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Stock# 110944
Description
This map is a detailed representation of Prussia during the mid-19th century, showing the political and geographic divisions of the time. It showcases the vast expanse of the Kingdom of Prussia, which stretched across modern-day Germany, Poland, and parts of the Baltic region, underscoring its significance as one of Europe’s dominant powers during this period.
The main map is complemented by three inset maps, each providing additional geographic and regional details:
- The Lower Course and Estuary of the River Oder with the Island of Rügen. This inset focuses on the northeastern region of Prussia, where the River Oder flows into the Baltic Sea. It includes the important island of Rügen and key coastal towns and estuaries along the Pomeranian coast. The area was of strategic significance for trade and naval operations, as well as an agricultural heartland with connections to the Baltic maritime economy.
- Principality of Neuchâtel. This inset highlights the Principality of Neuchâtel, a unique territory in Switzerland that was under Prussian rule at the time. It provides a detailed view of Neuchâtel’s borders, towns, and mountainous terrain. The inclusion of this inset underscores Prussia's far-reaching influence beyond its contiguous territories, reflecting its political ties to Western Europe.
- The Prussian Valley Station on the Niemen River. This inset zooms in on a strategic area along the Niemen River (Nemunas), which flows through modern-day Lithuania and Belarus. The Niemen was historically significant as a trade route and a contested borderland between Prussia and its eastern neighbors, particularly Russia. This detail reflects the geopolitical importance of the region as a buffer zone and an area of military interest.
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