"Map No. 2. From the Rio Grande to the Pacific Ocean…under the direction of the Hon. Jefferson Davis…by Lieut. A.W. Whipple, Topogl. Engrs. And Lieut. J.C. Ives, Topogl. Engrs.", Whipple, Amiel Weekes

An impressive and notable map that covers the railroad surveys between Albuquerque and Los Angeles. Insets: Sketches Aztec Pass & Campbell's Pass from Agua Azul to Salt Spring. It carries the route from Isleta (on the Rio Grande) past Laguna through Campbell's Pass and down the Rio Puerco of the West across the Territory of New Mexico/Arizona to Los Angeles. Topography and hydrography are shown in great detail. Zuni and Inscription Rock are shown on the trail of Lt. Beckwith in 1847.

References: Wheat TMW 875.

Condition: B

Backed with archival tissue, toned along folds.