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Engraved by George Cram . Overall Size including text and borders : 21 3/4 x 13 1/2 ins. Actual Map Size: 11 3/4 x 18 1/8 ins. CONDITION: Folded in the middle with 2 single page map charts on the back.Historical map titled "KEEWATIN, ATHABASKA AND NORTH-WEST TERRITORIES, PLATE 2," engraved by Geo. F. Cram from Chicago, Illinois. The map showcases the intricate geography of the region, highlighting numerous lakes such as Lake Claire, Artillery Lake, and Wholdshuck Lake, among many others. Notable rivers like the Thelon River and the Churchill River are also depicted. The map extends across a wide range of longitudes, from 94 to 106 degrees west from Greenwich, and includes significant landmarks like Fort Fond du Lac and Bedford House. The map's scale of miles and detailed coordinates provide a comprehensive overview of the region's physical features, making it a valuable resource for navigation, trade, and exploration during the historical period it represents. CHART1: presents a diverse set of global statistics from the late 19th century. It begins with the yearly coal consumption, highlighting major consumers such as Great Britain, the United States, and Germany, each using millions of tons annually. The map also details the expansive coal fields of the world, with significant areas in countries like Russia, China, and India. Additionally, it provides insights into the alcohol content of various wines and liquors, ranging from low-alcohol beverages like beer and cider to high-alcohol spirits like whiskey and brandy. Furthermore, the paragraph includes data on copper production, with leading producers like the United States, Germany, and Russia, and cotton consumption, with the United States and Great Britain being the primary consumers. The map also notes the cotton production in various countries, including Egypt and India. This collection of data offers a comprehensive snapshot of global resource consumption and production during the period. CHART2: comparative analysis of the wheat crop production in various countries and U.S. states for the year 1890, as well as the areas of the world's major oceans and seas. The United States led wheat production with 360,262,000 bushels, followed by France with 318,220,000 bushels and India with 217,875,200 bushels. Other significant producers included Russia, Austria-Hungary, and Germany. Additionally, the diagram shows the areas of major oceans and seas, with the Pacific Ocean covering 78,000,000 square miles and the Atlantic Ocean covering 25,000,000 square miles. Smaller seas like the Mediterranean, Black, and Baltic Seas are also detailed. Within the U.S., states like Illinois, Iowa, and Minnesota were notable for their wheat production, contributing significantly to the national total. This data provides a comprehensive overview of global wheat production and the expanses of the world's major water bodies during the period.NOTE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE YOU PURCHASE: This is a GENUINE ANTIQUE VINTAGE MAP. It is NOT a modern reproduction, ie. a laser scan, photocopy, etc. It is the original from the antique or vintage atlas or book publication. This map was published on the date mentioned, or circa the date mentioned at the top of the page. The map I have for sale, like many antique vintage prints and maps that you see online, originate from an antique vintage book or atlas publication. The publication may not always be known. If you have any questions, emails are welcome. Shipped Unmatted. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 1985
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