Archive - Mapping History

Whatever Floats Your Dock

On a map of Valletta, a floating dock, and the difference between a map, a plan, and a chart.

Aug 24

Where the Four Map Sheets Meet

On Slim’s note about maps, the Naga Hills, and mapping that still proves elusive.

Aug 6

July 2026

Chapin: The Map Chap

Meet Robert M. Chapin Jr, who spent WW2 helping the world see a bigger picture — and then discover the bigger picture for this Substack, too.

Jul 27

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