Thomas Richardson (cartographer)
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Thomas Richardson was a Scottish
cartographer Cartography (; from grc, χάρτης , "papyrus, sheet of paper, map"; and , "write") is the study and practice of making and using maps. Combining science, aesthetics and technique, cartography builds on the premise that reality (or an im ...
in the 18th century. The "Manor" Map of 1771 now in the Museum of Richmond-upon-Thames bears the following inscription: "Plan of the Royal Manor of Richmond, otherwise West Sheen, in the county of Surry. Taken under the direction of Peter Burrell Esq. His Majesty's Surveyor General in the year 1771 by Thomas Richardson in York Street, Cavendish Square, London."


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