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In reply to the discussion: Where is Damascus? Can You Find It On A Map With No Lines Drawn On It? [View all]MineralMan
(146,189 posts)28. Sure. I type Damascus into Google Maps.
Pops right up.
I could point out its location on an empty map, but I'd be off a bit, I'm sure, as most people would. It doesn't matter. I can get a map, or a satellite view, and zoom in to see individual buildings there.
It is important for people to know generally where Syria is in the Middle East. It is less important for them to be able to put their finger exactly on a map. It's much more useful to call up a map and see it and its relationship to other places on a professionally created map.
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Where is Damascus? Can You Find It On A Map With No Lines Drawn On It? [View all]
KittyWampus
Sep 2013
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So? What's your problem? BTW, if you want relevant information regarding Syria, check my Journal
KittyWampus
Sep 2013
#21
Wow, you've been on DU for a whole 2 years and you've seen my "maps". And of course you don't
KittyWampus
Sep 2013
#24