The Elusive Delta of the Niger River
Posted by: Amelia Raines
It took centuries for European maps to accurately portray the route of Africa's third-longest river. Does its delta lie in Egypt, Senegal, or Nigeria - or could there even be two?
Posted in: 15th century cartography, 16th century cartography, 18th century cartography, 20th century cartography, African History, European History, Exploration, Hydrology, Physical Geography
