The Eastern Hemisphere

infoCary, John; 1801

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Published by the English cartographer John Cary (c.1754–1835), this map is marked with the routes taken from Europe to Asia by the British Royal Navy captains James Cook, John Gore, and George Vancouver, as well as the French explorer Lapérouse.

Details
Date
1801
Map Maker
Cary, John
Printer/Publisher
John Cary
Publication Location
London
Attributes

Longitude and Latitude

Features

Maritime Route

Regional Border

Shoal

Reef

Library Catalogue

Main Title
The Eastern Hemisphere / J. Cary.
Barcode
B18149035I
Personal Author
Cary, John, approximately 1754-1835, cartographer
Extent
1 scans.
Description
This is a map of the Eastern Hemisphere spanning from Europe and Africa to the Pacific Ocean, including Siberia, Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, and Indonesia (excluding Papua). The large bodies of water marked on the map are North Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean, South Atlantic Ocean and Southern Ocean. The routes taken for early voyages across the Indian Ocean, South Atlantic Ocean and Southern Ocean, are drawn on this map.
Imprint
London : J. Cary Engraver & Map Seller No. 181 Strand, 1801.
Date Published
1801
BRN
12500287

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