Alabama State Map (1892)

Original color antique Alabama state map and vicinity from 1892 published and engraved by George F. Cram Chicago, IL. Also shows parts of Florida’s western panhandle, eastern Mississippi, western Georgia, and southern Tennessee. George F. Cram began producing maps after serving in the American Civil War.  Cram initially produced maps for traveling salesmen but after the great Chicago fire of 1871 re-established the company producing and selling colorful maps and atlases. The company has now become one of the leading map and globe firms in the United States.