Deltas, Straits & Archipelagos — Southeast Asia Wall Map (1968)

An exceptionally detailed portrait of a region in the midst of upheaval. Published by National Geographic in December 1968—as a companion to “The Mekong, River of Terror and Hope”—this classic sheet surveys Southeast Asia at the height of the Vietnam War. Clean, legible cartography, dense place-naming, and meticulous coastal and river detail reward both room-distance viewing and close study—made to admire, reference, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s the maritime crossroads of Asia during a defining late-1960s moment. Read period political boundaries, trace the Mekong system, follow archipelagos and straits, and situate cities and capitals across a vast theater. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, travellers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with the 1955 Southeast Asia map for before/after context.

Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord—ready to display. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Era-True Snapshot: Southeast Asia as charted in 1968, amid the Vietnam War.
✔ Mekong Detail: River, delta, and basin context shown with crisp precision.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ Collection-Ready: Complements the 1955 Southeast Asia map for time-lapse insight.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Chart the late-1960s crossroads. Order the Southeast Asia (1968) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.