Topographic maps and their strategic importance to the Arab world

Abstract

Geography is no longer a descriptive method only, but a theoretical applied science, and maps are considered one of the
The applied scientific aspect of geography, and helps to make any geographic study successful.
The map is a necessary tool for the science of geography because it helps the geographer to explain the relationship between

human beings and the environment.
The research aims to prove that the topographic maps are of strategic importance.
of the Arab nation as information that helps in building its economic foundations and strength, and in decision-making.

political.
As for the importance of the research and the need for it, it comes from being related to those who are interested in maps.
Topography in the nature of its work, including the military and civil institutions that deal with construction

construction, roads and bridges.
The research adopted the inductive approach, which relies on the research to access the information and then

describe and analyze them. 1 Topographic maps - their concept - their historical development We will explain in this paragraph the concept of Arab topographic maps and their historical development.