George Town and Federal City, or City of Washington

Item

Item sets
Mall Histories
Washington
Title
George Town and Federal City, or City of Washington
Creator
T. Cartwright (London) Cartographer after George Beck, (Landscape painter)
Date
1801
Description
By 1800, the new capital city had begun to develop near the Potomac in the view down the river from the port of Georgetown. Rolling hills, prolific vegetation, and the powerful Potomac river promised a beautiful Capitol city and vibrant commercial trade.
Publisher
Atkins & Nightingale, London & Philadelphia
Extent
57.5 x 45cm (original)
Source
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. View original.
Coverage
1800-1829
Original Format
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