"Reconnaissance of Routes from San Antonio de Bexar to El Paso del Norte &c.", U.S. War Department

This map covers the region of Texas between the Rio Grande at left and east to include Matagorda Bay, Preston and Fort Washita. Good detail along routes, especially around San Antonio de Bexar, and mostly blank elsewhere. Shows a reconnaissance of 1849 in red and Lt. Whiting's route in blue. Filled with geographical information, forts, presidios, springs, fords, watering holes and much more. A fascinating sheet.

References: Wheat (TMW) #677.

Condition: B+

Several creases, and some chipping in the left margin. Fold separation in left margin repaired with tape. Usual age toning along folds.