Northern Approaches Maine to the Maritimes Map 1985 Side 2

This map of the Northern Approaches represents Side Two of a two-map set published in February 1985 as part of the "Making of America" series. Highlighting the rich history of the Maritimes and New England, this educational map includes a physical relief map of the region, an abundance of historical information, and four inset maps representing particular historical periods.

The 1985 Northern Approaches Maine and the Maritimes map Side 2 features:
• An introduction to the early history of the region
• A map of the region ca 1000-1630 which includes tribal groups, Indian villages, trading routes, missions, fisheries, whaling, and forts or trading stations
• The Northeast Contested map showing the region from 1630-1763 including French and English settlements and possessions, colonist and refugee routes, and industrial sites such as iron forges and shipyards
• A map detailing the region's changing economy from 1850-1950 including land use, natural resources, and declining and expanding manufacturing areas
• The Cultural Imprint map from 1950 to the present showing English-speaking and French-speaking areas, petroleum exploration areas, ski areas, resorts, and more
• A text overview of each historical period highlighted in the four maps
• Colorful illustrations

Coverage Area: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, eastern Quebec