The Major William L.A. Ellis Collection

War Era Map of Savannah

Map of Coastline Near Savanna, 1856

 

One document found in Mr. Ellis' records was a map of St. Simons Sound and Brunswick Harbor, near Savanna, GA, dated 1856.  The map is apparently a sailing map and details depths and tides along this coast.  This map may have been used during the war.  Although we do not know if this was used as a battle map, it was retained by Capt. Ellis with his other war records for some reason.  Its wear also suggests it was carried around for a long period of time.

 

 Full Scan of the Map

 

 

The map is divided into six sections.  If you wish to see the detail, simply select the section you wish to view, and the section will expand to a larger view to see more detail. 

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