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  1. Title: The South Eastern Portion of Australia compiled from the Colonial Surveys, and from details furnished by Exploratory Expeditions, By J. Arrowsmith. (with) inset outline map of Australia. (Map) 35. London, Pubd. 2d. June 1842, by J. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of Australia created in 1842. List is included detailing the "Routes of Travellers into the interior" from 1817 to 1840. The counties are shown in different colors and numbered. A key is provided. The historic map layers in the Google Earth Rumsey Map Collection have been selected by David Rumsey from his large collection of historical maps, as well as some from other collections with which he collaborates. All the maps contain rich information about the past and represent a sampling of time periods, scales, and cartographic art, resulting in visual history stories that only old maps can tell. Each map has been georeferenced by Rumsey, thus creating unique digital map images that allow the old maps to appear in their correct places on the modern globe. Some of the maps fit perfectly in their modern spaces, while othersgenerally earlier period mapsreveal interesting geographical misconceptions of their time. Cultural features on the maps can be compared to the modern satellite views using the slider bars to adjust transparency. The result is an exploration of time as well as space, a marriage of historic cartographic masterpieces with innovative contemporary software tools.

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  2. Title: North Western Africa, By J. Arrowsmith. (Map) 23. London, Pubd. 15 Feby. 1842 by J. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of Northwest Africa originally created by J. Arrowsmith in 1842. The original map appears in 'The London Atlas of Universal Geography, Exhibiting the Physical & Political Divisions of the Various Countries of the World, Constructed from Original Materials. Is most respectfully dedicated to his venerable Friend John Middleton Esqr. As a testimony of Gratitude and Esteem, By his much Obliged & Humble Servant, John Arrowsmith, F.R.G.S & R.A.S. 40 Soho Square, London. London, Pubd. by J. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square 1842.' The historic map layers in the Google Earth Rumsey Map Collection have been selected by David Rumsey from his large collection of historical maps, as well as some from other collections with which he collaborates. All the maps contain rich information about the past and represent a sampling of time periods, scales, and cartographic art, resulting in visual history stories that only old maps can tell. Each map has been georeferenced by Rumsey, thus creating unique digital map images that allow the old maps to appear in their correct places on the modern globe. Some of the maps fit perfectly in their modern spaces, while othersgenerally earlier period mapsreveal interesting geographical misconceptions of their time. Cultural features on the maps can be compared to the modern satellite views using the slider bars to adjust transparency. The result is an exploration of time as well as space, a marriage of historic cartographic masterpieces with innovative contemporary software tools.

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  3. Title: The Colony of Western Australia; from the Surveys of John Septimus Roe Esqr Surveyor Genl. And from other Official Documents in the Colonial Office and Admiralty Compiled by J. Arrowsmith. (with) inset maps of Fremantle, Perth, Augusta, Kelmscott and the Helena River. (Map) 36. London, Pubd. Jany. 2nd. 1843, by J. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square. (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of Western Australia created in 1843. The historic map layers in the Google Earth Rumsey Map Collection have been selected by David Rumsey from his large collection of historical maps, as well as some from other collections with which he collaborates. All the maps contain rich information about the past and represent a sampling of time periods, scales, and cartographic art, resulting in visual history stories that only old maps can tell. Each map has been georeferenced by Rumsey, thus creating unique digital map images that allow the old maps to appear in their correct places on the modern globe. Some of the maps fit perfectly in their modern spaces, while othersgenerally earlier period mapsreveal interesting geographical misconceptions of their time. Cultural features on the maps can be compared to the modern satellite views using the slider bars to adjust transparency. The result is an exploration of time as well as space, a marriage of historic cartographic masterpieces with innovative contemporary software tools.

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  4. Title: The Maritime Portion of South Australia, from Captn. Flinders & from more recent Surveys made by the Survr. Genl. of the Colonies By John Arrowsmith. (with) inset map of the Gulf of St. Vincent. (with) The City of Adelaide, with the Acre Allotments numbered. Surveyed by Col. Light. (with) Sketch of Nepean Bay, and Kingscote Harbour, by Wm. Chesser. (with) Sketch of Encounter Bay by Col. Light & B.T. Finniss Esqr. 1838 London, Published Feby. 5th 1840, by John Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of South Australia created in 1840. The historic map layers in the Google Earth Rumsey Map Collection have been selected by David Rumsey from his large collection of historical maps, as well as some from other collections with which he collaborates. All the maps contain rich information about the past and represent a sampling of time periods, scales, and cartographic art, resulting in visual history stories that only old maps can tell. Each map has been georeferenced by Rumsey, thus creating unique digital map images that allow the old maps to appear in their correct places on the modern globe. Some of the maps fit perfectly in their modern spaces, while othersgenerally earlier period mapsreveal interesting geographical misconceptions of their time. Cultural features on the maps can be compared to the modern satellite views using the slider bars to adjust transparency. The result is an exploration of time as well as space, a marriage of historic cartographic masterpieces with innovative contemporary software tools.

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  5. Title: Brazil, By J. Arrowsmith. (Map) 49. London, Pubd. 15 Feby. 1842, by J Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of Brazil, originally published by J. Arrowsmith in 1842. The original map appears in "The London Atlas of Universal Geography, Exhibiting the Physical & Political Divisions of the Various Countries of the World, Constructed from Original Materials. Is most respectfully dedicated to his venerable Friend John Middleton Esqr. As a testimony of Gratitude and Esteem, By his much Obliged & Humble Servant, John Arrowsmith, F.R.G.S & R.A.S. 40 Soho Square, London. London, Pubd. by J. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square 1842." The historic map layers in the Google Earth Rumsey Map Collection have been selected by David Rumsey from his large collection of historical maps, as well as some from other collections with which he collaborates. All the maps contain rich information about the past and represent a sampling of time periods, scales, and cartographic art, resulting in visual history stories that only old maps can tell. Each map has been georeferenced by Rumsey, thus creating unique digital map images that allow the old maps to appear in their correct places on the modern globe. Some of the maps fit perfectly in their modern spaces, while othersgenerally earlier period mapsreveal interesting geographical misconceptions of their time. Cultural features on the maps can be compared to the modern satellite views using the slider bars to adjust transparency. The result is an exploration of time as well as space, a marriage of historic cartographic masterpieces with innovative contemporary software tools.

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  6. Title: Australia from surveys made by order of the British Government combined with those of D'entrecasteaux, Baudin, Freycinet &c.&c. By John Arrowsmith 1842. (with) inset map of the Eastern Hemisphere. London, Pubd. 1st May 1842, by John Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of Australia created in 1842. Counties of Western Australia are numbered with a key included. Extensive notes on recent discoveries are included. The original map appears in "The London Atlas of Universal Geography, Exhibiting the Physical & Political Divisions of the Various Countries of the World, Constructed from Original Materials. Is most respectfully dedicated to his venerable Friend John Middleton Esqr. As a testimony of Gratitude and Esteem, By his much Obliged & Humble Servant, John Arrowsmith, F.R.G.S & R.A.S. 40 Soho Square, London. London, Pubd. by J. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square 1842." The historic map layers in the Google Earth Rumsey Map Collection have been selected by David Rumsey from his large collection of historical maps, as well as some from other collections with which he collaborates. All the maps contain rich information about the past and represent a sampling of time periods, scales, and cartographic art, resulting in visual history stories that only old maps can tell. Each map has been georeferenced by Rumsey, thus creating unique digital map images that allow the old maps to appear in their correct places on the modern globe. Some of the maps fit perfectly in their modern spaces, while othersgenerally earlier period mapsreveal interesting geographical misconceptions of their time. Cultural features on the maps can be compared to the modern satellite views using the slider bars to adjust transparency. The result is an exploration of time as well as space, a marriage of historic cartographic masterpieces with innovative contemporary software tools.

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  7. Title: Map of the Colony of New Zealand: From Official Documents. By John Arrowsmith 1843. (with) map of the world on Mercators Projection. London, Pubd. 2nd Jan. 1843 by John Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of New Zealand created in 1843. The historic map layers in the Google Earth Rumsey Map Collection have been selected by David Rumsey from his large collection of historical maps, as well as some from other collections with which he collaborates. All the maps contain rich information about the past and represent a sampling of time periods, scales, and cartographic art, resulting in visual history stories that only old maps can tell. Each map has been georeferenced by Rumsey, thus creating unique digital map images that allow the old maps to appear in their correct places on the modern globe. Some of the maps fit perfectly in their modern spaces, while othersgenerally earlier period mapsreveal interesting geographical misconceptions of their time. Cultural features on the maps can be compared to the modern satellite views using the slider bars to adjust transparency. The result is an exploration of time as well as space, a marriage of historic cartographic masterpieces with innovative contemporary software tools.

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  8. Title: Cape of Good Hope, By J. Arrowsmith. (Map) 24. London, Pubd. 15 Feby. 1842, by J. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of the Cape of Good Hope in southern Africa created by J. Arrowsmith in 1842. The original map appears in 'The London Atlas of Universal Geography, Exhibiting the Physical & Political Divisions of the Various Countries of the World, Constructed from Original Materials. Is most respectfully dedicated to his venerable Friend John Middleton Esqr. As a testimony of Gratitude and Esteem, By his much Obliged & Humble Servant, John Arrowsmith, F.R.G.S & R.A.S. 40 Soho Square, London. London, Pubd. by J. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square 1842.' The historic map layers in the Google Earth Rumsey Map Collection have been selected by David Rumsey from his large collection of historical maps, as well as some from other collections with which he collaborates. All the maps contain rich information about the past and represent a sampling of time periods, scales, and cartographic art, resulting in visual history stories that only old maps can tell. Each map has been georeferenced by Rumsey, thus creating unique digital map images that allow the old maps to appear in their correct places on the modern globe. Some of the maps fit perfectly in their modern spaces, while othersgenerally earlier period mapsreveal interesting geographical misconceptions of their time. Cultural features on the maps can be compared to the modern satellite views using the slider bars to adjust transparency. The result is an exploration of time as well as space, a marriage of historic cartographic masterpieces with innovative contemporary software tools.

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  9. Title: Map of South Africa Showing the Routes of the Revd Dr. Livingstone between the years 1849 & 1857 (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced raster image of an historic regional map of Southern Africa showing the exploration routes of Dr. David Livingstone between 1849 and 1857. This map was originally created by John Arrowsmith in 1857. All map collar and inset information is also available as part of the raster image, including any inset maps, profiles, statistical tables, directories, text, illustrations, or other information associated with the principal map. This map was georeferenced by the Stanford University Geospatial Center using a Transverse Mercator projection. This map is part of a selection of digitally scanned and georeferenced historic maps of Africa held at Stanford University Libraries. This historic paper map provides an historical perspective of the cultural and physical landscape during this time period. The wide range of information provided on these maps make them useful in the study of historic geography. As this map has been georeferenced, it also can be used as a background layer in conjunction with other GIS data. The horizontal positional accuracy of a raster image is approximately the same as the accuracy of the published source map. The lack of a greater accuracy is largely the result of the inaccuracies with the original measurements and possible distortions in the original paper map document. There may also be errors introduced during the digitizing and georeferencing process. In most cases, however, errors in the raster image are small compared with sources of error in the original map graphic. The RMS error for this map is 806.441 meters. This value describes how consistent the transformation is between the different control points (links). The RMS error is only an assessment of the accuracy of the transformation. Arrowsmith, John, and Stanford Geospatial Center. (2013). Map of South Africa Showing the Routes of the Revd Dr. Livingstone between the years 1849 & 1857 (Raster Image). Stanford Digital Repository. Available at: http://purl.stanford.edu/qr891rz3640. For more information about Stanford's Maps of Africa Collection, see here: https://exhibits.stanford.edu/maps-of-africa. This layer is presented in the WGS84 coordinate system for web display purposes. Downloadable data are provided in native coordinate system or projection.

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  10. Title: Eastern Frontier of the Colony of the Cape of Good Hope, (and part of Kafirland) from Algoa Bay to the Great Kei River. Chiefly from M.S. Surveys & Sketches communicated by Lt. Col. Michell Survr. Genl. of the Colony ... Compiled by John Arrowsmith (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced raster image of an historic regional map of South Africa showing the eastern section of the Cape (Colony) of Good Hope and part of Kafirland - from Algoa Bay to the Great Kei River. This map was compiled by John Arrowsmith from sketches by the survey general of the colony. All map collar and inset information is also available as part of the raster image, including any inset maps, profiles, statistical tables, directories, text, illustrations, or other information associated with the principal map. This map was georeferenced by the Stanford University Geospatial Center using a Transverse Mercator projection. This map is part of a selection of digitally scanned and georeferenced historic maps of Africa held at Stanford University Libraries. This historic paper map provides an historical perspective of the cultural and physical landscape during this time period. The wide range of information provided on these maps make them useful in the study of historic geography. As this map has been georeferenced, it also can be used as a background layer in conjunction with other GIS data. The horizontal positional accuracy of a raster image is approximately the same as the accuracy of the published source map. The lack of a greater accuracy is largely the result of the inaccuracies with the original measurements and possible distortions in the original paper map document. There may also be errors introduced during the digitizing and georeferencing process. In most cases, however, errors in the raster image are small compared with sources of error in the original map graphic. The RMS error for this map is 112.16 meters. This value describes how consistent the transformation is between the different control points (links). The RMS error is only an assessment of the accuracy of the transformation. Arrowsmith, John, and Stanford Geospatial Center. (2013). Eastern Frontier of the Colony of the Cape of Good Hope, (and part of Kafirland) from Algoa Bay to the Great Kei River. Chiefly from M.S. Surveys & Sketches communicated by Lt. Col. Michell Survr. Genl. of the Colony ... Compiled by John Arrowsmith (Raster Image). Stanford Digital Repository. Available at: http://purl.stanford.edu/fx777rt6947. For more information about Stanford's Maps of Africa Collection, see here: https://exhibits.stanford.edu/maps-of-africa. This layer is presented in the WGS84 coordinate system for web display purposes. Downloadable data are provided in native coordinate system or projection.

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  11. Title: Southeastern Australia, 1834 (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced raster image of the historic paper map entitled: Map of the discoveries in Australia : copied from the latest M.S. surveys in the Colonial Office, by permission dedicated to the Right Hon.ble Viscount Goderich, H.M. principal Secretary of State for the Colonies, and President of the Royal Geographical Society, by his Lordships obliged servant J. Arrowsmith. It was published by Pubd. by J. Arrowsmith, 35 Essex St., Strand in Feb. 15 1834. Scale [ca. 1:3,041,280]. Covers southeastern Australia with additions to the east of the Gulf of St. Vincent and Granite Island inserted in Encounter Bay.The image inside the map neatline is georeferenced to the surface of the earth and fit to the Asia South Lambert Conformal Conic coordinate system. All map collar and inset information is also available as part of the raster image, including any inset maps, profiles, statistical tables, directories, text, illustrations, index maps, legends, or other information associated with the principal map. This map shows features such as drainage, cities and other human settlements, territorial boundaries, shoreline features, and more. Relief shown by hachures and spot heights. Major explorations shown. Includes also notes and insets: The Colony of Western Australia ... -- [Map of Australia in Asia].This layer is part of a selection of digitally scanned and georeferenced historic maps from the Harvard Map Collection. These maps typically portray both natural and manmade features. The selection represents a range of originators, ground condition dates, scales, and map purposes.

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  12. Title: Peru and Bolivia, 1842 (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced raster image of the historic paper map entitled: Peru & Bolivia. It was published by J. Arrowsmith 15 Febr. 1842. Scale [ca. 1:5,000,000]. Covers also parts of surrounding countries.The image inside the map neatline is georeferenced to the surface of the earth and fit to a non-standard 'World Sinusoidal' projection with the central meridian at 70.000000 degrees west. All map collar and inset information is also available as part of the raster image, including any inset maps, profiles, statistical tables, directories, text, illustrations, index maps, legends, or other information associated with the principal map. This map shows features such as drainage, cities and other human settlements, territorial boundaries, shoreline features, and more. Relief is shown by hachures. This layer is part of a selection of digitally scanned and georeferenced historic maps from the Harvard Map Collection and the Harvard University Library as part of the Open Collections Program at Harvard University project: Organizing Our World: Sponsored Exploration and Scientific Discovery in the Modern Age. Maps selected for the project correspond to various expeditions and represent a range of regions, originators, ground condition dates, scales, and purposes.

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  13. Title: Central Asia constructed from the latest English and Russian documents, adapted to recent astronomical observations; by J. Arrowsmith, 1872

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Includes cities, forts, roads, and railways. Boundaries of Russian, Persian, Afghani, British Indian, and khanate territories are shown. Linear scales show Russian versts, English miles, and geographical miles. From: Journal of the Royal Geographical Society of London. Vol. 45 (1875), p. 420; held in Firestone Library. Call number: G7 .J687

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  14. Title: China

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Originally issued in cover 18 x 12 cm.

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  15. Title: Central Asia Map to illustrate the expedition of Mr. A. Fedchenko to the Zarafshan Valley, in 1869

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Route and direction of expedition are shown. From: The Journal of the Royal Geographical Society of London. Vol. 40 (1870), pp. 448-62; held in Firestone Library. Call number: G7 .J687 v. 40 1870

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  16. Title: Map of the Yukon or Kwich-Pak River to illustrate Mr. Whymper's paper

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Depth of Norton Sound depths are shown by soundings. Major Indian [Alaska Native] territories are shown. Includes inset of Behring Sea, North Pacific Ocean, Alaska, and Siberia. From: The Journal of the Royal Geographical Society of London. Vol. 38, (1868), p. 219-37; held in Firestone Library. Call number: G7 .J687 v.38 1868

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  17. Title: Map to accompany notes of a journey from Bida in Nupe, to Kano in Haussa; performed by Dr. W. B. Baikie, R.N. 1862

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    Summary: Dr. Baikie's route shown in red. Relief shown by hachures. Approximate territories of indigenous groups are shown. "This Map has been reconstructed from Dr. Baikie's Original Journal in the Foreign Office and founded upon some additional Latitudes and Longitudes --- J.A." From: Journal of the Royal Geographical Society of London. Vol. 37 (1867), pp. 92-108; held in Firestone Library. Call number: G7 .J687 v.37 1867

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  18. Title: The Nile and its western affluents, between the Albert Nyanza on the south, and the Sobat on the north founded on the astronomical observations, bearings and distances, of John Petherick, Esqr. as well as numerous other documents

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures and spot heights. "Mr. Petherick's Routes, as well as those of his Agents (Mussaad & Awat), are Coloured [red.]" Discharge of Nile, Gazelle, and Sobat rivers (cubic feet per second) in 1863 is shown. Includes table: Heights [of stations] determined from the temperature of the boiling point of water, observed by Mr. Petherick. From: The Journal of the Royal Geographical Society of London. Vol. 35, (1865), pp. 289-300; held in Firestone Library. Call number: G7 .J687 v.35 1865

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  19. Title: The south eastern portion of Australia

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    Summary: Australia, Southeastern--Maps

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  20. Title: Map of the Panjab, Kashmir, Iskardu & Ladhak : comprising the dominions of Ranjeet Singh

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    Summary: Cartographic Details: Scale approximately 1:1,267,200. Relief shown by hachures."Baron H ügel's route is coloured red ..." Inset: Continuation from Bussowl to Kabul, on half the scale of the map. 66 x 68 centimeters Scale approximately 1:1,267,200 Ames Library of South Asia Maps

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