1650 French map by Nicolas Sanson D'Abbeville entitled "Amérique Septentrionale." Caddo groups including the Nacquatex are shown 400-500 miles east of their actual locations, reflecting the poor knowledge of North American geography at that time.
Detail of 1650 French map by Nicolas Sanson D'Abbeville entitled "Amérique Septentrionale." Caddo groups such as the Nacguatex are shown 400-500 miles east of their actual locations, reflecting the poor knowledge of North American geography at that time. Click to view larger image.
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