on a captivating journey with the remarkable maps created by John Bartholomew & Son. These intricate cartographic masterpieces offer us invaluable insights into various regions during significant historical periods. One such map, "Map of the North Sea and the Baltic, c1914, " transports us to a time when these waters were bustling with activity. It serves as a testament to the strategic importance of this region during World War I. Similarly, "The Baltic Sea and Its Approaches, First World War" provides an in-depth understanding of naval operations during this tumultuous period. Delving further into history, we encounter "Map of German South West Africa, First World War. " This map sheds light on Germany's colonial presence in Africa before it was eventually relinquished after WWI. Meanwhile, "Austria-Hungary and Neighbouring Lands - Map 1920" showcases the shifting borders following the dissolution of one empire and birth of new nations. Venturing southward onto African soil is where another fascinating chapter unfolds. The "Political Map of Africa 1914" captures a continent on the brink of change amidst European colonization efforts. Simultaneously, "Map of East Africa, First World War" reveals how this region became embroiled in conflict due to its strategic significance. Turning our attention towards Asia Minor and Mesopotamia during WWI becomes possible thanks to Bartholomew John Son's meticulous work showcased in their map titled "Asia Minor, Caucasus Region and Mesopotamia. " This visual representation allows us to comprehend key military campaigns that unfolded across these lands. As we continue our exploration through time via maps like "Black Sea: Bosphorus and Dardanelles, " we gain insight into critical waterways that have shaped geopolitical dynamics throughout history.