Uncover the truth behind a historic boundary dispute between Costa Rica and Panama, told through maps, reports, and mounting evidence.
This analysis examines how commissions and geologists viewed the Sixaola valley, the so‑called North Divide, and the role of topography in arbitration. It highlights how maps, photographs, and field observations shape conclusions, and what happens when data, hypotheses, and interpretations clash.
- Clear, nontechnical look at how disputed lines were drawn and contested.
- Assessment of maps, plans, and photographs used in the case.
- Discussion of how meteorological and geological data influence legal conclusions.
- Insight into the tension between different parties’ data and interpretations.
Ideal for readers interested in arbitration history, geography, and how evidence is weighed in international disputes.