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Why do maps always show the north as up?
Why do maps always show the north as up?
There is no good reason for the north to claim top-notch cartographic real estate over any other bearing. It is simply a convention that Europeans adopted and became widely accepted.
What is McArthur's Universal Corrective Map of the World?
What is McArthur's Universal Corrective Map of the World?
McArthur's Universal Corrective Map of the World is an iconic 'upside down' view of the world that challenges the casual acceptance of European perspectives as global norms.
When was McArthur's Universal Corrective Map of the World launched?
When was McArthur's Universal Corrective Map of the World launched?
It was launched on January 26, 1979 (Australia Day).
What is the current title of the McArthur's Universal Corrective Map of the World?
What is the current title of the McArthur's Universal Corrective Map of the World?
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Why wasn't the upside-down map called 'Botswana: Back Where It Belongs' or 'Paraguay Paramount'?
Why wasn't the upside-down map called 'Botswana: Back Where It Belongs' or 'Paraguay Paramount'?
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