A Cartographic Analysis of Soviet Military City Plans

The book explores over 2,000 large-scale city plans secretly created by the Soviet Military Topographic Directorate from WWII until 1991, highlighting their historical significance and detailed content. It employs a poststructuralist perspective to analyze Soviet map symbology at specific scales and compares it with OpenStreetMap, suggesting these maps can enhance modern mapping initiatives, including humanitarian efforts. The enduring relevance of Soviet military maps is emphasized, showcasing their potential to address contemporary challenges in cartography.