Old Battle of New Orleans, 1874 Map: Jackson Square, Custom House, State House, Lafayette Square, Mississippi River hobart Detailed representations of various forts

Detailed representations of various forts and towers built to protect the strait from invaders

The chart is a fine example of the engraving skills of the period

From the strategically important fort and castle to the quintessentially Mediterranean windmill and watermill

and buildings

This map is not only a significant historical document but also a reflection of the high quality of British cartography

Old Battle of New Orleans, 1874 Map: Jackson Square, Custom House, State House, Lafayette Square, Mississippi River hobart Detailed representations of various fortsThe "Battle of New Orleans for Freedom, September 14, 1874" is a captivating historical artifact, meticulously crafted by the esteemed City Surveyor, Thomas Sydenham Hardee. This map provides an intricate portrayal of the infamous Battle of New Orleans, a pivotal yet tragic episode in the post Civil War Reconstruction era. Hardee's detailed cartography vividly illustrates the positions and movements of the combatants, offering a rare and invaluable