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John Speeds Map of Berkshire 1611: Colour Print of County Map of Berkshire 1611 by John Speed

Author John Speed
Publisher Historical Images Ltd
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Author(s)John Speed
ISBN / ASIN1844912213
ISBN-139781844912216
Sales Rank99,999,999
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸

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Running along the top of the map is a fantastic illustration of Windsor Castle as seen from across the Thames. On its left side is a description of the names of those who had received the order of the garter, whilst on its right is an illustration of King James I wearing the robes and insignia of the order. A depiction and description of the battle of Radcott Bridge is shown on the left side of the map,and a scale of miles and a compass take up the bottom corners.