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  1. Title: Cuba 1775 (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image three engraved (1775) nautical charts of Cuba joined together. The 3 atlas maps "The coast of Yucatan from Campeche to Bahia del Ascension; with the west end of Cuba," "The Island of Cuba with part of the Bahama Banks & the Martyrs," and "The Windward Passage with several passages," appear in 'The West-India Atlas: Or, A Compendious Description Of The West - Indies: Illustrated With Forty One Correct Charts And Maps, Taken From Actual Surveys. Together With An Historical Account Of The Several Countries And Islands Which Compose That Part Of The World'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: Plan of the town and fortifications of Montreal or Ville Marie in Canada Published by Thos. Jefferys, Geographer to His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Charing Cross, Jan 30, 1758. Price 2s. (1760) (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of Montreal, Canada, originally created by T. Jefferys in 1758. The original map appears in "The natural and civil history of the French dominions in North and South America. Giving a particular account of the climate, soil, minerals, animals, vegetables, manufactures, trade, commerce, and languages ... Illustrated by maps and plans of the principal places, collected from the best authorities, and engraved by T. Jefferys, Geographer to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. Part I. Containing a description of Canada and Louisiana. London, Printed for Thomas Jefferys at Charing-Cross. MDCCLX." 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 western coast of Africa from Cape Blanco to Cape Virga, exhibiting Senegambia Proper. By T. Jefferys, Geographer to his Majesty. London, Printed by Robt Sayer, No. 53, Fleet Street, 1789 (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of the western coast of Africa originally created by J. Anville, T. Jefferys and R. Sayer in 1789. The original map appears in '(A New Universal Atlas; Exhibiting all the Empires, Kingdoms, States, Republics, &c. &c. in the Whole World; Being a Complete Collection of the Most Approved Maps Extant; Corrected with the greatest care, and augmented from the last edition of D'Anville and Robert; [de Vaugondy] with many Improvements by Major James Rennel, and other eminent geographers, including all the tracks and new discoveries of the British Circumnavigators, Biron, Wallis, Carteret, Captain James Cook, Vancouver, Perouse, &c. &c. 6th Ed. ... London, R. Laurie & J. Whittle, 1804' 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: A plan of the city of Quebec, the capital of Canada, as it surrendered 18 Septembr. 1759 to the British fleet and army commanded by Vice Adml. Saunders & Brigadr. Genl. Townshend. Published according to act of Parliament Janry. 15, 1760 by Thos. Jefferys at Charing Cross. Price 2 s (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of Quebec originally created by T. Jefferys in 1759. The original map appears in "The natural and civil history of the French dominions in North and South America. Giving a particular account of the climate, soil, minerals, animals, vegetables, manufactures, trade, commerce, and languages ... Illustrated by maps and plans of the principal places, collected from the best authorities, and engraved by T. Jefferys, Geographer to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. Part I. Containing a description of Canada and Louisiana. London, Printed for Thomas Jefferys at Charing-Cross. MDCCLX."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: St. Vincent; from an actual survey made in the year 1773 after the Treaty with the Caribs (by Thomas Jefferys). London, printed for Robt. Sayer, Map and Printseller, no. 53 in Fleet Street, as the Act directs, 20th Feby. 1775 (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of St. Vincent published in 1775. The original appears in 'The West-India Atlas: Or, A Compendious Description Of The West - Indies: Illustrated With Forty One Correct Charts And Maps, Taken From Actual Surveys. Together With An Historical Account Of The Several Countries And Islands Which Compose That Part Of The World'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: Martinico, done from actual surveys and observations, made by English engineers whilst the Island was in their possession, by Thomas Jefferys, Geographer to the King. London printed for Robt. Sayer, Map and Printseller, no. 53 in Fleet Street, as the Act directs, 20 Feby. 1775 (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of Martinique (1775) showing forested areas, shoals on coast, anchorages, fortifications, churches, a location labeled "Formerly the Jesuits," sugar works (cattle and water mills), etc. Includes inset map "Cul de Sac Royal" with town of Fort Royal.The original appears in 'The West-India Atlas: Or, A Compendious Description Of The West - Indies: Illustrated With Forty One Correct Charts And Maps, Taken From Actual Surveys. Together With An Historical Account Of The Several Countries And Islands Which Compose That Part Of The World'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: St. Lucia; done from surveys and observations made by the English whilst in their possession, by Thomas Jefferys, Geographer to the King. London, printed for Robt. Sayer, Map & Printseller, no. 53 in Fleet Street, as the Act directs 20th Feby 1775 (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of St. Lucia created in 1775. The original appears in 'The West-India Atlas: Or, A Compendious Description Of The West - Indies: Illustrated With Forty One Correct Charts And Maps, Taken From Actual Surveys. Together With An Historical Account Of The Several Countries And Islands Which Compose That Part Of The World'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: Map of New York and the adjacent cities (Raster Image)

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    Summary: This layer is a georeferenced image of a map of New York City, showing wards and public buildings in Manhattan from 225th St. south, and parts of Brooklyn, Jersey City and Hoboken. The original appears in 'The West-India Atlas: Or, A Compendious Description Of The West - Indies: Illustrated With Forty One Correct Charts And Maps, Taken From Actual Surveys. Together With An Historical Account Of The Several Countries And Islands Which Compose That Part Of The World'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: A new map of England and Wales

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    Summary: Extent: 1 map Abstract: Map of England and Wales showing counties, cities and towns, and roads. Notes: Relief shown pictorially. Map detached from: The gentleman's magazine and historical chronicle. Volume XXVII. London : Printed for D. Henry, and R. Cave, 1757. It appears that the map was originally published in the supplement following the December 1757 issue, but relocated to the frontispiece of Volume XXVII when bound together. Scale approximately 1:2,250,000. English mi. 691/2 to a degree

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  10. Title: A chart of the Baltic Sea, Gulfs of Finland and Bothnia, with the sound

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    Summary: Extent: 1 map Notes: Likely detached from: Gentleman's magazine, and historical chronicle. Volume XVIII : for the year M.DCC.XLVIII. London : Printed by Edw. Cave, 1748. Map was originally published in the October 1748 issue. Prime meridian: London. Includes note. Scale approximately 1:12,500,000

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  11. Title: A new chart of the coast of New England, Nova Scotia, New France or Canada

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    Summary: Extent: 1 map Abstract: Map showing the Maritime Provinces, Newfoundland, part of Labrador, part of New England to Boston, and the St. Lawrence Valley region to Quebec City. Emphasizes coastal details. Notes: Depths shown by soundings. Prime meridian: London. Orginally published in January 1746 issue of: Gentleman's magazine. London : Printed by Edw. Cave. Map is described on pages 71-77 of February 1746 issue of Gentleman's magazine. Includes 4 insets: North Atlantic Ocean -- Plan of the city and port of Louisbourg -- Fort Dauphin -- City of Quebec. Accompanied by p. 71-78 from the February 1746 issue in vol. 16 of The Gentleman's Magazine. From: Gentleman's Magazine, vol. 16, January 1746. (MUN RARE AP 2 G4, lacks copy of map). Scale approximately 1:3,500,000

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  12. Title: The county of Bedford [Sheet 4 of 8]

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Inset: A plan of Bedford (1:7,920). Accompanied by text: Thomas Jefferys and his map of Bedfordshire / by Betty Chambers. Facsimile. Historic maps copy imperfect: text wanting.

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  13. Title: The county of Bedford [Sheet 3 of 8]

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Inset: A plan of Bedford (1:7,920). Accompanied by text: Thomas Jefferys and his map of Bedfordshire / by Betty Chambers. Facsimile. Historic maps copy imperfect: text wanting.

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  14. Title: The county of Bedford [Sheet 7 of 8]

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Inset: A plan of Bedford (1:7,920). Accompanied by text: Thomas Jefferys and his map of Bedfordshire / by Betty Chambers. Facsimile. Historic maps copy imperfect: text wanting.

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  15. Title: The county of Bedford [Sheet 2 of 8]

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Inset: A plan of Bedford (1:7,920). Accompanied by text: Thomas Jefferys and his map of Bedfordshire / by Betty Chambers. Facsimile. Historic maps copy imperfect: text wanting.

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  16. Title: The county of Bedford [Sheet 6 of 8]

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Inset: A plan of Bedford (1:7,920). Accompanied by text: Thomas Jefferys and his map of Bedfordshire / by Betty Chambers. Facsimile. Historic maps copy imperfect: text wanting.

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  17. Title: The county of Bedford [Sheet 1 of 8]

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Inset: A plan of Bedford (1:7,920). Accompanied by text: Thomas Jefferys and his map of Bedfordshire / by Betty Chambers. Facsimile. Historic maps copy imperfect: text wanting.

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  18. Title: The county of Bedford [Sheet 5 of 8]

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Inset: A plan of Bedford (1:7,920). Accompanied by text: Thomas Jefferys and his map of Bedfordshire / by Betty Chambers. Facsimile. Historic maps copy imperfect: text wanting.

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  19. Title: The county of Bedford [Sheet 8 of 8]

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    Summary: Relief shown by hachures. Inset: A plan of Bedford (1:7,920). Accompanied by text: Thomas Jefferys and his map of Bedfordshire / by Betty Chambers. Facsimile. Historic maps copy imperfect: text wanting.

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  20. Title: A Map of Coromandel, shewing the Seat of War on that Coast

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    Summary: Scale 1:1,077,120 Ames Library of South Asia Maps

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