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MSA SC 1399
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Norie, John William

  • To the independent mariners of America, this chart of the coast from Savannah to Boston is most respectfully dedicated. In 2 sheets 1799. MSA SC 1399-1-456 [HFC 299N5]

  • A new chart of the coast of America from Philadelphia to the Gulf of Florida by Wm. Heather. 1815. This map, in four sheets, makes up an 8 foot long strip, showing the east coast of the U.S. Its size and insets make it similar in these respects to the blueback charts that were commonly used by navigators in the early 19th century. 1815. MSA SC 1399-1-457 [HFC 315N5]


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