1865
Maker: Phelps & Watson
Antique folding map and booklet showing the locations of Civil War Battles from the beginning of the war until 1864, by Phelps and Watson, dated 1865. The map, which would have been more difficult to update than the booklet, has battles and dates up to the activity of the Army of the Potomac May 4-12 1864. The booklet contains the battles in chronological order and ends with a note for Oct.1, 1864 saying " From Mobile, Atlanta, and all parts of the south and southwest, cheering accounts predict the triumph of the Union arms. Shows cities, county towns, railroads, forts, and battles markes with a bright dot. Colored by state. A list of the battles shown on the map is in the lower right with a continuation in the Gulf of Mexico. Issued in several editions in 1863, 1864, and 1865, the maps and books were updated and republished as the war progressed. Fair to good antique condition, the outer cover of the booklet has some stains and egde wear. The booklet has some pages with lighter printing, some stains. The map has some spots and stains, some wear along the folds, some tears at fold intersections and edges that were repaired by a previous owner. Tight margins. Map is attached to back booklet cover and would need to be removed for framing if desired. Fragile. Measures approx. 35 x 29 inches.
Genuine Antique Map from 1865
Item Number: CIV397