Map of Groot Atjeh is a Dutch cartographic work dated circa 1873 that depicts the interior of Atjeh (Aceh), including river systems, topography, and the locations of Dutch bivouacs during the 1875‑1876 campaigns. The map is reproduced in the De geschiedenis van het Nederlandsche Korps Mariniers (page 471) and was used by the Korps Mariniers for operational planning.
Features
- Scale and Legend – Shows major rivers such as the Peusangan River and the routes of marine columns.
- Bivouac Sites – Marks the temporary camps referred to as “Bivaks op Groot Atjeh”.
- Strategic Points – Highlights fortified towns like Banda Aceh and interior strongholds.
Historical Context
The map reflects Dutch attempts to chart the difficult terrain of Aceh for military purposes during the early phase of the Aceh War.
See Also
Source
De geschiedenis van het Nederlandsche Korps Mariniers van 1665‑1945, OCR edition, pp. 471‑472.