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New and Authentic Map of the State of Michigan and Territory of Wisconsin

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Wisconsin was considered part of Michigan Territory until 1836, a year before Michigan entered statehood. Drawn in 1839, this map shows the state of Michigan and Wisconsin Territory. It shows towns and villages, canals, railroads, roads, counties, and township grid.

Date Created:
1839
Creator:
Tanner, T. R. (Thomas R.) (cartographer)

Publication Information

Creator Tanner, T. R. (Thomas R.) (cartographer)
Publisher Philadelphia, H.S. Tanner
Date Created 1839
Language English

Physical Description

Format Map
Extent 1 map
Dimensions 58 x 68 cm
Scale [circa 1:1,140,400]

Collection Information

Digital Collection Maps and Atlases
Call Number D GX902 1839 T
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9910100869102121

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W014AXM
Legacy ID
WHi 92211

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