Description: Vintage 1958 Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia MapDiscover the complex geopolitical landscape of East Asia and Southeast Asia with this unique double-sided map from the 1958 Rand McNally World Cosmopolitan Atlas. One side focuses on Japan and Korea, centered on the Sea of Japan, while the other side showcases Southeast Asia, where the looming conflict in Vietnam was already casting a shadow over the region.Historic Context:Japan & Korea in 1958Japan: Still recovering from World War II, Japan was under Allied occupation until 1952, with the US maintaining a significant military presence.Korea: The Korean War (1950-1953) had recently ended, leaving the peninsula divided along the 38th parallel.Southeast Asia in 1958Escalating Tensions in Vietnam: The Geneva Accords (1954) had temporarily divided Vietnam, but the communist North and anti-communist South were already on a collision course.Regional Instability: Laos and Cambodia, neighboring Vietnam, were also facing communist insurgencies. Malaysia and Singapore were navigating the challenges of post-colonial independence.Map Highlights:Side 1: Japan & KoreaCentered on the Sea of JapanIntricate details of the region's geography and bordersSide 2: Southeast AsiaVibrant depictions of Vietnam, Thailand, and moreClearly defined borders and coastlinesDetails:Size: 11x14 inches (each side)Condition: Good, with minor wear along edges from binding; small tear on bottom border (does not affect map itself)Source: 1958 Rand McNally World Cosmopolitan AtlasA Vintage Collector's Find:Perfect for historians, researchers, and map enthusiastsA unique perspective on the region's complex pastA valuable addition to any collection
Price: 5 USD
Location: San Antonio, Texas
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Year: 1958
