Nations & Cannons
Cloth Map: Boston, 1776
Experience Revolutionary War Boston as few have seen it—with this full-color cloth map of Boston in 1776, created when the city was under British occupation and surrounded by patriot forces commanded by George Washington. Originally drawn by loyalist cartographer Henry Pelham and engraved by Francis Jukes, this map includes detailed annotations intended for the British Army and its allies, offering a rare strategic perspective on the Siege of Boston.
Printed on a crease-resistant cotton-polyester blend, this large 35 × 26.5 inch map makes a striking and durable wall hanging. The fabric is machine washable and iron-safe on low heat, blending historical elegance with modern practicality.
Every purchase includes a QR code link to the Colonial Gazette PDF, featuring a 4-page annotated guide that explores Boston’s neighborhoods, fortifications, geography, and its critical role in the opening year of the American Revolution.
The artwork has been carefully restored from the original 18th-century document, preserving authentic imperfections while enhancing clarity. Each piece is printed using eco-friendly, water-based inks, then cut and hemmed by hand, resulting in subtle, natural variations and minor shrinkage common to handcrafted textiles.
Features
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Full-color 1776 reproduction map of Boston and surrounding towns
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Size: 35 × 26.5 inches
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Printed on a crease-resistant cotton/polyester blend
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Machine washable; iron on low heat
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Includes QR-linked Colonial Gazette PDF with 4 pages of historical annotations
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Based on Henry Pelham & Francis Jukes’s 1775–1776 mapped depiction of the Siege of Boston
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Printed with eco-friendly, water-based inks
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Hand-cut and hemmed; slight variations and minimal shrinkage possible
A perfect decor piece for history enthusiasts, teachers, reenactors, and anyone fascinated by the dramatic opening chapter of the American Revolution.
