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Maps (documents)

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Use the singular form Map for Digital Object title

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

General Chart of Delaware and Chesapeake Bays and the Seacoast from Cape May to Cape Henry

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0024
Abstract

Map focuses on charting the waters of the Delaware and Chesapeake Bays, with depths marked in feet. Contains notes that include a tidal chart and sailing directions into each bay. This map was originally published in 1855 and reissued in 1882, after the principle surveyours had died.

Dates: 1855, 1882

Hell Gate and Its Approaches (reproduction)

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0384
Abstract

Map shows approaches to Hell Gate, showing water depth and current. It also contains a tide chart, sailing directions, and current note.

Dates: 1851