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Sifton, Praed & Co., London, 1940/1942. 2 auf Leinen gezogene, mehrfach gefaltete Karten, Scale: 1 Inch to a Mile, 75,5 cm x 53,5 cm, (leicht fleckig / private Anmerkung auf Titel)---- englisch - 192 Gramm.

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. 1st Edition. The confidential first edition dated March 1919, prepared for the British Delegation to the Paris Peace Conference (a second declassified edition made available to the public without the map appeared in 1920, retitled "Tanganyika (German East Africa)" and renumbered No. 113). Original grey printed card wraps 14x22cm. vi, 117pp, complete with the colour folding map in a back pocket. Very good, lightly bumped and creased to the corners, tanned to the spine, blue crayon number to the front. Map spotted, neatly folded with short closed fold tears. Chapters describe physical and human geography, political history (starting with Portuguese influence through to Arab rule, British and German interests, and native opposition), social and political conditions, and economy, with Treaty extracts in the Appendices. No authors are indicated, but it was a collective effort, with the series edited by George Walter Prothero, Director of the Historical Section, which had been established purposely by the Foreign Office. Histories were voluntarily contributed by experts, geography by Naval Intelligence Division staff, and economics by the Foreign Office War Trade Intelligence Department. The map is by the Geographical Section General Staff of the War Office: "General Map of German East Africa", GSGS No. 2814, War Office, July 1916. 80x78cm, 1/2M, bounded by Lake Victoria (N), the Swahili coast from Lamu to Pekavi with Zanzibar about midway (E), the border with Portuguese East Africa (S), and Lake Tanganyika (W). Features include railways, roads (mostly fit for light wheeled traffic), important tracks and routes, marshes, mission stations, and international boundaries. This edition appears to be very rare, with Worldcat and Library Hub locating copies at the British Museum and British Library only (OCLC 558925343).

LeatherBound. Etat : NEW. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1944 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 34 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.

LeatherBound. Etat : NEW. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1943 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 24 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.

No Binding. Etat : Very Good. 1st Edition. Colour map 74x57cm. Very good, neatly folded, with faint pencil note to the lower margin ("Nasar's Corner"). This sheet, dating to the early years of the Egyptian Republic, was based on a USAF World Aeronautical Chart dated March 1953. Coverage is bounded by the Gilf Kebir Plateau (N), Selima Oasis (uninhabited) (SE), the Libyan / Anglo-Egyptian Sudan border (SW), and Jebels Uweinat and Arkenu (W). Altitude is shown by colour tinting. Geographical features are accompanied by numerous captions describing the terrain such as variations in sand and gravel, barchan dune formations, etc. The "Memorial monument" south of Gilf Kebir would be the Prince Kemal el-Din Monument, which Laszlo Almasy had built in 1934 for his late patron and friend (1874-1932) close to where he had discovered the Cave of Swimmers. Among the several criss-crossing tracks would be the Darb al Arbain (or 40 Days Road), identifiable by its stops at Laqiya Arbain, Selima Oasis (where it splits), and El Shab.

No Binding. Etat : Good. 3rd Edition. Colour map 81x61cm, printed by 42 Survey Engineer Regiment (MELF No. 15383-5000/12/57). Good, slightly imperfectly folded, and creased along the edges especially. This covers part of the Sultanate of Lahej in the Aden Protectorate, with its capital in the SE corner. Dated December 1957, this was the 3rd edition to be issued in the same year (the others in Feb and June). At this time, the British feared that the Arab nationalist Sultan Ali bin Abdal Karim al Abdali would refuse to join the Federation of Emirates of South Arabia (a British brokered arrangement that would last from 1959-62), and would depose him in 1958. Features include international boundaries (demarcated or undefined), regional boundaries, the dispositions of numerous tribes, towns and villages of varying importance, roads, tracks, pases, wells, wadis (perennial or seasonal), shrines, tombs, fors, ruins, airports, airfields, landing grounds, etc. There is also an English-Arabic Glossary, Key to Pronunciation, and technical notes.

No Binding. Etat : Very Good. One map complete in 2 sheets. Very good, neatly folded with dusting to the versos and small closed fold and intersection tears. Each sheet measures 104x77cm, printed in 3 colours with brown for contours, blue for water, black for transport links, with titles and labels in English and Arabic. Surveyed at the War Office 1931 from air photos by No14(B) Squadron RAF Ground Control under the direction of Major R.L. Brown, Royal Engineers. Drawn at the War Office 1932 and printed 1933 (1400/40). Heliographed at the OS 1933. Focusing on the Jordan River and its major tributaries, it may have been drawn to show the economic and strategic importance of Trans-Jordan's water resources to Mandatory Palestine's plans for agricultural development, power generation, and related Zionist settlement. The combined area is bounded to the north by the Jordan River from its outflow at Lake Tiberias (NW) inland to Ain et Turab (NE), and to the south by the Zarqa River (Nahr ez Zerka) inland as far as Jerash. Features include roads and tracks distinguishing those fit for Mechanical Transport, actual or proposed railways, trig stations, swamps, springs, telegraph, telephone, and police posts. The upper part of the Valley shows the development of Moshavot and Kibbutzim including Deganiye (Degania Alef), Umm Juniye ("Jewish"), Umm Junieh ("Persian"), Kinnereth ("Co-op"), Menahamiya, etc. The Rutenberg Power Station labelled close to the confluence of the Yarmouk River was nearing completion in the year of the RAF survey, and it began supplying Palestine in 1932. This major project was part of a significant concession Mandatory Palestine granted to Pinhas Rutenberg via his Palestine Electric Company. It involved several new hydro-electric power projects with others at Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Tiberias, which eventually supplied all of Palestine. Close by is a Police Station, and the Jezreel Valley Railway running south from Samakh as part of the Haifa to Dera'a branch of the Hejaz Railway. Rare with Worldcat and Library Hub locating 7 copies between them (Oxford, Cambridge, BL, NERC, NLS, LoC, National Library of Australia).

LeatherBound. Etat : New. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 208. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1908 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 208.

LeatherBound. Etat : NEW. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 208. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1908 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 208.

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Interesting set of 55 original Ordnance Survey of Romania, full colour and produced by the War Office from the official Romanian 1:100,000 sheets mainly dated 1939.Most sheets c. 80 cms x 60 cms and dated either 1944 or 1943. Earliest numbered Sheet 2060 finishing at 6065. Not a complete run as far as we can tell but 55 all printed "First Edition" Modest stamp to margin of Kings College London. The 55, all in very good condition. Likely to be most sensibly shipped in the UK due to weight and size.

Hardcover. Etat : Fine. 3rd Edition. Colour map 76x65cm mounted on linen and folded into a gilt-titled burgundy cloth case 18x28cm. Fine. This is the 3rd edition 1945, reproduced by the Ordnance Survey from MDR I/12054 1944, with air information from RAF Middle East HQ dated Dec 1944. About centred on the Strait of Hormuz, this covers the Arabian side of the Arabian / Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman from Qantar to Al Qasbiyat (naming Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al Quwain, Ras al Khaimah, Fujairah and Independent Oman) and inland to Buraimi and Hafit. On the Iranian side it covers the Shibkuh Coast to Ras Tank, and inland to the north of Lar, with steamer service routes indicated from Bandar Abbas to Bushire and Muscat. Extensive geographical information is supported by Arabic-English and Iranian-English glossaries.

General Staff map of Nanking Coloured lithograph map dissected into 32 (4 by 8) sections mounted on linen. Scale 1:250,000 Nanking in 1927 was a treaty port located on the southern shores of the Yangtze River. Because the foreign interests in China were largely American and European, squadrons of foreign naval vessels were stationed along the Yangtze to protect their citizens doing business at the treaty ports. The British Royal Navy operated the China Station under Rear Admiral Sir Reginald Tyrwhitt and the United States Navy the Yangtze Patrol; both lasted for around 80 years until World War II.

Hong Kong - the ailing Qing dynasty leased to Great Britain, 1898 Colour lithographed map, dissected and mounted on linen, folding map. An early, attractive, and detailed map of Hong Kong and the New Territories first published in 1905 and re-issued with additions in 1922. From another example of this chart we have handled, it appears that the coastline from Sai Kung to Mirs Point onwards was taken from Admiralty charts; that of Deep Bay, from the mouth of the Sham Chun River to South-West Point, from a survey by the P.W.D.; thence northward and westward from Admiralty charts; that of Lan Tao and adjacent islands from a 1-inch map compiled by Tate; and the New Territories from a map compiled by W. J. Newland in 1903-04, with additions and revisions by P.W.D. in 1913 and 1922. As listed in the Reference table, the map shows Important Villages & Market Places; Villages; Churches & Mission Stations; Pagodas & Temples; Pass; Heights in Feet above Sea Level; Bridges; Limit of Navigation for Large Junks; Cart Roads; Pack Roads & Paths; Telegraphs; Tramways; Boundary of British Territory; and Railways. "The local spelling of place-names has been followed". This map has been compiled from Existing Intelligence Division maps of Hong Kong; Admiralty Charts; Map of New Territory Kowloon, compiled by Mr. Tate for Colonial Government Survey 1899 1900; Survey of Kowloon and part of New Territory (8 In. 1 Mile) carried out in 1902-1903. The boundary along the Shores of Mirs Bay and Deep Bay is the High Water Mark. It has not yet been surveyed and is only shown provisionally. Geographical Section General Staff No. 1393. Additions, Mar. 1922, War Office, Aug. 1905. Scale 1:84,480 or ¾ Inch to 1 Mile.

LeatherBound. Etat : New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1908 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 207 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 207.

LeatherBound. Etat : New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1908 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 212 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 212 Language: English.

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1908. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 212, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 212.

Fifteen lithograph maps, monochrome (brown) template with main roads overprinted in red with additional overprinting of military intelligence (depending on specific sheet) in green blue and black. Measuring 915 by 650mm and 620 by 455mm. Some sheets featuring contemporary manuscript annotations, plus wear and soiling from use in the field. [Cairo,] [Middle East Drawing and Reproduction] and 13 C.Fd. Survey Coy., R.E., May and June, Rare and important: this substantial, annotated group of maps provide a vital record of a key turning point of the War in Europe.   Classified as ?Secret? or "Not to Be Published" the maps were issued in only a very limited print run for the exclusive use of the most senior commanders of Operation Husky. These maps were evidently heavily used during the mission itself, as 6 of the works feature manuscript additions, generally in indigo pen, with most marking the locations of British troop landings and positions, being top secret real-time information that could only have been added in situ by British commanders. Moreover, the maps feature the type of wear and staining consistent with military field use.   After the success of the North African Campaign, Churchill and Roosevelt turned their attention to Europe. Sicily appeared the obvious gateway, with the added advantages of destabilising Mussolini and diverting Axis resources from the Balkans and the Eastern Front. As such, Operation Husky, the Allied invasion of Sicily, launched from bases in Malta and North Africa. Under the ultimate command of General Dwight David Eisenhower, the plan called for two massive separate but coordinated amphibious landings on Sicily. The Allied armies during Operation Husky had a combined strength of 467,000 men, while the Axis powers in Sicily could muster only 300,000 troops (250,000 Italians and 50,000 Germans).   Operation Husky was launched on July 9, 1943, with a series of attacks along the Sicilian coast. American and British corps were assigned targets to seize, notably key cities and airfields, etc., while severing Italo-German communication and transport lines.   In preparation, the 512 Field Survey Company of the Royal Engineers of the British Army, based in Cairo, published a series of interconnecting maps of southeastern Sicily. The maps were largely predicated upon high-quality aerial photography undertaken by numerous Royal Air Force and U.S. Air Force low-altitude reconnaissance missions. Most of the required intelligence was gathered through these, especially Axis defenses and infrastructure, as well as southeastern Sicily?s natural topography, and vegetation, so troops were guided reliably. While the original complete set was comprised of 29 maps, forming a complete view of South and Eastern Sicily, the maps would've been distributed to officers as partial sets on a need-to-know basis.   Using a standard but accurate brown-scale topographic template, with major roads overlayed in red, elevations are expressed as contour lines at 10 metre-intervals. The symbols note details such as different types or roads/paths and railways/cable ways, as well as electricity infrastructure, canals, factories, wells, etc. The maps have varying levels of coloured overprinting of information of ?life or death? importance. All have green overprinting, including of their ?SECRET? classification, and descriptive terms (Jagged Hill Country, Walls / Rocky, etc.) and the locations of ravines, manmade obstacles (ex. canals, walls) and rough terrain that might affect the movement of tanks and armoured vehicles. Also noted, in green, is the vegetation/agrarian land use ("Cultivation and Orchards", "Scattered Trees").   Furthermore, the maps feature overprinting in blue, as marked, in the upper margin, as "Defenses Overprint dated 17.6.43," conveying vital recent intelligence on the locations of Axis military infrastructure: pill boxes, anti-personal and anti-tank barricades, artillery positions, camouflaged facilities, oil tank.