Title
A Topographical Chart of the Bay of Narraganset in the Province of New England with all the Isles contained therein, among which Rhode Island and Connonicut have been particularly Surveyed
Date
dated 1777
Description
"A Topographical Chart of the Bay of Narraganset in the Province of New England with all the Isles contained therein, among which Rhode Island and Connonicut have been particularly Surveyed" (English, dated 1777) by Charles Blaskowitz (ca. 1743-1823), engraved and published by William Faden (1749-1836).The maps shows Providence Bay, Mount Hope Bay, and the Sakonnet Passage with Rhode Island and Connonicut Island in the foreground. On the top right is a reference block listing the batteries, along with the numbers of guns and foundries at each, raised by the Americans. Below this is "A List of the Principal Farms in Rhode Island." Also included is a brief description of the colony of Rhode Island which reads:
"The Colony of Rhode Island is situated between the 41st and 42nd Degrees of N. Latitude and between the 71st and 72nd Degrees of W. Longitude in the most healthy Climate in North America, to which many Inhabitants in the Southern Colonies and West India Islands resort in Summer as a place of health. The Winters are severe, though not equally so with that of the other Provinces, but the Summers are delightful, the violent and excessive heats to which America in general is subject being allayed by the cool and temperate breezes that come from the sea.
It enjoys many advantages. Has several large Rivers and one of the finest Harbours in the World. Fish of all kinds are in the greatest plenty and perfection. The Horses are boney and strong, the Meat Cattle and Sheep are much the largest in America, the Butter and Cheese excellent, and every necessary of Life in Abundance.
They have no established form of Religion, Episcopalians, Independents, Quakers, Annabaptists, Sabatarians, Jews, Moravians and all other Sects whatever, have liberty to exercise their several professions.
Newport, the chief town is situated upon and Island of about 16 miles in length and 4 or 5 in breadth, called Rhode Island, whence the Province takes its name. It is the Capital City and contains nearly 10,000 Inhabitants. It has a Town House, Market House, Library and a spacious Parade, but there is few private – Buildings in it worth notice."
"The Colony of Rhode Island is situated between the 41st and 42nd Degrees of N. Latitude and between the 71st and 72nd Degrees of W. Longitude in the most healthy Climate in North America, to which many Inhabitants in the Southern Colonies and West India Islands resort in Summer as a place of health. The Winters are severe, though not equally so with that of the other Provinces, but the Summers are delightful, the violent and excessive heats to which America in general is subject being allayed by the cool and temperate breezes that come from the sea.
It enjoys many advantages. Has several large Rivers and one of the finest Harbours in the World. Fish of all kinds are in the greatest plenty and perfection. The Horses are boney and strong, the Meat Cattle and Sheep are much the largest in America, the Butter and Cheese excellent, and every necessary of Life in Abundance.
They have no established form of Religion, Episcopalians, Independents, Quakers, Annabaptists, Sabatarians, Jews, Moravians and all other Sects whatever, have liberty to exercise their several professions.
Newport, the chief town is situated upon and Island of about 16 miles in length and 4 or 5 in breadth, called Rhode Island, whence the Province takes its name. It is the Capital City and contains nearly 10,000 Inhabitants. It has a Town House, Market House, Library and a spacious Parade, but there is few private – Buildings in it worth notice."
Cultural Origin
English
Medium
ink on paper
Extent
42 1/2" x 30 1/2"
Collection
Source
Gift of Mr. George H. Warren, 1967.
Identifier
PSNC.2349
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