This attractive and historical map of Quebec presents the city as it would have appeared when the French surrendered at the end of the French and Indian War. It is based on earlier plans by Bellin, first published in 1744, that continued to be the definitive view for many years. The list at right names and keys 24 buildings, batteries, forts; it locates Fort S. Louis, the Hotel Dieu, St. Roch. The map locates Ancient retrenchment, the high village, and more. This terrific plan is oriented with north to the right as indicated by a decorative compass rose and fleur-de-lys.

References: Kershaw #1054.

Condition: A+

Folded as issued. Original margins and watermark. Binding trim at lower left with paper laid in.