Old Map of Lower East Side, Manhattan by Bromley, 1879: James, Market, Pike, Rutgers Slip, Chatham Square russia a massive 14th-century royal fortress

a massive 14th-century royal fortress

Observant naturalists will note that the Louisiana Heron (or ardea ludoviciana) doesn't exist any more

This map shows all the information they had gathered during that time

providing a tranquil setting for outdoor activities and relaxation

The map provides a unique opportunity to explore the historic county of Dorset

Old Map of Lower East Side, Manhattan by Bromley, 1879: James, Market, Pike, Rutgers Slip, Chatham Square russia a massive 14th-century royal fortressThis exquisite map hails from 1879, a creation of the esteemed cartographer G. W. Bromley, showcasing a segment of New York City's vibrant past. It illustrates the intricacies of Lower East Side's Ward 10, along with parts of wards 4, 7, and 13. The map is a hand colored lithograph that not only delineates streets and blocks with exceptional precision but also highlights the built environment of the era, including buildings, steam railways, and even