A map is more than just a geographical depiction of a country. It is an emblem of the political, religious and cultural visions of a society. “The Mapmakers" tells the stories behind the maps and shows the most important cartographical developments. Through re-enactments, scenic landscape shots, interviews with experts and images of modern cartography, this documentary series is an engrossing and highly informative look at how we see the world.
Episodes
1. The Waldseemüller Map
2. The Mercartor Atlas 1572
3. D-Day Invasion Maps