Plattegrond van een deel van de verdedigingswerken van Bergen op Zoom, 1747 1747

This anonymous, detailed, 18th-century map, "Plattegrond van een deel van de verdedigingswerken van Bergen op Zoom, 1747," from the Rijksmuseum, depicts the fortifications of Bergen op Zoom in the Netherlands. Created in 1747, the map's intricate lines show the city's defenses during a period of military conflict. The map offers a glimpse into the strategic landscape and the importance of fortifications during that time. The map's meticulous details, including the surrounding terrain, the various forts, and the moats, provide a valuable historical record of military architecture.