File:The World's progress.jpg

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The World's progress. Published by Ensign, Bridgman, & Fanning, 156 William Street, N.Y. Entered 1854 ....

An unusual timeline map in the form of a pictorial rolled map of the world, with elaborate borders, attached to wooden rod. Surrounded by Universal Dial Plate Or Times Of All Nations, various vignettes with explanation of the regions, kingdoms, and countries, lists of inventions and discoveries, distribution of men, A.D. Incidents of American history, Distinguished Americans, etc.
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