The jansson-visscher map of new netherland, first published in 1650. On the left are illustrations of typical indian villages, while the lower right inset shows a picture of new amsterdam. This copy is a later recoloration to reflect later borders with new england. See also image:map-novi belgii novæque angliæ (amsterdam, 1685). Jpg. Legend in dutch:nieuw amsterdam op 't eylant manhattan. A. Het fort (the fortress) b. De kerck (the church) c. De wintmolen (the windmill) d. Dese vlagge wert opgehaelt als daer schepen in de haven komen (this flag was hoisted when ships arrive in the harbour) e. 't gevangen huys (the prison) f. De h. Generaels huys (house of lord general) g. 't gerecht (the tribunal) h. De kaeck (the pillory) i. Compagnies pachuys (warehouse of the company) k. Stads herberch (town hotel). Date: 1650.
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