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Map of Milwaukie

Map

In July 1833, Morgan L. Martin, a land promoter and speculator, visited the site of Milwaukee and drew this map. It is the earliest known depiction of the city. Notable features include and Indian village and the trading posts of Jacques Vieau and Solomon Juneau. In October 1833, Martin and Juneau formed a partnership to develop the site. This copy of the map was possibly re-drawn by James S. Buck in 1876.

Date Created:
circa 1876
Creator:
Martin, M. L. (Morgan Lewis), 1805-1887 (cartographer)

Publication Information

Creator
Martin, M. L. (Morgan Lewis), 1805-1887 (cartographer)
Contributor
Buck, James S. (James Smith), 1812-1892 (contributor)
Date Created
circa 1876
Language
English

Physical Description

Format
Map
Extent
1 map
Dimensions
20 x 22 cm

Collection Information

Digital Collection
Maps and Atlases
Call Number
PF Milwaukee.307

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W014FFD
Legacy ID
WHi 53895

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