Feature Points ? HISTORIC PRINTS: You'll love this high quality print of 2004 Iraq Railroad Map Poster. Our museum quality prints are archival grade, which means it will look great and last without fading for over 100 years. Our print to order maps are made in the USA and each map is inspected for quality. Maps are great for education in the classroom. Maps also make for beautiful wall art in the home, study or office. A great gift for travelers or map enthusiasts. ? MUSEUM QUALITY: This high quality map print will be a great addition to your wall art or classroom. Don't waste money on cheap-looking, thin paper posters. We use thick, fine art print quality matte paper. Our professional's choice matte paper displays artwork in high detail without glare. The color is vibrant and text is easy to read. Our maps can be pinned on the wall or framed for a stunning look. ? ACCURATE MAP: Our map prints are utilized by academics, business people, and others looking for accurate, detailed maps. See our product description section for more fascinating information about this map and its significance. ? READY TO FRAME: This print includes a 0.2 inch border for a perfect frame fit and look. Our maps are designed to fit easy-to-find standard frame sizes, saving you money from having to pay for a custom frame. Each map is inspected for quality and shipped in a rigid tube. ? HISTORIX: We love history and art. Sometimes old maps have tears, folds, separations and other blemishes. We digitally restore and enhance maps while keeping its historical character. All our maps are proudly made in the USA. Customers all over the world love our historic maps and we know you will too. Additional Information With a history dating back to the sixth millennium BC, Iraq is often referred to as the Cradle of Civilization, having given rise to numerous groundbreaking inventions. Among its contributions are writing systems, timekeeping, mathematical principles, legal codes, sailing and navigation, astrology, and the wheel-all of which have shaped civilizations worldwide. The country's capital and largest city, Baghdad, sits on the banks of the Tigris River and was a center of intellectual and cultural thought during the Islamic Golden Age. However, in 1258, the city suffered devastating destruction during the Mongol invasions, leading to a period of decline exacerbated by plagues and regime changes. By the time this Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) map was produced, Iraq had undergone another significant transformation in the 20th century. Just a year prior, in 2003, Iraq was invaded by a U.S.-led coalition, resulting in the overthrow of Saddam Hussein, who had held power since 1969. This event triggered sectarian violence, which persisted until 2011. In the years following the Iraq War, the country has re-emerged as a key regional power, bolstered by its vast oil reserves, which continue to spur its economy. CIA maps play a critical role in geopolitical planning, and this map specifically details Iraq's rail systems, which were instrumental for political and military strategy development.