Map of the Maritime Parts of Virginia

Access and use

Location of collection:
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694

Collection context

Summary

Extent:
0.1 Cubic Feet 11 x 10 in.
Creator:
Aitken, Robert, 1735-1802 and Du Simitière, Pierre Eugène, approximately 1736-1784
Abstract:
Aitken's 1776 map, printed in Philadelphia, is largely based on the Fry and Jefferson map of the same area, delineated by Du Simitière. Full title reads: "Map of the Maritime Parts of Virginia, Exhibiting the Seat of War and of Ld. Dunmore's depredation in that Colony." Reproduction is likely a photocopy.
Language:
English .