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Milwaukee Land District
Map
This hand-colored manuscript map shows the township and section grid in southeastern Wisconsin, covering the area west to Sugar River and Four Lakes region and north to present-day Ozaukee and Washington counties. Rivers, lakes, and roads in the region are depicted. The only labeled settlements are Racine, Milwaukee, and [Port] Washington.
1836
Lapham, Increase Allen, 1811-1875 (cartographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | Lapham, Increase Allen, 1811-1875 (cartographer) |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1836 |
| Language | English |
Physical Description
| Format | Map |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 map |
| Dimensions | 46 x 56 cm, on sheet 55 x 61 cm |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | Maps and Atlases |
|---|---|
| Call Number | D GX902 1836 LA |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9910100867402121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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