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Map of European languages
and linguistic families
by James Mayfield (Chairman, European Heritage Library)
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the Author Bibliography/Sources
Below is a map the EHL has
published charting the major linguistic heritage of the European
continent. As with ethnic heritage and religion, language
heritage is a cultural keystone that defines the identity
and history of the nations of Europe. As in studying our other
ethno-cartographic maps, studying the below map will gain
a better understanding of European cultural heritage and the
impact they have upon the world. If you have any questions
about why certain countries and peoples practice a certain
language, feel free to notify us.
Mapping Information &
Extra Notes:
Note that naturally, the
colouring on this map refers to the national language heritage
of that region or country. Minority languages or dialects
are not discerned, though they are noted as regional dialects,
such as Sorbian in Poland.
Click the below map
for the full-size version! Click on the map to zoom.
If an error has been made,
please notify the EHL Staff.
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ABOUT
THE AUTHOR:
James Mayfield is a historian
and the Chairman of the European Heritage Library. I have
a Cum Laude BA in History with a Minor in Germanic Studies
(language and history), am presently working for my Masters
in History, and plan to immediately progress to my PhD Doctorate.
I have a special academic interest in Europe's diverse ethnic
identities, languages, and cultures, and the political struggles
of native European and immigrant minority identities. See
my staff entry for more information.
BIBLIOGRAPHY/SOURCES
USED:
The image used as the basis
of this map is not protected by copyright.
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