1839
Maker: Smith / Paine & Burgess
Antique Map of the United States as it was in 1839 with the Republic of Texas from Smith's Atlas Designed to Accompany the Geography, by R.C. Smith, published by Paine & Burgess, 1839. Fascinating glimpse into a moment of the development of the United States. This map shows the country before the Mexican-American War when Mexico had California, Arizona, and New Mexico. This map has Texas as a Republic is shown with its "stovepipe shape" where it stretches into the Rocky Mountains. Includes a large Oregon Territory, Mandan District, Iowa Territory, Missouri Territory, huge Indian Territory, and large Wisconsin Territory. The northern boundary of Maine shows the compromise suggested by the Dutch king in the Aroostook War, which was happening at the time this map was published. Cities are noted, and includes some topography and identifies the Native Americans in some areas. Inset map of Mexico and Guatemala. Fair to good antique condition with some minor stains, some tears and minor damage at the edges especially at the center fold. Measures approx. 11.5 x 18.75 inches to the paper edges.
Item Number: USA456