How They Looked Once

This is an example I found of how I used to create these maps, this from Feb. 21, 2004 ... a mere six years ago.  This was after I had given up on hex maps, and before I returned to hex maps based on elevation, rather than the political relevance.

Not much to say about this.  I still find the map compelling, but not as informative and not as beautiful as the present incarnation.