Subject: New York
Period: 1805-09 (published)
Publication: Hetleven van George Washington…
Color: Hand Color
Size:
9.8 x 15.8 inches
24.9 x 40.1 cm
Dutch version of this terrific Revolutionary War plan centered on Manhattan. It extends to the narrows, shows part of Staten and Long Islands, north to Ft. Washington and to above Ft. Independence (two are named). Troop positions are located and, specifically, the positions of the ships Roebuck, Phoenix, Rose, Greyhound, Thunder, Carcass, and Bombs. There is good detail throughout with numerous forts, roads, villages and towns identified.
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Condition: A+
Nice impression printed on heavy paper with attractive later color. Issued folding, now pressed.