Political Magazine

The Political Magazine and Parliamentary, Naval, Military and Literary Journal, printed for J. Bew of Paternoster Row, London, was a significant periodical of the late 18th century, running from 1780 to 1785. It combined detailed coverage of parliamentary proceedings, naval and military affairs, and broader political commentary, with a strong emphasis on geopolitical context. Notably, the magazine is valued today for its inclusion of finely engraved maps and plans, many of which were specially prepared for each issue—offering contemporary visual documentation of key locations and military campaigns, especially during the American Revolutionary War and the evolving tensions in Europe and the colonies. These maps, often based on original surveys and intelligence, were a defining feature of the publication and are now highly sought after by collectors for their historical insight and cartographic quality.