Colorado’s Hidden Cartographic History | Colorado Springs News

P.J. Anderson’s new book, “The Mapping of Colorado,” unveils nearly 90 rare historical maps—some dating back to the 1700s—that reveal how explorers, settlers, and Indigenous peoples shaped our understanding of the land before it became a state. From Spanish-named mountains to French-labeled rivers, these maps tell a story of colonization, forgotten contributions, and scientific evolution. Anderson highlights Bernardo de Miera y Pacheco’s 1777 map as the earliest known firsthand depiction, and traces how later expeditions refined early sketches into the accurate geography we know today. More than a history book, this is a living archive—a legacy meant to inspire curiosity and uncover more hidden stories in every fold of these ancient charts. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d1a1b99b81128ff9