This antique map from 1665 titled ‘Typvs Frisiae Orientalis’ depicts the eastern region of Frisia, which is now part of Germany. Frisia was a region encompassing parts of the Netherlands, Germany, and Denmark. The map shows the various cities, towns, and landmarks located in the region, with Aurich, Leer, and Emden marked centrally.
Germany in the early 17th century was a collection of independent states, with the Holy Roman Empire spanning across much of the region. The country was experiencing a period of religious conflict, with the Thirty Years’ War raging on between Protestant and Catholic territories. The map also shows the Netherlands bordering the region, which at the time was under Dutch control and experiencing a period of economic growth and prosperity.
