Antique Map of Kentucky by John Filson - 1784

This map of Kentucky by John Filson is partly dedicated to Daniel Boone and James Harrod, two frontiersman who provided geographic information used... more

by Blue Monocle

Title

Antique Map of Kentucky by John Filson - 1784

Artist

Blue Monocle

Medium

Drawing - Engraving

Description

This map of Kentucky by John Filson is partly dedicated to Daniel Boone and James Harrod, two frontiersman who provided geographic information used as the basis of the map. Boone's house is labeled southeast of Lexington, and James Harrod's town, the first settlement in Kentucky, is included as well. Includes locations of towns, forts, roads, Indian villages, and descriptions of landforms and mineral deposits. Original title: This Map of Kentucke, Drawn from Actual Observations, is Inscribed with the Most Perfect Respect, to the Honorable the Congress of the United States of America; and to His Excellcy. George Washington, Late Commander in Chief of their Army

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January 8th, 2014