‘Trigonometrical Plan of the Back-water of Debai by Lieut.t R. Cogan under the direction of Lt. J.M. Guy, H.C.Marine. 1822. Drawn by M. Houghton’
Date:
1822/1822
Description:
Abstract: Distinctive Features:Depths shown by soundings.Hand drawn nautical chart of the shores of the Persian Gulf compiled from the survey carried out by the Bombay Marine’s officers in 1822 showing Debai [Dubai]. The town gates and ‘Sheeks house’ labelled with the location of date plantation and fresh water wells marked.Place names given both in English and Arabic.Includes notes on water levels and soundings with latitude and longitude of the ‘Western Tower’ reported.Oriented with west to the top.Physical description: Materials:Pen and ink with wash on paperDimensions:452 x 475 mm, on sheet 498 x 555 mm