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New Orleans
and Mobile Alabama Civil War Print
You are viewing an
original 1861 Civil War map that includes New Orleans and Mobile Alabama.
It is from an 1861 edition of Harper's Weekly, the most popular newspaper
of the day. Note that this is not a reprint, and I absolutely
guarantee its authenticity. This print is over 140 years old, and on the
date is clearly marked on the front.
Original maps from
the Civil War are becoming increasingly difficult to find, and this is a
nice one. It includes the Gulf of Mexico, and the mouth of the
Mississippi River. It shows parts of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and
Louisiana. The map has a number of landmarks, including Mobile Bay,
Pensacola Bay, Fort Pickens, Mississippi Sound, the Pearl River, Lake
Ponchartrain and Timbalier Bay. Inset to the side of the map is a
fascinating story titled, "The Coast Line From the Mississippi Mouth to
Pensacola". The story starts out, "The accompanying map will shed light
on the discussions which are taking place in political and commercial
circles with regard to the effects of the establishment of a Southern
Confederacy upon trade". The story describes the region as it was at the
time.
This is a great map,
and would make a stunning display when framed and placed in your office or
study. I assure you that this piece will become the center of attention,
and will undoubtedly draw many questions from all who visit. It would
make a lovely gift for anyone interested in the Civil War, or anyone
living in this region of the country. |