William Crossing - Dartmoor


Two maps of Dartmoor.


The Ancient Crosses of Dartmoor

Published 1887 with a Map of Dartmoor (185 x 120 mm).



The Old Stone Crosses of the Dartmoor Borders

Published 1892 with a Sketch Map of Dartmoor Showing the Border Town and Villages (190 x 120 mm).




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