A mapp of ye improved part of Pensilvania in America, divided into countyes, townships and lotts by Thomas Holme

A mapp of ye improved part of Pensilvania in America, divided into countyes, townships and lotts c. 1687

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"A Mapp of ye Improved Part of Pensilvania in America, Divided into Countyes, Townships and Lotts" is a meticulously detailed map of the Pennsylvania region created by Thomas Holme around 1687. Holme, the Surveyor General of Pennsylvania, produced this map to illustrate the planned development of the colony, showcasing the grid-like layout of townships and lots, and the prominent position of Philadelphia. The map reflects the systematic approach to land division and settlement that characterized early colonial expansion, offering a glimpse into the evolving landscape of America.