Illustrated 1938 Map of Washington, DC and Region with Important Historical People, Landmarks, and Places in Vignette
Washington, DC: National Geographic Society, 1938. 1st Edition. Near Fine. Item #17599
A beautiful and quite large illustrated map titled 'Historic and Scenic Reaches of the Nation's Capital'.
Along the upper and lower edges are 28 illustrated vignettes featuring important people, places and landmarks within driving distance of Washington, DC.
Featured are George Washington and Mount Vernon, Edgar Allan Poe, Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis and the US Naval Academy, Valley Forge, Gettysburg, Independence Hall, Thomas Jefferson, Williamsburg, and many more.
The map is bordered by the Atlantic coast of Delaware and Maryland on the East, Southern Pennsylvania on the North, Norfolk, Virginia on the South, and the western side of the Appalachians on the West.
Original fold lines and a trace of edge wear.
This map measures 31" X 27" and is perfect for framing and display!
Price: $125.00