The 1891 Washington DC Cartographic Relic is an original antique color lithographed map offering a fascinating glimpse into the historical details of Washington, DC over 130 years ago.
This map showcases intricate labeling of two canals - the Chesapeake & Ohio and the Washington & Alexandria, along with the aqueduct connecting them across the Potomac River.
Additionally, notable landmarks such as the ferry crossing between Roslyn and Georgetown, the construction progress on the Long Bridge, and the track alignments of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad are depicted, providing a rich historical context of the era.
Other features highlighted include Alexander's Island, the President's House before it was known as the White House, and various significant points of interest like Wormley's Hotel and the Marine Barracks.

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The map has excellent historical detail, and it labels two canals: the Chesapeake & Ohio and the Washington & Alexandria, as well as the aqueduct across the Potomac linking them.
Original 1891 antique color lithographed map of Washington, DC, printed more than 130 years ago.