Abstract
ABSTRACT Victimhood is one of the most powerful forces in modern politics. This article examines how it has been expressed cartographically across the past two centuries, highlighting the development of new techniques and strategies that have made victim maps increasingly powerful discursive weapons. The first part of the article looks at attempts to represent victimhood before World War I, noting some of the limitations of these early efforts. The second part shows how simplification, the increasing use of new symbols, and other cartographic sleights of hand made maps more effective at conveying victimhood by the middle of the twentieth century. The final section looks at victim maps used in debates over the conflict in Ukraine (going back to 2014) to show their persistent strength and important role in shaping contemporary global politics.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
