This fascinating map recording the military history of England, Wales and Ireland was first published in John Speed’s ‘Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine’ in 1627. In this issue a separate world atlas entitled ‘A Prospect of the most Famous Parts of the World’ was first published. Bound between the two works was this map. The map is derived from John Speed’s separately issued map similarly entitled published c.1601 which survives in just five known examples. This map is engraved by Cornelis Danckerts for George Humble. The battles recorded include the Norman invasion of 1066 and all subsequent conflicts through 1588 and the Spanish Armada. A trail of ships up through the North Sea marks the Armada’s defeat. Small illustrations of opposing troops mark the site of battles. Shirley (1991) nos. 239 & 397.