Mapping China from the air

Old aerial surveys, wartime mapping, and the strange politics of seeing China from above. I follow how maps, reconnaissance photos, and imperial ambitions shaped what people thought China looked like and what they wanted it to be. A wander through historical cartography, aviation history, and the view from the sky.

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Rolly's Take

For the curious soul who finds beauty in the overlooked layers of history. Delving into the skies, they unravel how perspectives shape narratives, revealing the intricate dance between power and perception.