This fascinating persuasive map is presented on a somewhat distorted perspective with the St. Lawrence River flowing across the center of the map. It depicts numerous railroads and canals and visually suggests the river's convenient access to points west and south. Across the top is a profile linking Quebec City to Fond du Lac, Wisconsin via the Great Lakes. The map was presented at the Paris Exhibition to show the potential for Canadian ports to serve as gateways to the proposed transcontinental railroads. Lithographed by G. Matthews and published in Montreal.

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Condition: B+

Issued folding with minor toning along the fold lines and faint offsetting.