History: Modern World: Country, GIS & Map Information

Country Information

Cities of the World
Publication Date: 2002
E-book version. "A compilation of current information on cultural, geographic, and political conditions in 193 countries and their cities covering six continents, based on the Department of State's Post Reports. Maps and photos of many cities included."

Columbia Gazetteer of the World
An encyclopedia of over 170,000 geographical places in the world and their features; including names, descriptions, and characteristics.
Access is restricted to current students, faculty, and staff of the University of Saskatchewan, and walk-in users, for educational, research, and non-commercial personal use. Systematic copying or downloading of electronic resource content is not permitted by Canadian and international copyright law.
CountryWatch
Provides country-specific intelligence and data in the areas of demography, politics, economics, business, culture, and environment. This subscription comprises access to CountryReviews, CountryWire, CountryWatch Data, CountryWatch Map Gallery, the Political Intelligence Wire, and the Global Guide.
Access is restricted to current students, faculty, and staff of the University of Saskatchewan, and walk-in users, for educational, research, and non-commercial personal use. Systematic copying or downloading of electronic resource content is not permitted by Canadian and international copyright law.
Europa World Plus
Reference work offers country and regional economic and political information.
Access is restricted to current students, faculty, and staff of the University of Saskatchewan, and walk-in users, for educational, research, and non-commercial personal use. Systematic copying or downloading of electronic resource content is not permitted by Canadian and international copyright law.

GIS Information

GIS and History Research Guide

Maps at the University Library

Maps at the University Library Research Guide

University Archives & Special Collections: Postcard Collections

Example of city/country historical information within University Archives & Special Collections: Myogo Prefect, Japan--from the Hans Gruen Postcard Collection.