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Klosterman, H., fl. 1861 Map of the Seat of War in South Carolina

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07086.04 Author/Creator: Klosterman, H., fl. 1861 Place Written: s.l. Type: Map Date: circa 1861 Pagination: 1 map : col. Height: 54.3 cm, Width: 68.5 cm Order a Copy

Shows the Atlantic coast from Savannah to Winyaw Bay, with Charleston featured prominently in the lower center. Indicates towns, roads, and some topographical features. Painted and drawn on a coated, fine weave "architect's" linen. Mostly black and white, with the red and blue watercolor lines painted on the back. Signed by H. Klosterman, Chief Engineer of the15th Army Corps. The map is missing a triangular section at top right, affecting a portion of the image.

Klosterman, H., fl. 1861

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