Comparative View of the Extent and Population of the Colonial Possessions of Great Britain and Other Powers 1829

day South Africa), little more than coastal outposts. The Hudson's Bay Territory (much of present-day Canada) is shown as extending into several states of the American Pacific Northwest, reflecting British claims to this territory that were not abandoned until 1846, when the U.S.-- Canada border was set by treaty at 49° North. The map was produced by James Wyld (1790--1836), geographer to the king and founder of a map-publishing firm that was carried on by his son, James Wyld the Younger (1812--87).

Created by James Wyld in 1829.

• Title devised, in English, by Library staff.
• Original resource extent: 1 map : dissected and mounted on linen, color ; 39 x 55 centimeters.
• Original resource at: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Libraries.
• Content in English.
• Description based on data extracted from World Digital Library, which may be extracted from partner institutions.

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