18. Maps and the 20th Century at the British Library
The Maps and the 20th Century exhibit at the British Library is quick to get to central theme of the exhibition: in order to understand a map, you must understand how and why it was made. Maps are not neutral.
In a museum context, however, it can be tempting to present a map as the source of truth.
Topics Discussed:
00:00: Intro
00:14: Maps in Museums
01:08: Limiting the Gallery to the 20th Century
01:45: “Global North”
02:15: Propaganda Maps and Globes
02:40: German Map of European immigrants living in the US
Links:
Maps and the 20th Century: Drawing the Line
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