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Promoting National Bohemian Beer
This pictorial map, A Map of the Chesapeake Bay "Land of Pleasant Living", was drawn by Edwin Tunis and published by the National Brewing Company in Baltimore. The map offers a richly illustrated depiction of the history and development of the Chesapeake Bay area.
The colorful and detailed illustrations throughout the map highlight key historical sites, events, and industries that shaped the region. Among the many depictions are the site of Werowcomoco, the home of Chief Powhatan; Mount Vernon, the estate of George Washington; oyster dredging operations, a major industry in the Chesapeake; and the wild ponies of Chincoteague, a distinctive feature of Virginia’s barrier islands. Each location is accompanied by notations that provide historical context, reinforcing the significance of the Chesapeake Bay in American history.
The left and right margins feature vignettes depicting important sites, historical events, and various types of sailboats and ships. These include colonial settlements, British soldiers, and maritime vessels that played crucial roles in the region’s economic and military history. A large, stylized compass rose in the upper right corner adds a navigational motif, while a distance scale featuring dividers provides a functional measurement tool.
Edwin Burdette Tunis was an American painter, mural artist, book illustrator, radio announcer, actor, theater set designer, and author known for his well researched historical works and detailed illustrations. His career spanned multiple creative disciplines, but he is best remembered for his richly illustrated books that brought American history to life for young readers.
Tunis authored and illustrated several acclaimed books, including Oars, Sails, and Steam: A Picture Book of Ships, Weapons, Wheels, Colonial Living, and Indians. His talent as a children's writer was recognized in 1962 when he was named a runner-up for the prestigious Newbery Medal. Additionally, he received the Thomas A. Edison Foundation Children's Book Award for special excellence in portraying America's past, cementing his reputation as a leading figure in historical illustration and children's literature.
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