![MAP: Denver (Colorado) (T-4) Sectional Aeronautical Chart. "Restricted" [Unbound] U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey and Colored Map](https://vintagebookshoppe.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/MAP-Denver-Colorado-T-4-Sectional-Aeronautical-Chart-Restricted-B00BWX0H66.jpg)
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Map has some wear. Pages are clean and is all in one piece.
This rare sectional aeronautical chart of Denver, Colorado, and its environs, published during World War II, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of aviation and cartography. Issued by the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, this “restricted” map was likely used by military pilots and navigators during the war effort. The vibrant colors and meticulous detail suggest it was carefully crafted to aid in aerial navigation, with topographical features, landmarks, and flight paths meticulously rendered. As a survival from a pivotal era in American history, this map represents not only the technological advancements in aviation but also the nation’s mobilization and strategic planning during wartime. For collectors of vintage maps, aeronautical charts, or World War II memorabilia, this artifact holds immense historical and cultural significance, offering a tangible connection to the past and a window into the challenges and innovations of that era.
