National Atlas
A very cool atlas of North America that allows the user to add all types of
layers to the map being viewed, as well as including maps to download, print
and interact with. The map maker has many possible layers, with a variety
of information available within each layer.
Historical
Atlas of the 20th Century
Wonderful
set of 20th century maps.
Many of them are interactive.
Excellent maps indicating change overtime regarding political
systems, lifestyle indicators, population, religion, war, etc.
Also an interesting set of timelines show leaders, firsts, etc.
around the world during the 20th century.
Teacher's
note: Though this resource has great maps and information - teachers
should be aware that the author of the site does have some bias in his
various writings and evaluations and does ask for money to support his
site.- Use this information with discretion.
The
Historical Atlas of Europe: The Development of Europe’s Modern
States 1648 – 2001
Good political maps showing the changes in
Europe control over time. Short
encyclopedia like information is included with each set of dates
regarding the major events shaping Europe at that time.
Some information on some of the major figures shaping European
history as well.
University
of Texas – Library
This
site offers world maps and maps of places of current interests. This
site acts as a historical collection as well as a current collection.
For example, they archive multiple editions of maps published by the
U.S. Central Intelligence Agency. These older editions are of interest
to researchers, and are not available anywhere else online.
National Geographic
- Xpeditions
This site
offers black and white maps for printing.
Gilder
Lehrman US historic maps
This site is excellent for U.S. History.
It has a search engine, interactive history, reference room
(articles, court cases, documents, films, maps, music, speeches,
timelines, websites, etc.), and resources by periods (exploration to
the present) and topics (education, family, film, labor, legal,
Science & Technology, slavery, women, etc.)
Best
History Sites - maps
Best of History Web Sites is an award-winning
portal created for students, history educators, and general history
enthusiasts. Here you'll find sites, rated for usefulness and accuracy,
that will help you study or teach a wide variety of topics and periods
in history
Encarta
