Antique Map of Fort Saint Louis and Santiago de Cuba, 1748

Reference
BG-09366
Date
1748
Region
Americas
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
20.0 x 12.5 cm (7.9 x 4.9 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 190

Antique map titled 'A plan of the town, fort and harbour of St Louis in the Isle of Hispaniola, or St Domingo / A plan of the town and bay of St. Jago, in the Isle if Cuba'. Two woodcut maps on one sheet, illustrating Admiral Sir Charles Knowles’ successful attack on Fort Saint Louis de Sud during the War of the Austrian Succession (King George’s War) and his abortive assault on Santiago de Cuba, both preceding the controversial Battle of Havana.

Artists and Engravers: Published in 'The London Magazine'

Condition: Good, general age-related toning. English text on verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1748 Overall size: 12.5 x 20 cm. Image size: 10 x 17 cm.

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