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We recently acquired a nice group of 18th century United States maps. Among these was the first printed map of Maine, then a District, some 25 years prior to achieving statehood in 1820.

Most early maps of American interest have been documented and catalogued in different reference books. These include the monumental and thorough two volumes by Philip Burden- The Mapping of North America- spanning the years 1511-1700. But all maps of individual states are produced after this date, so different cartobibliographic sources are needed. 

In this short video we discuss using Wheat & Brun’s foundational work, The Maps and Charts Published in America Before 1800, as well as Ed Thompson’s Printed Maps of the District and State of Maine.

Written by Brian DiMambro and published by the Antique Maps, Rare Books & Prints ~ October 12, 2017.

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