The first geological map of Europe (1881)

The historical map, to scale 1:1.1500.000 was printed in Berlin with a print run of 100 copies and comprises 49 sheets;
Together with the map, we are delighted to present you an integral copy of the Volume containing the articles of the second congress.
This is a foundamental work for modern geology as, though today it may be regarded with mild curiosity, in its day it represented an important study and research tool;
As early as the end of 19th century, the architects of modern geology drafted a geological map that trascended political and religious boundaries, thus anticipating the spirit of co-operation that binds the european union today.
The CD was distributed at the 33 IGC international geological congress of Oslo (august 2008) by the three regions of Emilia-Romagna, Bayern and Catalunya;

Authors

Produced and edited by Geological, seismic and soil survey of Emilia-Romagna;
design:Eliofototecnica Barbieri

Year of pubblication

2008

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