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Map of Abbey Wood, part of Erith or Lesnes Manor on the eastern boundary of Woolwich, Kent, 1791

Map of Abbey Wood, part of Erith or Lesnes Manor on the eastern boundary of Woolwich, Kent, 1791


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Map of Abbey Wood, part of Erith or Lesnes Manor on the eastern boundary of Woolwich, Kent, 1791

Map of Abbey Wood, part of Erith or Lesnes Manor on the eastern boundary of Woolwich, Kent, 1791. The map shows field names and acreages

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Media ID 15180868

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Abbey Wood Bexley Cartography County Greenwich Kent Map Making Woolwich Erith


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> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Boroughs > Bexley

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Boroughs > City of London

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Boroughs > Greenwich

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Abbey Wood

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Bexley

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Erith

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Greenwich

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Woolwich

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Maps


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - the "Map of Abbey Wood, part of Erith or Lesnes Manor on the eastern boundary of Woolwich, Kent" from 1791. Created during the 18th century, this map is a testament to the artistry and precision of cartography in that era. The intricate details captured in ink and watercolor transport us back to a time when Abbey Wood was an integral part of Bexley, London. The field names and acreages meticulously recorded on this map provide valuable insights into the rural landscape that once graced this area. As we gaze upon this colorful snapshot from centuries past, we are reminded of England's rich heritage and its deep connection to its countryside. The anonymous creator behind this masterpiece has left their mark on British cartography with their skillful use of pen and color. Preserved within Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this map serves as both a historical artifact and a work of art. Its presence evokes curiosity about life in Kent during the eighteenth century - what stories lie hidden beneath those fields? Let us appreciate this image for its intrinsic value - not for commercial purposes but rather as a window into our collective past. It reminds us that maps are not mere navigational tools; they hold within them tales waiting to be discovered by those who dare to explore.

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