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Sketch map of the blockade of Savannah

Sketch map of the blockade of Savannah

Descriptive Summary

Title: Sketch map of the blockade of Savannah
Creator: Unknown
Inclusive Dates: circa 1779
Language(s): English
Extent: 1 folder(s)
Collection Number: ms976
Repository: Hargrett Map Collection
Location: Original in Vault.

Collection Description

Scope and Content

The collection consists of a sketch map of the blockade of Savannah and the attack against the British on October 9, 1779. The British, rebel, and French camps are indicated as well as major roads and swamps. The battle strategy is well marked by lines of attack, false attack, and location of batteries.


Administrative Information

Preferred Citation

Sketch map of the blockade of Savannah, ms976, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Finding Aid Publication

Finding aid prepared on: 2015.


Related Materials and Subjects

Subject Terms

Maps, Military.
Savannah (Ga.) -- History -- Siege, 1779.
Savannah (Ga.) -- History, Military.
Savannah (Ga.) -- Maps.
United States -- History -- Blockades -- Revolution, 1775-1783.

Series Descriptions and Folder Listing

 
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11Map, circa 1779