In this short and compelling series, you'll learn just how important the art of mapmaking was when it came to shaping the history of humanity. Cartographers and historians will show you the most fundamental elements of the era of exploration, and how they have evolved over the centuries. Finally, you'll see how much more maps do for us today than just simply define our political boundaries.

This series explores the underestimated art and skill of map making. From charting the first map to include America, to the French cartographers, employed by Henry VIII to help invade France. The series culminates by demonstrating the variety of skills used and dangers faced to create the different maps needed for D-Day.