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Baghdad and Basra Vilayet Map 1332 Rumi (1916), from Coğrafya-i Osmani by Safvet Geylangil
Description:
This is an Ottoman Turkish map of the Baghdad and Basra Vilayets, published in 1332 Rumi (1916), taken from Safvet Geylangil’s Coğrafya-i Osmani. The map was part of a comprehensive geographical work intended to educate Ottoman readers about the provinces and administrative divisions of the empire.
Featuring clear delineation of territorial boundaries and key cities, this map offers a valuable perspective on Ottoman cartography and regional understanding during the late imperial period, just prior to the end of World War I. It serves both as a historical document and as an educational tool illustrating the Ottoman approach to geography.
Key Features:
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Title: Baghdad and Basra Vilayet Map
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Source: Coğrafya-i Osmani
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Author: Safvet Geylangil
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Publication Year: 1332 Rumi (1916)
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Language: Ottoman Turkish
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Dimensions: 22 × 15.4 cm
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Historical Context: Ottoman understanding of the Baghdad and Basra provinces during World War I era
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Educational Significance: Part of a textbook intended for geography instruction in the late Ottoman Empire