The Journey to Iowa
Western U.S. shown in 1776 map
Mississippi River From Pike's Peak
Map of Iowa and Bordering States
The Viceboy at Anchor in the Roads in Galway Bay
Immigrating by Steamer, ca. 1901
Immigrants Adjust to New Lives
Mapping the West
Time Frame: 1700's
This map shows that in 1776 land west of the Mississippi, including Iowa, was divided into large masses by European governments. The map displays the area that would later become the Louisianna Purchase.
Library of Congress, Geography and Map Division
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