Old Maps of Independence County, Arkansas for Metal Detecting
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Independence County, AR maps
(155)- 1890 Map of Batesville
1890 Batesville1890 Print · USGSIndependence and Sharp counties relied on a intricate network of river ferries and rural outposts in the 1890s. Researchers can trace ancestral locations like Old Clem Place, historic church sites like Bethesda Ch, and river crossings at Walls Fy. - 1891 Map of Batesville
1891 Batesville1891 Print · USGSNorthern Arkansas in the late nineteenth century centers on the White River corridor. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Old Clem Place and early river crossings such as Grigsby Fy or the rail lines through Sulphur Rock.6 unique versions available - 1932 Map of Strawberry
1932 Strawberry1932 Print · USGSThe river bottoms of Northeast Arkansas are captured in the early 1930s, showing the intersection of the Strawberry River and Black River. Researchers can locate historic landmarks like the Pruitts Mill Site, Buck Cem, and local schools including Cord Sch. - 1935 Map of Alicia, 1936 Print
1935 Alicia1936 Print · USGSThe Black River bottomlands of the 1930s are captured here during a period of transition from river landings to rail and highway transit. Researchers can locate numerous family-named landmarks and vanished schools such as Clover Bend Sch, Vandy Cem, and the Old Martin Mill Place.3 unique versions available - 1935 Map of Strawberry, 1936 Print
1935 Strawberry1936 Print · USGSNortheast Arkansas in the mid-1930s shows a landscape of upland ridges and river bottomlands at the junction of four counties. Researchers can trace rural family life through many churchyards and schools, from Sulphur Rock up to the Pruitte Mill Site and Saffell. - 1935 Map of Newport, 1937 Print
1935 Newport1937 Print · USGSJackson and Independence counties are captured here in the mid-1930s as the river-and-rail economy shaped local life. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like MeGuire Cem and Griffin Sch, while historians can locate the old river port at Jacksonport.2 unique versions available - 1941 Map of Strawberry, 1946 Print
1941 Strawberry1946 Print · USGSThe rural river valleys of northeast Arkansas are shown here during the early 1940s, highlighting a landscape of small schools and post offices. Genealogists can trace family roots through landmarks like Saffell Post Office, Buck Cem, and Harmony Sch. - 1942 Map of Bethesda
1942 Bethesda1942 Print · USGSIndependence County during the early 1940s reveals a landscape of ridge-top farms and river-bottom commerce. Genealogists can trace family roots through local landmarks like Gill Cem, O'Neal Sch, and the riverside crossing at Walls Ferry.4 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Jamestown, 1945 Print
1942 Jamestown1945 Print · USGSIndependence County during the 1940s was a landscape of river-bottom farms and upland ridges shaped by the White River. Researchers can locate rural landmarks like the Enon Powell Sch, Alderbrook Cem, and the historic Cherokee Boundary.3 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Almond, 1945 Print
1942 Almond1945 Print · USGSThe river-and-rail corridor along the White River defines this 1940s landscape where Independence and Cleburne Counties meet. Genealogists and historians can trace old transit points like Earnhearts Ferry and the Old Cherokee Line boundary.3 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Salado, 1945 Print
1942 Salado1945 Print · USGSIndependence County along the White River remained a landscape of river-bend settlements and prominent ridges during the 1940s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family landmarks like Montgomery Sprs, Pine Mtn, and the pass at Mountain Gap.2 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Batesville, 1945 Print
1942 Batesville1945 Print · USGSBatesville and its riverfront industry are captured here during the 1940s as a vital hub for rail and river transport. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Independence County through local landmarks like the Aydelotte Mine, Big Spring Mill, and Pleasant Valley Cemeteries.2 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Mt Pleasant, 1945 Print
1942 Mt Pleasant1945 Print · USGSIzard County in the 1940s was a landscape of deep hollows and active mining operations near the Independence County line. Genealogists and historians can trace rural family legacies through local landmarks like Gid Sch, Mt Lebanon Ch, and the Barren Fork Cem.5 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Sandtown
1943 Sandtown1943 Print · USGSThe rural uplands of Independence and Sharp Counties come into focus during the early 1940s, revealing a landscape of remote mines and creek-side settlements. Researchers can trace historic family-named landmarks such as Polk Southard Mines, Martins Store, and Wolf Sch.4 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Cave City, 1945 Print
1943 Cave City1945 Print · USGSCave City and its surrounding hill country are captured in the 1940s at the intersection of Sharp and Independence counties. Researchers can trace rural lineages through local landmarks like Hickory Valley, Cotton Hill Ch, and the Maxville Sch.5 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Sulphur Rock, 1945 Print
1943 Sulphur Rock1945 Print · USGSIndependence County during the mid-forties reveals a rural landscape defined by the Missouri Pacific rail line and numerous community crossroads. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots at Rehoboth Cem, locate the old County Farm, or identify vanished school sites like New Hope Sch and Brewer Sch.6 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Batesville, 1956 Print
1943 Batesville1956 Print · USGSBatesville and the White River valley were bustling hubs of rail and river commerce during the early 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace old landmarks like the Masonic Home, family burial sites at Pleasant Valley Cemeteries, and industrial works like the Gibson Mine.4 unique versions available - 1953 Map of Memphis, 1966 Print
1953 Memphis1966 Print · USGSEastern Arkansas and the Memphis riverfront are shown here during the mid-century period of regional growth and river management. Local historians can trace the paths of the Chicago Rock Island & Pacific RR through Forrest City or locate river landmarks like President's Island.3 unique versions available - 1954 Map of Charlotte, 1955 Print
1954 Charlotte1955 Print · USGSMid-century Independence County comes alive in this 1950s survey of the river valleys and upland farms. Genealogists and local historians can locate numerous rural landmarks such as Antioch Ch, Convenience Cem, and the settlement of Charlotte.2 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Strawberry, 1956 Print
1955 Strawberry1956 Print · USGSThe Arkansas Ozark foothills come alive in the mid-fifties, centered on the Strawberry settlement and its rural surrounds. Genealogists can trace a wealth of family history through local landmarks like Willmuth Cem, Mt Zion Ch, and Saffell.2 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Cord, 1956 Print
1955 Cord1956 Print · USGSIndependence and Jackson counties are shown in the mid-fifties, dominated by the winding path of the Black River. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural family sites near Stone Ch, Happy Cem, and the settlement of Cord.3 unique versions available - 1956 Map of Memphis
1956 Memphis1956 Print · USGSThe Mississippi Delta and the bluffs of West Tennessee meet in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by massive river systems and rail hubs. Researchers can trace the path of Crowleys Ridge or locate vanished river landings near Centennial Island and Island No 35. - 1956 Map of Newark, 1957 Print
1956 Newark1957 Print · USGSThe bottomlands of Independence County are shown in detail during the mid-fifties, dominated by the winding loops of the White River. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous family-named landmarks and rural cemeteries such as Akron Cem, Blue Springs Cem, and the Oil Trough Ferry. - 1961 Map of Grange, 1963 Print
1961 Grange1963 Print · USGSThe foothills of the Arkansas Ozarks are captured here in the early sixties, showing the rural communities of Sharp and Independence counties. Researchers can trace dozens of local family sites and landmarks including Shelbyville, Grange, and the Charlotte Lookout Tower.2 unique versions available - 1962 Map of Jacksonport, 1963 Print
1962 Jacksonport1963 Print · USGSThe confluence of the Black and White Rivers in the early 1960s highlights a landscape of oxbows and riverfront history. Researchers can locate numerous family cemeteries such as Holloway Cem and Mercy Seat Cem, or trace the MISSOURI PACIFIC line through Campbell Station.3 unique versions available
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