Historical Mapping
Maps become out of date over time. Maps that are out of date, however, can be useful to historians, attorneys, environmentalists, genealogists, and others interested in researching the background of a particular area. Local historians can compare a series of maps of the same area compiled over a long period of time to learn how the area developed. A succession of such maps can provide a vivid picture of how a place changed over time.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1999 |
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Title | Historical Mapping |
DOI | 10.3133/fs15499 |
Authors | |
Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
Series Title | Fact Sheet |
Series Number | 154-99 |
Index ID | fs15499 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | U.S. Geological Survey |