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Antique Map of The United States of North America, 1882

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This is a historical map titled "The United States of North America, Central Part" from the 1882 Blackie Atlas. It depicts the continental United States with a high level of detail, including state boundaries, cities, rivers, and the topography indicated by hachure marks. The map shows a network of railways crisscrossing the country, reflecting the importance of rail travel and transport during the late 19th century. The map also includes the Gulf of Mexico and parts of adjacent countries such as Canada and Mexico, with less detail, highlighting the focus on the U.S. Significant geographical features, like the Mississippi River system, the Rocky Mountains, and the Great Plains are well-represented, showing the varied landscapes across the country. The Great Lakes are also prominently featured in the upper right portion of the map. The detail of the map, including city names and topographical features, suggests it was a comprehensive educational or navigational tool for its time. The map's scale and grid of latitude and longitude lines would have been essential for planning travel or understanding the country's geography. The map shows the United States as it would have appeared in 1882. This was a significant period in American history, occurring in the latter part of what is known as the Gilded Age, a time marked by rapid economic growth, especially in the North and West, following the Civil War. Here are some key aspects of the United States during the 1882 timeframe: 1. **Industrialization**: The US was undergoing rapid industrialization, with advances in technology and an expanding railroad network which contributed to the growth of industries like steel and manufacturing. 2. **Railroads**: The completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869 dramatically changed the nation, making travel and the transportation of goods across the continent much quicker and easier. By 1882, additional rail lines had been constructed, further expanding the network. 3. **Immigration**: There was a significant increase in immigration during this period, with many people coming from Europe to the United States. The immigrants provided a labor force for the growing industries and also settled in the expanding territories out West. 4. **Urbanization**: With the growth of industry came the growth of cities as centers of commerce and work. There was a significant movement of the population from rural areas to urban centers. 5. **Westward Expansion**: The American frontier was still open, and many people moved westward in search of land, opportunity, and gold. The Homestead Act of 1862 had accelerated this movement by allowing people to claim land for farming. 6. **Native American Displacement**: This period was also marked by conflict and displacement of Native American tribes. As settlers moved west, they encroached on Native American lands, leading to battles and ultimately the forced relocation of many tribes. 7. **Reconstruction Era**: The country was still dealing with the aftermath of the Civil War, particularly in the Southern states. The Reconstruction era was coming to an end, with federal troops withdrawing from the South and the beginning of the Jim Crow era of racial segregation laws. 8. **Economic Disparity**: Although this period was marked by prosperity for many, it also saw the beginning of significant economic disparity and the rise of the so-called "Robber Barons," wealthy industrialists and financiers who amassed great wealth. The map itself would show the states and territories of the time, with many of the western regions not yet achieving statehood. The intricate detailing of the railway lines would be a testament to their importance and prevalence. The geographical features, such as the Mississippi River and the Rocky Mountains, would be key natural landmarks shaping the economic and social development of the nation.

Dimensions:

Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 22.45 in (57 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

1880-1889

Date of Manufacture:

1882

Condition:

Good condition, folding line in the middle. The outer borders are slightly discolored due to age, but not the image. Study the image carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: BG-13601-2-611stDibs: LU3054338776232

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