Territorial Period

For many more examples from this period, please visit a special online exhibit on Florida maps put on by the University of Miami Libraries by clicking here

Carte Geographique, Statistique et Historique de la Floride
Lucas, Fielding (1781-1854)
1825

Florida became a Territory of the U.S. in 1821 as a result of the Adams-Onis Treaty between the U.S. and Spain. At this time the Spanish government was more interested in the areas adjacent to Mexico and no longer had much interest in Florida.

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Map of the Seat of War in Florida
Mackay, Capt. John
1839

This very large (44”H x 31”W) copper engraved map of Florida is a favorite of Florida map collectors. The interior has details showing wooded areas, many roads, rivers, towns, battle sites, lakes and all the existing Seminole war forts (over 70).

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