Vicinity of Boston, from Bunker Hill monument, 1853
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Vicinity of Boston, from Bunker Hill monument, 1853
Vicinity of Boston, from Bunker Hill monument, 1853. Print showing a bird s-eye view, looking north and west, of the city of Boston and notable landmarks of the surrounding communities. Includes numbered key identifying prominent features. Date 1853
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This 1853 print, titled "Vicinity of Boston, from Bunker Hill Monument," offers a breathtaking bird's-eye view of Boston and its surrounding communities. The vantage point is from the Bunker Hill Monument, located on Bunker Hill in Charlestown, Massachusetts, which commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill fought during the American Revolution in 1775. The image opens up with the Charles River flowing through the heart of the city, with the Boston Common and Public Garden situated on its eastern banks. The Massachusetts State House, with its iconic golden dome, stands proudly atop Beacon Hill, to the right of the river. The winding roads and grid-like streets of downtown Boston are clearly visible, leading to various neighborhoods such as Beacon Hill, Back Bay, and the North End. To the northwest, the print reveals the Charlestown Navy Yard and the Mystic River, with the Charlestown Bridge connecting it to the mainland. The prominent Bunker Hill Monument itself can be seen in the upper left corner, surrounded by the lush greenery of Bunker Hill Park. The print also identifies several other noteworthy landmarks, including the Old North Church, Paul Revere's House, and the USS Constitution, all of which played significant roles in the city's rich history. The intricate details and accurate depiction of the landscape make this print an invaluable historical record and a beautiful testament to the growth and development of Boston during the mid-19th century.
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