From the early days of the fur trade and Puritan settlements to the hub of technology and education that it is today, New England has a rich past and a exciting future. Explore the history of settlement, revolution, immigration, and industry in New England with this educational map. Published in February 1987, this work is half of a two-map set in the "Making of America" series.
The 1987 New England map Side 2 features:• A historical introduction and colorful illustrations
• Six maps detailing specific eras of New England history
• Indian cultural groups, Indian villages, missions, forts and trading posts, and fisheries
• Puritan era land grants, plantation areas, shipbuilding, sawmills, migrations, and more
• An inset map of the 1777 attempt to isolate New England
• Information on the various industries including fisheries, educational centers, high-tech manufacturing, forestry, and more
• Immigrant information including where various peoples settled and what brought them to New England
Coverage Area: Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, eastern New York, northern New Jersey, southern Quebec
| Geography | New England |
|---|---|
| Geotype | Region |
| Map Type | Historical Maps |
| Publisher | NG Classic |
| Usage Type | Classroom Maps |