The Ordnance Survey Map Aldershot from the 1940s is a new popular edition one-inch map published by Ordnance Survey. This paper-based folding map features detailed information on the Aldershot region in the United Kingdom, making it a valuable historical resource for researchers, historians, and enthusiasts. The map is in English and is part of the Ordnance Survey series, showcasing the accuracy and craftsmanship of British cartography from the mid-20th century.
First published 1940 with full revision of 1930 and roads revised to 1947 with later corrections. Cloth edition, originally sold at five shillings. Covers Aldershot and surrounding areas including Farnborough, Fleet, Farnham, Guildford, Woking, Sandhurst, Ascot, Alton and Haslemere. A desirable military and local history map from the post-war period, ideal for collectors, historians, walkers and cartography enthusiasts. Vintage used condition. Cover shows age related wear, creasing and edge wear. Map appears complete and remains in good readable condition. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description. Cloth backing has a small pencil ownership annotation and light age related wear.
Picture size: ~. Edited by E. O. Tancock. Faint stains are visible. Holes are visible from previous hanging on the wall. See photos. Year of manufacture (The pen is not included.). Publication Year.
Has the bottom hanging rod only, the top one is missing. Yellowing all over, presumably spent many years hanging on a wall being used and enjoyed. Apologies for the slight reflection from my light.
