Old Map of Shrewsbury in 1746 by John Rocque - River Severn, Frankwell, Welsh Bridge, Stone Bridge, Bowling Green Size:37x50in (94x127cm) Published in 1588 by Georg

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Old Map of Shrewsbury in 1746 by John Rocque - River Severn, Frankwell, Welsh Bridge, Stone Bridge, Bowling Green Size:37x50in (94x127cm) Published in 1588 by GeorgThis wonderful old map of Shrewsbury was originally published in 1746. It was created by John Rocque. This handcoloured plan map of Shrewsbury shows how the town looked almost 300 years ago. The most recognisable part of the town is the shape of the land surrounded by the River of Severn (the longest river in England). During the 18th century, Shrewsbury was an important market town and had a strategic position near the border of Wales and England. It