Antique map of Palestine, the Holy Land, 1861

Samuel Augustus Mitchell Jr. was an American geographer and cartographer who was active in the 19th century. He is known for his contributions to the field of cartography, particularly his atlases and maps. In 1864, Samuel Augustus Mitchell Jr. created a map titled "A New Map of Palestine or the Holy Land." This map, like many of his other works, was intended to provide detailed geographic and topographic information about the region.

The map would have depicted the Holy Land, which encompasses modern-day Israel, Palestine, and parts of neighboring countries, with a focus on significant biblical sites and landmarks. These maps often included illustrations, notations, and details about historical events and biblical references associated with various locations.

Samuel Augustus Mitchell Jr. (1835-1902) was an American geographer and cartographer who continued the work of his father, Samuel Augustus Mitchell Sr., in producing maps and atlases. He was born in Bristol, Connecticut, and he inherited the family mapmaking business from his father. Mitchell Jr. is best known for his contributions to American cartography during the 19th century.

Samuel Augustus Mitchell Jr. published numerous maps and atlases during his career. His maps covered various regions, including the United States, Europe, and the Holy Land. These maps were popular for their accuracy and attention to detail.

The Mitchell Publishing Company continued to produce maps and atlases well into the late 19th century. However, it faced financial difficulties and was eventually acquired by another prominent map publisher, Rand McNally, in 1890.

Samuel Augustus Mitchell Jr. made significant contributions to the dissemination of geographic knowledge during his time. His maps and atlases are considered important historical documents, reflecting the cartographic and geographic understanding of the 19th century.

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