Exhibits containing tag : 18th-century-maps

Scott Thompson Maps

Nicolai Jonge was born in Copenhagen . The family originated from Amsterdam and had then been resident in Scania . His father, Peder Nielsen, was an accountant at the Rentekammeret and a surveyor at the Stock Exchange ; the mother's name was Anna Sophie born Einhaus. He became a student from Copenhagen School in 1745 and took 2 years after the certificate . In 1754 he became a catechist at Holmens Kirke , and at the same time was a much-used theological manuductor , in addition to graduating with a master's degree . He was ordained a priest only in 1762 , when he was called to be a parish priest in Allerslev Parish by Præstø , in which office he died. The year after he had become a priest, he married Geske Fischer, the daughter of a consumer clerk, in Copenhagen.Jonge was a very prolific writer and particularly cultivated geography . The poor conditions in which he lived compelled him to seek increased profit by the pen. A number of school books emanated from his hand. Thus already in 1753 a translation of a German school geography; the following year he delivered a Latin compendium of geography, later improved and augmented with maps. Then follows a school edition of Phædrus (a Roman poet of fables), and for students a Bible story in Latin ( Collegium biblicum , 1760 ), written in questions and answers and with rich references to literature.He edited Ludvig Holberg's Synopsis historiæ universalis in Danish, and expanded and continued it considerably (1757). As a model for his processing, he has taken an English version of dr. Granville Sharpe in London . But if there was any sense in using Holberg's name for this textbook in history, it was inappropriate when Jonge allowed himself to use the same name for an elaborate geography that he began in 1759; it was only a decoy to get the writing marketed. Jonge therefore also did not fail to make an apology for this in the foreword; but "several learned men" had declared that it could probably be done. Holberg's Geography, published in this way "with a false sign" – as Rasmus Nyerup said – was a very large-scale work, which over the years reached 7 strong quarto volumes ; the last ( 1791 ), published after Jonge's death, was not prepared by Jonge, but by Niels Prahl , and included the foreign parts of the world. The best and newest aids were used, and the work testified to the serious diligence and well-readness of its author. But he had extraordinary financial resources to promote the publication, and this was all the more unfortunate as it was pre-numbered by a multitude of subscribers . The 5th volume constitutes Denmark's Chorographic Descriptionand the 6th volume a similar description of Norwayand the Nordic countries.Later he published a detailed description of Copenhagen ( Kjøbenhavns Beskrivelse , 1783 ), which was intended for 2 parts; but he managed to get only the 1st part printed. State Councilor Erik Torm , who was the police and mayor of Copenhagen, who encouraged him to prepare, supported him with his own rich collections and provided him with access to the archives. It was a thorough work that, due to its considerable substance, still has value. Part 2, which was completely prepared, was published in 1945 .Among Jonge's writings, 3 homiletic aids can also be mentioned, containing outlines for sermons on the Sunday Gospels as well as for wedding and funeral speeches, in addition to some smaller works of a personal history nature. All in all, Jonge presents the image of a diligent and skilled priest who, however, had to struggle with heavy economic hardships throughout his life.https://da.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicolai_Jonge

Britannia Depicta or Ogilby Improv'd 1720

Welcome to The Digital Gallery’s exhibit of the Brittania Depicta, a road atlas of Britain published in 1720 by John Owen and engraved by Emanuel Bowen. This atlas was based on the Britannia atlas of 1675 created by John Ogilby.David RumseyVideo 2 can be found below or in curated text of 1st image in exhibit.Google Slide deck

Rochambeau Map Collection - Library of Congress

What’s the story about the Rochambeau Map Collection at the Library of Congress? The Rochambeau Map Collection at the Library of Congress is a historically significant archive containing maps, plans, and documents used by French General Jean-Baptiste-Donatien de Vimeur, comte de Rochambeau, who commanded the French expeditionary army during the American Revolution from 1780 to 1782. The collection includes 40 manuscript maps, 26 printed maps, and a manuscript atlas dating from 1717 to 1795, representing one of the most important Americana acquisitions made by the Library, which purchased the papers in 1883 directly from Rochambeau's descendant for $20,000—a sum equivalent to roughly $625,000 today.blogs.loc+1Collection HighlightsThe maps cover much of eastern North America, from Newfoundland and Labrador south to Haiti, with particular focus on Revolutionary War battles, military campaigns, and cities involved in the conflict.loc+1Many of the maps were used during the war, including detailed plans of French encampments on the famous march from Yorktown to Boston following the allied victory over British forces at Yorktown.connecticuthistory+1The manuscript atlas contains unique plans of 54 French army camps during the 1782 march, displaying topographical layouts, roads, water supplies, and troop positions, offering vital insights into the logistical and strategic planning behind a transcontinental military campaign.loc+1Historical ImportanceThe maps illuminate not only military actions but also Rochambeau’s enduring interest in the fledgling United States, with several items depicting early state boundaries from the 1790s.locThe acquisition predated the establishment of the Library’s Geography & Map Division and underlined the importance of cartographic records in both the study and conduct of war.blogs.locThese maps were originally part of Rochambeau's personal papers and have since become a key scholarly resource for understanding the Franco-American alliance during the Revolution as well as the practical realities of conducting large-scale military operations in North America.blogs.loc+1Ongoing SignificanceThe Library of Congress continues to digitize and make available these historic maps, preserving their legacy and accessibility for historical research, teaching, and public exploration.locThe collection is often used alongside related archives, such as the papers of George Washington and other French and American Revolutionary leaders, to better contextualize the strategic military landscape of the era.hdl.loc+1In summary, the Rochambeau Map Collection is a vital artifact of Revolutionary-era cartography, strategy, and collaboration, providing an unparalleled glimpse into the military affairs and geopolitical transformations of late 18th-century America.loc+2https://blogs.loc.gov/maps/2024/11/franco-american-maps/https://www.loc.gov/collections/rochambeau-maps/about-this-collection/https://connecticuthistory.org/map-rochambeaus-camp-at-danbury/https://blogs.princeton.edu/manuscripts/2013/11/27/berthiers-manuscript-maps-of-america-1781-82/https://hdl.loc.gov/loc.mss/eadmss.ms010136.3https://www.loc.gov/resource/g3701sm.gar00001/?sp=8https://www.loc.gov/collections/rochambeau-maps/about-this-collection/related-resources/https://archives.internetscout.org/r23388/the_rochambeau_map_collectionhttps://dlg.usg.edu/record/loc_rochambeau-mapshttps://blogs.loc.gov/maps/category/18th-century-cartography/?gca=232 Library of Congress

The Ferraris Maps of 1777

25 maps from 1775 of Belgium by the Austrian cartographer Ferraris. Incredible cartouches. See the Visscher Atlas of 1690, click here.Remarks by Tom Paper in video here.20 Famous Belgians

Colossi Maps

These colossi are cartographic curiosities as they were included along with two other images of colossal figures in Matthaus Seutter’s Atlas Novus published in 1728 and 1730. Four additional maps from this atlas are included in the exhibit because of their elaborate and artistic cartouches.Matthaus Seutter the elder (1678-1757) was an engraver, globe maker and map publisher based in Augsburg, Germany. He apprenticed with Johann Baptist Homann in Nuremberg and was awarded the title of Imperial Geographer by Karl VI in 1731. By 1732, Seutter was one of the most prolific publishers of his time and was honored by the German Emperor Charles VI with the title of “Imperial Geographer”. He continued to publish until his death in 1757.From the collection of Rich Breiman.keyword: richbreiman