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Zoogeographical map of the Soviet Union, 1928.

This early Soviet masterpiece depicts 236 species categorized by region, from Arctic seals to Far East tigers. It served as a vital "Visual Education" tool, framing nature as a state resource by highlighting the fur trade and agricultural utility. The map also reflects historical geopolitics, showing USSR-claimed borders during a period of massive social restructuring.

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