East part of Ulster, c.1594-1603 (laid on linen)

Unknown Artist, (16th century) This map was drawn to demonstrate to Queen Elizabeth the strategic importance of establishing possession of Strangford Lough and basing the Principal Officer of the Munsters there. Reference is made to Sir John de Courcy's invasion of Ulster from the Isle of Man in the 13th century. Probably drawn after the start of the Nine Years Rebellion (1594-1603). Bound sheet. Col. ms. Medium: Laid on linen. Scale: [ca. 1:350 000 (scale)]. Cartographic Note: North at 90 degrees. Scale in English and Irish miles. Contents Note: Pictorial decoration: ships, John de Courcy, merman, fish.