Map of New York City and Environs, 1742-1744 (1854 Edition)

Hand-colored map of New York City and its environs, depicting the city as it appeared in 1742-1744. Originally drawn by an unknown individual in 1744, and re-engraved by George Hayward in 1854 for an edition of D.T. Valentine's Manual. This map features a key identifying governmental, religious, and public buildings, as well as natural features such as rivers, farms, and wells. Ships sailing in the North and East Rivers are also depicted. Illustrations of religious houses (including Shearith Israel) and Fort George are included.

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Arc.MS.56, Oversize Box 4, Folder 6