COLLECTION NAME:
David Rumsey Historical Map Collection
Record
Author:
Tanner, Henry S.
Date:
1834
Short Title:
Profiles of Erie, Ohio, and Chesapeake Canals, Ohio Railroad
Publisher:
Henry Tanner
Publisher Location:
Phiadelphia
Type:
Book Map
Obj Height cm:
13
Obj Width cm:
29
Note:
First edition. Modelski: " One of the earliest general maps of the eastern United States showing railroads in operation." The issue of the map with Armroyd's "Connected View..." is an earlier state - it does not show railroads in South Carolina and Alabama that appear on this state of the map. This is the second state of the first edition, with two plates of canal profiles added. Map in outline color by state and measuring 44x57. With paper covered boards. Title page printed on the gold colored covers.
Reference:
Howes T26; Modelski 1.
Country:
United States
Subject:
Canals
Subject:
Railroad
Full Title:
Profiles of Erie, Ohio, and Chesapeake Canals, Ohio Railroad
List No:
4050.003
Series No:
3
Engraver or Printer:
Knight, J.
Publication Author:
Tanner, Henry S.
Pub Date:
1834
Pub Title:
A Brief Description of the Canals and Railroads of the United States; Comprehending notices of all the most important works of Internal Improvement throughout the Several States. By H.S. Tanner. Philadelphia: Published by the Author. November, 1834.
Pub List No:
4050.000
Pub Type:
Guide Book
Pub Height cm:
16
Pub Width cm:
9
Image No:
4050003
Authors:
Tanner, Henry S.
Link To Source
Profiles of Erie, Ohio, and Chesapeake Canals, Ohio Railroad
