Exploration, Empire & Exchange — Colonization and Trade in the New World (1977)

An elegant fusion of antique-style cartography and clear historical annotation, this National Geographic wall map charts the great sweep of exploration, trade, and colonization across the Americas. Published in December 1977, it pairs beautifully with its companion poster, “History Salvaged from the Sea,” and accompanied the features “Reach for the New World” and “Who Discovered America? A New Look at an Old Question.” A striking reference and display piece for study, teaching, or conversation.

More Than a Map – The Making of the New World

Follow early sea routes, colonial footholds, and commercial networks that reshaped the Atlantic world. Ideal for educators, historians, genealogists, designers, and collectors, it frames complex histories—exploration, encounter, and exchange—in one readable, period-styled sheet that rewards both room-distance viewing and close inspection.

Premium Materials & Finishes

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Matte surface minimizes glare and preserves fine linework—perfect for framing under glass.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate (true thermal bonding).
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean—great for classrooms and high-traffic spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord for a ready-to-hang finish. (Please allow up to 10 working days with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and durability.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks keep tones deep and labels crisp for decades.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to highlight the grain; top cord for effortless hanging. (Please allow up to 10 working days with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Context at a Glance: Exploration, empire, and exchange presented on a single, legible sheet.
✔ Scholarly & Decorative: Period styling with National Geographic clarity—ideal for display and study.
✔ Collectible Pairing: Designed to complement “History Salvaged from the Sea.”
✔ Archival Craft: Premium stocks and inks protect contrast, colour, and linework for years to come.

Our Commitment

Printed locally in Australia, colour-checked, hand-inspected, and carefully packed. From press to wall, we prioritise fidelity, durability, and beauty—so your map informs, inspires, and endures.

Revisit the Age of Discovery. Order Colonization and Trade in the New World (1977) today—a faithful, display-ready classic that turns a room into a conversation.