Published in March 1954, this colorful map of the West Indies contains thirty inset maps providing spectacular detail of the many islands in the Caribbean. Two articles, "Jamaica - Hub of the Caribbean" and "Night Life in the Gulf Stream," appeared in the same issue, highlighting this fascinating and culturally rich tropical region.
The 1954 West Indies map features:• Thirty inset maps of islands, the Panama Canal zone, and the Florida Keys
• Capitals, cities, and towns
• Pan American highway, roads, principal railroads, canals, and principal airports
• Mountain relief, rivers, swampy regions, and reefs
• Ocean bathymetry, currents, and prevailing winds
• Ruins
• Oil fields and pipelines
Coverage Area: West Indies, Florida Keys, Costa Rica, Panama, northern Columbia, northern Venezuela
| Geography | West Indies |
|---|---|
| Geotype | Region |
| Map Type | Historical Maps |
| Publisher | NG Classic |
| Usage Type | Classroom Maps |