Louisiana 1755 Here we see Indian villages, French forts and St. Philippe who's residents were convinced to relocate to the new trading post of St. Louis in 1764.  Notice the name of I.Douce (soft) which later becomes Loutre (Otter) Island and that of la Grand Rocher (Big Rock).   Larger Use your browser's back button to return Zoom Map info:  Canada, Louianiane et Terres Angloises.  Anville, Monsieur de. Maps are intended for research and education on the areas of Gasconade, Maries and Osage Counties, MO.  All zoom views are to this area. Courtesy: David Rumsey Collection

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