John Bartholomew Son Ltd 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 Europe, between 1913 and 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Map of Europe, between 1913 and 1917
Map of Europe, between 1913 and 1917. Bartholomew's Railway & Steamship Map of Europe and the Mediterranean

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

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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"John Bartholomew & Son Ltd: Mapping the World's History" Step into the past with John Bartholomew & Son Ltd, a renowned cartographic company that left an indelible mark on history. Through their meticulous craftsmanship, they brought to life maps that captured pivotal moments in time. In 1914, amidst the chaos of World War I, John Bartholomew & Son unveiled their masterpiece - "Map of the North Sea and the Baltic. " This intricately detailed creation provided invaluable insights into naval strategies during this tumultuous period. As conflict raged on, another gem emerged from their workshop - "The Baltic Sea and Its Approaches. " Crafted in 1915, this map shed light on crucial battlefronts and helped shape military tactics throughout the war. Expanding their reach beyond Europe's borders, John Bartholomew & Son delved into Africa. Their "Political Map of Africa" (1914) became a beacon of knowledge for explorers and diplomats alike as they navigated through vast landscapes teeming with diversity. No corner of the globe was left untouched by these visionary cartographers. From Asia Minor to Mesopotamia, their maps chronicled key regions embroiled in World War I. The meticulously crafted "Asia Minor, Caucasus Region and Mesopotamia" (c1915) offered invaluable insight into these complex theaters of war. But it wasn't solely about conflict; John Bartholomew & Son also played a vital role in documenting post-war territories. Their work on "The Balkan States After the Wars of 1912-13" (c1920) showcased how borders shifted following intense struggles for independence and power. Their dedication extended even further back in time with maps like "Poland and the Partitions of 1772, 1793 & 1795.