"Das Nordlichste Land der Erde, Entdeckt 1616 bis 1861", Petermann, Augustus Herman

This unique map traces the history of exploration of the Baffin Bay region from 1616 to 1861. Starting with the Bylot and Baffin voyage to find the Northwest Passage, which resulted in the mapping out of the bay and the discovery of Smith Sound, the sheet shows the discoveries of each successive expedition: Ross in 1818, Inglefield in 1852, Kane in 1855, and, finally, the Hayes in 1861. Here, the map reflects Hayes' false claims of having traveled to 81°35' North, 70°30' West. Published by Justus Perthes.

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Condition: A

Issued folding with faint toning along one of the folds.