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Wisconsin
Map
Drawn two years before Wisconsin entered statehood, this map shows the counties and towns that existed at the time, as well as known rivers and lakes. By 1846, most of the modern south/southeastern counties were already in existence. The northwestern part of the state includes Carver's claim, the "Sioux and Chippewa Boundary" line, and tribal areas marked as "Winnebagos" (Ho-Chunk), "Menomonies," and New York Indians.
1846
Mitchell, S. Augustus (Samuel Augustus), 1792-1868 (cartographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | Mitchell, S. Augustus (Samuel Augustus), 1792-1868 (cartographer) |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Philadelphia, S. Augustus Mitchell |
| Date Created | 1846 |
| Language | English |
Physical Description
| Format | Map |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 map |
| Dimensions | 31 x 37 cm |
| Scale | [circa 1:1,340,000] |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | Maps and Atlases |
|---|---|
| Call Number | H GX902 1846 M |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9910100689402121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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