A Trawler's Chart of The North Atlantic Fishing Grounds: The Home of Cod Haddock Pollack Cusk
Newfoundland and Nova Scotia: 1935. Quarto. Fine. Item #18041
Rare vibrant 1935 pictorial map of the North Atlantic Fishing Industry during the Great Depression.
The map shows several important locations in the fishing industry in particular the Grand Banks of Newfoundland and off the coast of Nova Scotia. An explanation of the depths at which different fish are located is given.
Scarcity of fish is referenced because of overfishing in the George's Bank is described, noting that the fishing center was relocated in 1931 to Western Banks.
Sable Island is labeled "The Graveyard of the Atlantic" because of an estimated 350 shipwrecks around the inlet.
Depths in fathoms are color coded.
Fine condition.
This historic and scarce piece measures 23" X 14 3/4 " and is perfect for framing and display!
Price: $75.00