Ref Number: 00246
Ref Number: 00246
Original copperplate engraving by Alain Manesson Mallet (1630-1706) from “Description de l’Univers. Vol V.” from 1683
Mallet Isle of Wight Map 1683
A French engineer and cartographer by the name of Alain Manesson Mallet. He began his career as a soldier in Louis XIV’s army, rose through the ranks to become a Sergeant-Major in the artillery, and was eventually promoted to the position of Inspector of Fortifications. Before returning to France and being sent to Louis XIV’s court, he worked for the King of Portugal. Louis XIV was the monarch of France at the time.
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