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A map recording five Dutch expeditions through the Karo Lands of northern Sumatra. The mountainous terrain is represented by contour lines, with peaks’ heights marked. The names of groups of the indigenous Karo people are shown in large letters.

The Dutch East Indies are bordered in red on this mid-19th century map. A maritime postal route from China to Europe, via Singapore and Penang, is shown. Another maritime route, from Batavia to Singapore, is also marked.

This simple map of the Dutch East Indies shows the locations of Christian missions in the region in the early 19th century.

This simple map of the Dutch East Indies shows the locations of Christian missions in the region in the early 19th century.