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Auction 105, Lot 236

"Plan of the Battle of Buena-Vista Fought February 22nd and 23rd 1847", U.S. Corps of Engineers

Subject: Mexico

Period: 1847 (dated)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
20.5 x 16 inches
52.1 x 40.6 cm
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Lithographic map drawn by Capt. Linnard and surveyed by Lieutenants Pope and Franklin. A very detailed battle plan showing a crucial battle in the Mexican-American War. Outnumbered nearly 5 to 1, General Taylor's forces held, and finally defeated the advancing Mexican forces under General Santa Ana. A legend notes troop locations during the battle.

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Condition: A

Good impression with simple coloring. Some old repairs on a few minor tears on edges of margins, one longer and just entering map, closed on verso.

Estimate: $150 - $200

Sold for: $110

Closed on 12/3/2003

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