This map is a propaganda map. This type of map is not the one used for navigation or for the dissemination of information but instead, this type of map’s purpose is to give very bias information regarding an issue. It could be true or extremely exaggerated to the point that it is not believable. One of its purposes is to somehow manipulate the thinking of the people or to convince them to the mapmaker’s belief. Map elements are not that important and are not given emphasis since it is not needed in the fulfilment of the objectives of the mapmaker.
This one shows a map of an area in Afghanistan, particularly the Tora Bora Mountains. I think this is used by the United States to inform the people that they are in control on their “War on Terrorism”. This map has the basic map elements like inset, legend and north arrow although not that needed, because the only purpose of this map is to show the United States Army’s dominance over the forces of Osama Bin Laden. I also think that one of this map’s purpose is the display of power of the United States since the models of the planes are also indicated. Even the Title of the map also has the message that this map is trying to say.
Therefore, in terms of serving its purpose, this map has really done its job because its message is easily understood and does not require further analysis.
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