Alfred O. Halsey, Historic Charleston on a Map: showing original high tide water lines, fortifications, boroughs, great fires, historic information, etc.

Alfred O. Halsey, Historic Charleston on a Map: showing original high tide water lines, fortifications, boroughs, great fires, historic information, etc.

$40

Discover Charleston's remarkable past through this beautifully detailed reproduction of Alfred O. Halsey's celebrated historic map. Rich with information and intricate illustrations, this striking print traces the evolution of the city by depicting original high tide water lines, early fortifications, borough boundaries, major fires, and many of Charleston's most significant historic buildings and landmarks.

Beyond its detailed cartography, the map serves as a visual timeline of Charleston and South Carolina history, listing Charleston's mayors, South Carolina governors, devastating natural disasters, yellow fever epidemics, and important battles that helped shape the region. The historic outline of the Charleston peninsula is superimposed over a 1946 city engineer's map, offering a fascinating comparison between the city's early landscape and its modern form.

A wonderful piece for history enthusiasts, map collectors, educators, and anyone who loves Charleston, this reproduction makes an impressive addition to any home, office, library, or study.

Printed in the lower left corner is the notation: "From the collections of the South Carolina Historical Society. 2023."

Dimensions: 24" x 36"
Available Options:
• Print Only – $40

• Framed Print – $600 

Please Note: This is a reproduction print and is not an original Alfred O. Halsey map. The original map is held in the collections of the South Carolina Historical Society.

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