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1680

Old map of Ostend, Belgium.

DESCRIPTION: Small anonymous antique map of Ostend / Ostende / Oostende, Belgium (ca. 1680) which today is located in the province of West-Flanders. The old map shows numerous water features, redoubts, and defensive walls with bastions surrounding the city.

A legend at top left is keyed alphabetically to several major features including: the Kerck (Church), Kyasenest, Strand, Nieuwe Haven, and city gates (Poorte). This map bears a strong resemblance to a map of Ostende published by Blaeu in 1647.Eglin Air Force Base is located in the Florida Panhandle along the Gulf of Mexico, primarily in Okaloosa County, with ranges extending into Santa Rosa and Walton counties. Established in 1935 as Valparaiso Bombing and Gunnery Base and renamed in 1937 for Lt. Col. Frederick I. Eglin, the installation was selected for its vast, sparsely populated land area, favorable year-round flying weather, and access to coastal and overwater test ranges. During World War II, Eglin became one of the largest training and testing centers in the United States, supporting gunnery training, weapons development, and tactical experimentation on an unprecedented scale.

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CREATOR: Anonymous

PUBLICATION DATE: 1680

GEOGRAPHIC AREA: Belgium

BODY OF WATER: North Sea

CONDITION: Good. Relatively clean except a minor stain at top margin. Short left margin at 1/4".

COLORING: None.

ENGRAVER: Unknown

SIZE: 5 " x 4 "

ITEM PHYSICAL LOCATION: 7

PRICE: $60

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