Old Maps of Alexander City, Alabama for Metal Detecting

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Alexander City, AL maps

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  1. 1901 Map of Wetumpka
    1901 Map of Wetumpka
    1901 Wetumpka
    1901 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama at the dawn of the twentieth century was a landscape of river ferries and emerging rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named river crossings like Knights Ferry and Nobles Ferry or early community centers such as Nixburg and Eclectic.

  2. 1903 Map of Wetumpka
    1903 Map of Wetumpka
    1903 Wetumpka
    1903 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama at the turn of the century remains a landscape of river ferries and emerging rail lines along the Coosa River. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early locations of Sykes Mills, Liberty Church, and river crossings like Nobles Ferry.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1906 Map of Dadeville
    1906 Map of Dadeville
    1906 Dadeville
    1906 Print · USGS
    The Tallapoosa River valley is shown at the turn of the century, defined by its numerous river ferries and a burgeoning rail network. Genealogists can trace family roots through rural landmarks like Rocky Ridge Church, Mc Ritchie Mill, and the many river crossings including McCarty Ferry.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1953 Map of Montgomery, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Montgomery, 1964 Print
    1953 Montgomery
    1964 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama's river-and-rail corridor is mapped here in the mid-fifties, showing the vital connections between the capital and the Black Belt. Genealogists and historians can trace rail depots and crossroads from Marion Junction to Wetumpka, alongside landmarks like Craig AFB.
    4 unique versions available

  5. 1955 Map of Phenix City, 1964 Print
    1955 Map of Phenix City, 1964 Print
    1955 Phenix City
    1964 Print · USGS
    Post-war Alabama and Georgia meet along the Chattahoochee River as industry and military installations expand. Trace the rail lines of the Central of Georgia through towns like Opelika, Tuskegee, and Alexander City.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1956 Map of Montgomery
    1956 Map of Montgomery
    1956 Montgomery
    1956 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama in the mid-1950s shows a landscape defined by its great river systems and a booming military aviation presence. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Southern Railway and locate tactical bases like Maxwell AFB and Craig AFB.

  7. 1957 Map of Phenix City
    1957 Map of Phenix City
    1957 Phenix City
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Alabama-Georgia borderlands are captured here in the mid-fifties, centered on the bustling river crossing at Phenix City and Columbus. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of the Fort Benning Military Reservation or locate smaller textile and railroad towns like Langdale and Camp Hill.

  8. 1957 Map of Montgomery
    1957 Map of Montgomery
    1957 Montgomery
    1957 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama in the mid-fifties is defined by the winding Alabama River and a strategic network of military bases and rail lines. Trace family roots in Montgomery and Selma, or locate landmarks like Craig AFB and the State Capitol before the interstate era.

  9. 1958 Map of Phenix City
    1958 Map of Phenix City
    1958 Phenix City
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Alabama-Georgia borderlands thrive during the late fifties, anchored by the river-driven industry of Columbus and Phenix City. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Fort Benning, Auburn, and the textile towns of Fairfax and Lanett.

  10. 1971 Map of Dadeville, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Dadeville, 1973 Print
    1971 Dadeville
    1973 Print · USGS
    Tallapoosa County's landscape in the early 1970s is defined by the reaching waters of Martin Lake and the established rail lines of the Central of Georgia. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Spain Cem and Williams Cem, or trace rural congregations at Mt Zion Ch and Sandy Creek Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  11. 1971 Map of Alexander City, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Alexander City, 1973 Print
    1971 Alexander City
    1973 Print · USGS
    Alexander City and the northern shores of Martin Lake are captured here in the early seventies during a period of steady growth. Researchers can trace the town's expansion through sites like Alexander City, Russell High Sch, and Wind Creek State Park.
    3 unique versions available

  12. 1971 Map of Our Town, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Our Town, 1973 Print
    1971 Our Town
    1973 Print · USGS
    Tallapoosa County and the winding shores of Martin Lake are captured here in the early seventies as recreation and local life converged. Genealogists can trace family names at Mt Zion Cem and Mask Cem or locate the rural settlement of Our Town.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1971 Map of Kellyton, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Kellyton, 1973 Print
    1971 Kellyton
    1973 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama's rural landscape is captured here in the early seventies, centered on the railroad community of Kellyton. Local historians can trace family roots through numerous sites like Socapatoy Cem, Bradford Ch, and Jordan Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1971 Map of Jacksons Gap, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Jacksons Gap, 1974 Print
    1971 Jacksons Gap
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Tallapoosa River and Martin Lake define this Alabama landscape in the early seventies as the region balanced rural tradition with growing lakeside recreation. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Rocky Mount Ch, Fosheeton, and the Central of Georgia rail corridor.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1981 Map of Opelika, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Opelika, 1982 Print
    1981 Opelika
    1982 Print · USGS
    East Alabama and West Georgia appear in the early 1980s as a region defined by massive river reservoirs and the storied textile corridor. Genealogists can trace family roots through the valley towns of Lanett and Fairfax or locate sites near Horseshoe Bend National Military Park.

  16. 1986 Map of Clanton
    1986 Map of Clanton
    1986 Clanton
    1986 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama’s river-driven landscape is captured here in the mid-eighties, centered on the growth of Clanton and the hydroelectric lakes of the Coosa River. Genealogists and historians can trace the Old Indian Treaty Boundary or locate landmarks like Sykes Mill and Collins Chapel.

  17. 1987 Map of Clanton, 1990 Print
    1987 Map of Clanton, 1990 Print
    1987 Clanton
    1990 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama in the late eighties reveals a landscape of massive river reservoirs and forest reserves. Trace the rail-and-road corridors through Clanton and Wetumpka to find historic sites like Fort Toulouse and Collins Chapel.

  18. 2011 Map of Jacksons Gap, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Jacksons Gap, 2011 Print
    2011 Jacksons Gap
    2011 Print · USGS
    Tallapoosa County's river-fed landscape is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the upper reaches of the reservoir. Researchers can locate numerous family burial sites like Jackson Field Cemetery and historic crossings such as Hamlet Mill Bridge.

  19. 2011 Map of Dadeville, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Dadeville, 2011 Print
    2011 Dadeville
    2011 Print · USGS
    Lake Martin's complex shoreline and the growing community of Dadeville define this Tallapoosa County region in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists can locate several historic burial sites, including Old Rocky Mount and Lockhart Cemetery.

  20. 2011 Map of Kellyton, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Kellyton, 2011 Print
    2011 Kellyton
    2011 Print · USGS
    Tallapoosa County, Alabama, is documented here in the early twenty-first century as a landscape of small rural settlements and historic family sites. Researchers can trace local lineages through Kellyton, Socapatoy Cemetery, and the Doctor Kellys Private Cemetery along the banks of Elkahatchee Creek.

  21. 2011 Map of Our Town, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Our Town, 2011 Print
    2011 Our Town
    2011 Print · USGS
    The shoreline of Martin Lake in the early twenty-first century reveals a landscape of modern marinas and old crossroads. Local historians can trace the legacy of settlements like Our Town and Bulgers alongside family burial grounds at Mask Cemetery and Liberty Cemetery.

  22. 2011 Map of Alexander City, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Alexander City, 2011 Print
    2011 Alexander City
    2011 Print · USGS
    Alexander City and its surrounding Tallapoosa County neighborhoods are documented here during a period of modern expansion. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations through numerous sites like Craft Cemetery, Sunny Level, and the Russell Mills Dam.

  23. 2014 Map of Kellyton, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Kellyton, 2014 Print
    2014 Kellyton
    2014 Print · USGS
    The rural landscapes between Coosa and Tallapoosa counties come into focus in the early 2010s. Genealogists can trace family heritage through local burial sites like Doctor Kellys Private Cemetery and settlements like Socapatoy and Bradford.

  24. 2014 Map of Our Town, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Our Town, 2014 Print
    2014 Our Town
    2014 Print · USGS
    Tallapoosa County's winding lakefront is captured here just after the first decade of the millennium. Researchers can trace the layout of community centers like Our Town and Bulgers alongside quiet local landmarks such as Friendship Cem and Willow Point Airport.

  25. 2014 Map of Alexander City, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Alexander City, 2014 Print
    2014 Alexander City
    2014 Print · USGS
    Tallapoosa County's industrial and residential center is captured here during the mid-2010s as it expands toward the shores of Martin Lake. Genealogists can locate several burial sites including Sunny Level Cemetery and Fellowship Cemetery near ALEXANDER CITY.

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