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Fielding Lucas Jr. was an American cartographer, engraver, bookseller, and publisher based in Baltimore during the early nineteenth century. He produced maps, charts, and atlases, including A General Atlas Containing Distinct Maps of All the Known Countries in the World, issued in 1823. His publications helped supply American schools, households, travelers, and commercial readers with domestically produced geographic reference works.
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Who was Fielding Lucas Jr.?
Fielding Lucas Jr. was an American cartographer, engraver, bookseller, and publisher based in Baltimore. He was active during the early nineteenth century and worked across both mapmaking and print production.
What atlas is Fielding Lucas Jr. known for?
He is associated with A General Atlas Containing Distinct Maps of All the Known Countries in the World. The atlas brought together separate regional and national maps for reference use.
Where did Fielding Lucas Jr. work?
Fielding Lucas Jr. was based in Baltimore, Maryland. His work reflects the city's role as an important American center for bookselling, engraving, and geographic publishing in the early 1800s.
Did Fielding Lucas Jr. only make maps?
No. His work also included engraving, bookselling, and publishing, so his role covered the full process of producing and distributing geographic books. He issued maps, charts, and atlases rather than working only as a surveyor.
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