Heimat Sudetenland

This pictorial map of the Sudetenland, a region in Central Europe that was historically home to a significant German-speaking population highlights towns, castles, and churches, illustrated in a traditional style, and emphasizes cultural landmarks and architectural heritage. Surrounding the map are coats of arms representing various cities within the Sudetenland, indicating the area's historical ties to these regions.

The Sudetenland gained historical prominence during the interwar period and the early years of World War II. It was part of Czechoslovakia following the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire after World War I. However, due to its predominantly ethnic German population, it became a point of contention. In 1938, the region was annexed by Nazi Germany following the Munich Agreement, a diplomatic decision largely driven by British and French appeasement policies toward Adolf Hitler. After World War II, the Sudeten Germans were expelled as part of the post-war territorial adjustments and ethnic cleansing policies, leading to a significant demographic and cultural shift in the region.

The artistic and nostalgic representation on the map suggests it was created as a remembrance by Sudeten German communities after their displacement, celebrating the cultural and architectural landmarks of their lost homeland. The detailed depictions of towns and landmarks reflect a strong attachment to the region's identity and history.