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What are the characteristics of a historical map?

Historical maps have the same basic characteristics of maps in general: scale, projection used, degree of generalization, and symbolism. The basic characteristics of historical maps determine how relevant it is today.


What is a ordnance survey maps?

An OD (Ordnance Survey) map are maps that were originally used for the military. It was produced by following a series of surveys. Hope this helps. :)


Why are reading maps so important?

Reading maps is important because they provide valuable information about locations, directions, and geographic features. Maps help us navigate unfamiliar places, plan routes, and understand the layout of the world around us. They are essential tools for travelers, hikers, drivers, and anyone needing to find their way from one place to another.


What are basic terrain features and weather and climatic factors from maps part of?

Basic terrain features such as mountains, rivers, and forests are important elements found on maps. Weather and climatic factors like temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns are also typically displayed on maps to help users understand the environment of a particular area.


What are the three most common features found on maps that help in the reading of maps?

The three most common features found on maps that help in reading them are a legend (key) that explains symbols and colors used on the map, a scale that indicates the ratio between distances on the map and actual distances on the Earth, and a compass rose that shows cardinal directions (north, south, east, west).

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What has the author C O Sherrill written?

C. O. Sherrill has written: 'Military map reading' -- subject(s): Military maps, Military topography


What has the author Reginald Francis Legge written?

Reginald Francis Legge has written: 'Military sketching and map reading for noncoms. & men' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Military Maps, Military topography


What are three basic map types?

The three basic map types are:- Quantitative maps Qualitative maps Thematic maps


Were maps used for military purposes since the early 1500s?

yes, maps were used in the 15,000 for military purposes.


Maps used for military purposes since the early 1500s?

yes, maps were used in the 15,000 for military purposes.


Can a map series be a group of maps used for a common purpose such as military city maps?

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What discoveries did Galileo make that do not do with astronomy?

He invented the compass, the kind you use on maps and in math class, a thermometer - Galileo thermometer, and created Galileo's paradox in math. He did the basic principle of relativity. His work with pendulums lead to the pendulum clock.


What is a special purpose used for?

Maps showing the location and distribution of a single phenomena/ or feature, or the relationship among several are known as special purpose maps or thematic maps such as Engineering maps, economic maps, hydrographic maps, geomorphologic maps, climatic maps, population maps, statistical maps, military maps, etc.


Can maps and military documents be taken from Prisoners of War?

yes


What is a basic reference used on maps to determine location?

distance


What are the basic parts that maps have?

the key, title, continents, and scale


What Are normally not printed on maps because the features and units they represent are constantly moving or changing.?

military symbals