An Historic Map of New York -- N. Am - US Cities In the distance

In the distance

An astounding map

The surrounding vignettes touch on the flora and fauna of the areas as well as some of the indigenous cultures (shows an Aztec pyramid)

hydrography and even the major roads

but certainly the most notable is the depiction of North America that shows California as an island

An Historic Map of New York -- N. Am - US Cities In the distanceAn Historic Map of New York A visual history lesson for the great state of New York, with many historic occurrences noted across the land, and very basic information. An inset shows the "Southern Part of New York", from West Point to the tip of Long Islands. Surrounding the entire map are historic vignettes from the "Purchase of Manhattan 1623" to the "Tomb of Gen. Grant 'Let us have Peace'". Bright printed color Condition is very good. Image size is