HISTORIX Vintage 1825 Map of Greenville and 41 similar items

This property ownership and county map of the Greenville District of South Carolina was produced in 1825 and provides a sense of the rich history of the region. Printed to scale and used as a valuable resource for the merchants and residents of the area, this map connects the viewer to the past. Modern-day Greenville lies atop land initially forbidden to colonists as it was Cherokee hunting land. In 1777 the Treaty of Dewitts Corner and agreement between the Cherokee Nation and American colonists ceded the territory to South Carolina. The County was established in 1786, and locals say the area was named for General Nathanael Greene in honor of his service in the American Revolutionary War. Greene was known as one of George Washingtons most gifted and dependable Generals and brought American victory in the Battles of Guilford Court House, Hobkirks Hill, and Eutaw Springs. This map pre-dates the annexation of Pleasantburg in 1831 and was printed for Mills Atlas to depict all ownership and property claims. The publisher of the atlas later went on the design the Washington Monument. Mills was also the architect for the original Greenville Courthouse, which was completed in 1823. The economy at this time relied heavily on cotton and wool milling, and the numerous mills were documented here. The town eventually became home to the Greenville and Columbia Railway, causing the city to grow as a central hub, and allowing residents more access to the rest of the state and country. Our museum quality giclee print comes printed with archival ink on premium heavyweight matte paper. Shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube your print will arrive ready to be framed. This eye-catching print makes the perfect gift for anyone that loves history and imagery. Additional Details ------------------------------ Bullet point: VINTAGE MAP REPRODUCTION: You?ll love this high quality historic reproduction of 1825 Map of Greenville District South Carolina Poster. Our museum quality maps are archival grade, which means it will look great and last without fading for over 100 years. Our print to order maps are made in the USA and each map is inspected for quality. This beautiful artwork is a perfect addition to your themed decor. Vintage maps look great in the home, study or office. They make a perfect gift as well. Product description: This property ownership and county map of the Greenville District of South Carolina was produced in 1825 and provides a sense of the rich history of the region. Printed to scale and used as a valuable resource for the merchants and residents of the area, this map connects the viewer to the past. Modern-day Greenville lies atop land initially forbidden to colonists as it was Cherokee hunting land. In 1777 the Treaty of Dewitt?s Corner and agreement between the Cherokee Nation and American colonists ceded the territory to South Carolina. The County was established in 1786, and locals say the area was named for General Nathanael Greene in honor of his service in the American Revolutionary War. Greene was known as one of George Washingtons? most gifted and dependable Generals and brought American victory in the Battles of Guilford Court House, Hobkirk?s Hill, and Eutaw Springs. This map pre-dates the annexation of Pleasantburg in 1831 and was printed for Mills? Atlas to depict all ownership and property claims. The publisher of the atlas later went on the design the Washington Monument. Mills was also the architect for the original Greenville Courthouse, which was completed in 1823. The economy at this time relied heavily on cotton and wool milling, and the numerous mills were documented here. The town eventually became home to the Greenville and Columbia Railway, causing the city to grow as a central hub, and allowing residents more access to the rest of the state and country. Our museum quality giclee print comes printed with archival ink on premium heavyweight matte paper. Shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube your print will arrive ready to be framed. This eye-catching print makes the perfect gift for anyone that loves history and imagery.