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A sketch of the navigation from Swan Pt. to the River Elk at the head of Chesapeak Bay. Sketch of the River Elk, at the head of Chesapeak Bay.

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A sketch of the navigation from Swan Pt. to the River Elk at the head of Chesapeak Bay. Sketch of the River Elk, at the head of Chesapeak Bay.

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Scale ca. 1:72,000 and ca. 1:30,500.
Manuscript, pen-and-ink and watercolor.
Annotated in handwriting of Admiral Lord Howe: By Mr. Hunter, master of the Eagle.
Depths shown by soundings. Navigable channels outlined in pale red wash.
Shows landing of the King's troops, opposite Cecil Court House, and Head Qurs.
LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789, 1413
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AACR2: 100; 650/2

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Date

01/01/1777
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Hunter, John, 1737-1821.
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