This information-rich 1846 map of what was Mexico shows the different states of Mexico along with their area in square miles, their populations, their produce, and their capitals. In present-day, this map covers what is California, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado. The map also contains a table of distances. In the inset, the map highlights the roads to and from Vera Cruz & Alvarado to Mexico. It shows the various colonies throughout Texas, lakes, rivers, mountains, and islands. Native American settlements are also displayed in great detail.