Plan van de versterkingen van Aire, 1794 1794

"Plan van de versterkingen van Aire, 1794" is a detailed map by Cornelis van Baarsel, a Dutch cartographer and engraver, depicting the fortifications of the town of Aire-sur-la-Lys in 1794. The map was published in Amsterdam, likely for a military or strategic purpose, and uses a detailed visual language to convey the layout of the town, its surrounding fortifications, and the surrounding landscape. The map's detailed representation of the military fortifications, buildings, and natural features offers valuable insights into the strategic importance of Aire during this period, making it a fascinating historical document.