This is the first separate map of Michigan Territory. There is no development and little detail with the exception of a few forts and towns along the coast of Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair, and a new settlementon the Saganaw River. Detroit is among the towns named. Ft. Brown and Camp Smith are also located south of Green Bay, which was at this time a part of Michigan Territory. The Indian Line separates the territory roughly in half, with four counties named, but undesignated, in the southern section. There are notes locating portages and Fertile Land. There is a road shown connecting Ft Wayne, Indiana with Mt. Clemens. Chicago is located on the coast of Lake Michigan. Two panels of English text flank the map providing fascinating details of the new territory and noting the total population at 8,896. The full sheet with the text measures 20.6 x 16.6".

This map was previously part of the Credit Suisse Americana Collection.

References: Phillips (Maps) p. 424; Karpinski #91 & p. 228.

Condition: A

Contemporary color with some faint toning.