British America Collection

New England colonies just before the French and Indian War
NWI4853909 New England colonies just before the French and Indian War.; (add.info.: New England colonies just before the French and Indian War.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Old Map of British America, or Canada 1851 by John Tallis
A fine facimile artworked from an antique original map of British America or Canada, issued as part of the 1851 edition of John Tallis and Companys " The Illustrated Atlas

Viscount Monck, Governor-General of Canada (engraving)
1610905 Viscount Monck, Governor-General of Canada (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Viscount Monck, Governor-General of Canada)

Trading in British America - Arrival of a Dog Sleigh at Winnipeg Manitoba (engraving)
729298 Trading in British America - Arrival of a Dog Sleigh at Winnipeg Manitoba (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dawsons Glacier, British America (b / w photo)
5987348 Dawsons Glacier, British America (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dawsons Glacier, British America)

The pool at Banff Hot Springs, British America (b / w photo)
5987346 The pool at Banff Hot Springs, British America (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The pool at Banff Hot Springs, British America)

Historical map of the United States in 1854 - Scanned 1887 Engraving

North America 1852 Map

The Last Shift, 1765 (etching)
XJF2639782 The Last Shift, 1765 (etching) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Probably refers to the Stamp Act of 1765 which was an unpopular tax imposed on British)

Yellow pitcher plant, 18th century C013 / 6260
Yellow pitcher plant (Sarracenia flava) and other plants, 18th-century artwork. This watercolour, by British botanist William Young (1742-1785)

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Explore the rich history of British America as depicted in this Old Map from 1851 by John Tallis. From the governance of Viscount Monck, Governor-General of Canada, to the bustling trading scenes like the Arrival of a Dog Sleigh at Winnipeg Manitoba, this map offers a glimpse into the past. Witness the dramatic moments of the French and Indian War, such as French General Louis-Joseph de Montcalm's attempt to prevent his Native American allies from attacking British soldiers and civilians after the Battle of Fort William Henry. Travel through the vast landscapes of British America, from the awe-inspiring Dawsons Glacier to the relaxing Banff Hot Springs. Delve deeper into the history of the United States with this Historical Map of the United States in 1854. Experience the challenges of the early settlers in this era through The Last Shift, an etching from 1765. And don't forget to marvel at the unique wonders of nature, such as the 18th century Yellow Pitcher Plant.