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Auction: 25003 - Orders, Decorations and Medals
Lot: 173

(x) Maps and materials related to The Battles of Alexandria and Copenhagen

Four maps detailing battle plans and operations during the Battle of Alexandria on 13 March 1801, including plans specific to Major General Coote’s landing to the westward of Alexandria (4); To also include the pamphlet “A Correct Account of the Battle of Alexandria. With, a Sketch of the Campaign in Egypt, under Sir Ralph Abercrombie. And, a general outline of the Great Picture, painted by Robert Ker Porter.”, printed in New York, 1804; and three maps detailing Lord Nelson’s attack on the Danish Line at the Battle of Copenhagen on 2 April 1801 (3), most maps with folds, creases and a few with minor stains, but overall in good condition, the pamphlet with some ageing and stains but text clear and legible (8)

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Estimate
£60 to £80

Starting price
£50