Illustrated Street Map of Washington DC as the Civil War Begins
New York: Harper's Weekly Illustrated Newspaper, 1861. 1st Edition. Folio. Very Good. Item #15699
A full-page illustrated woodcut engraved illustrated map of Washington, DC just a few months after the start of the Civil War, depicting the heart of DC including the half-completed dome of the U.S. Capitol building.
This July 27, 1861 issue of Harper's Weekly is complete in 16-pages and is also chock full of other interesting Civil War news, including the Battles of Rich Mountain and Hoke's Run, with other large engravings, including a large double-page centerfold engraving of scenes and battles from the Revolutionary War, celebrating the July 4, holiday.
The map of Washington, DC also depicts the partially-completed Washington Monument.
"The Washington Monument, designed by Robert Mills and eventually completed by Thomas Casey and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, honors and memorializes George Washington at the center of the nation's capital. The structure was completed in two phases of construction, one private (1848-1854) and one public (1876-1884). Built in the shape of an Egyptian obelisk, evoking the timelessness of ancient civilizations, the Washington Monument embodies the awe, respect, and gratitude the nation felt for its most essential Founding Father. When completed, the Washington Monument was the tallest building in the world at 555 feet, 5-1/8 inches."
In 1861, most construction was suspended on the U.S. Capitol because of the Civil War, and the building was used briefly as a military barracks, hospital and bakery. In 1862, work on the entire building was resumed.
Mild age toning and edge wear. Disbound. #1A-046
Perfect for framing and display!
Price: $125.00