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There are a great number of map websites online these days. We have selected several map sites from reliable and authoritative sources that offer different kinds of services and types of maps. While they are not specifically about Alaska, by searching these sites you can get a lot of maps for Alaska.
 

National Geographic Map Machine

http://plasma.nationalgeographic.com/mapmachine/

Using the Map Machine you can, “find nearly any place on Earth, and view it by population, climate, and much more. Plus, browse antique maps, find country facts, or plan your next outdoor adventure with our trail maps.”
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The Library of Congress American Memory Project

http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/index.html

“American Memory provides free and open access through the Internet to written and spoken words, sound recordings, still and moving images, prints, maps, and sheet music that document the American experience.” The majority of the maps in this site are historical maps.
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National Atlas

http://nationalatlas.gov

This website presents accurate and reliable maps from more than 20 Federal organizations. Using nationalatlas.gov you can create and print your own map by mixing and matching different map layers available in this site. It also includes interactive maps, pre-formatted printable maps, and articles about different topics.
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Geography Network

http://www.geographynetwork.com

“The Geography Network is a global network of geographic information users and providers. It provides the infrastructure needed to support the sharing of geographic information among data providers, service providers, and users around the world. Through the Geography Network, you can access many types of geographic content including dynamic maps, downloadable data, and more advanced Web services.”
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Last Updated: May 11, 2005