Old Maps of Hillcrest, San Diego

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Hillcrest, San Diego maps

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  1. 1904 Map of San Diego
    1904 Map of San Diego
    1904 San Diego
    1904 Print · USGS
    San Diego and its harbor are captured here in the early twentieth century, showing a coastal landscape defined by ranchos and early rail lines. Researchers can trace the development of National City, locate the original grounds of Ft. Rosecrans, and see the early layout of Chulavista.
    9 unique versions available

  2. 1904 Map of Southern California Sheet No. 2
    1904 Map of Southern California Sheet No. 2
    1904 Southern California Sheet No. 2
    1904 Print · USGS
    Southern California during the early 1900s shows the transition from vast ranchos to coastal rail towns. Genealogists and researchers can trace the Southern California R.R. through Oceanside, explore old land grants like Mission Viejo, and locate early settlements from Fallbrook to Julian.
    5 unique versions available

  3. 1930 Map of San Diego, 1960 Print
    1930 Map of San Diego, 1960 Print
    1930 San Diego
    1960 Print · USGS
    San Diego and its southern coastal towns appear here at the dawn of the aviation era, showing a landscape defined by naval expansion and ranchos. Trace the early layout of Lindbergh Airport, the military works at Point Loma, and the rails connecting Chula Vista to the United States Mexico border.

  4. 1942 Map of Point Loma
    1942 Map of Point Loma
    1942 Point Loma
    1942 Print · USGS
    San Diego and the peninsula appear here in the early 1940s, showcasing a landscape of naval installations and coastal neighborhoods. Trace family roots and local history through Roseville Point Loma PO, Tent City, and the Union Sta rail hub.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1950 Map of San Diego, 1954 Print
    1950 Map of San Diego, 1954 Print
    1950 San Diego
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal San Diego and the Baja California border region come alive in this mid-century survey. Trace the early layout of National City and Chula Vista, or locate historic landmarks like the San Diego and Arizona Eastern RR and Fort Rosecrans.

  6. 1953 Map of Point Loma, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Point Loma, 1955 Print
    1953 Point Loma
    1955 Print · USGS
    Mid-century San Diego and Coronado reveal a landscape deeply integrated with military and aviation history, showing the region as it transitioned into a major naval hub. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Ocean Beach, the layout of Lindbergh Field, and schools like Sacred Heart Academy.

  7. 1954 Map of San Diego
    1954 Map of San Diego
    1954 San Diego
    1954 Print · USGS
    San Diego and the northern reaches of Baja California are captured here during a decade of rapid post-war growth and military expansion. Researchers can trace the mid-century shoreline of Mission Beach, find established tribal lands like Capitan Grande Indian Reservation, and follow the border crossing into Tijuana.

  8. 1955 Map of San Diego
    1955 Map of San Diego
    1955 San Diego
    1955 Print · USGS
    Southern California underwent massive growth in the post-war years, as suburban development pushed into the canyons and foothills. Researchers can trace the mid-century infrastructure of Lindbergh Field, the Otay River, and numerous sites like Lemon Grove.

  9. 1958 Map of San Diego, 1961 Print
    1958 Map of San Diego, 1961 Print
    1958 San Diego
    1961 Print · USGS
    San Diego and its inland mountain ranges are captured here in the late fifties as coastal suburbs began to climb the mesas. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Miramar Naval Air Station, the winding San Diego & Arizona Eastern Ry, and local landmarks like Cabrillo Nat Mon.
    4 unique versions available

  10. 1967 Map of Point Loma
    1967 Map of Point Loma
    1967 Point Loma
    1967 Print · USGS
    San Diego and Coronado during the late sixties show a landscape defined by naval power and rapid urban growth. Trace the development of Balboa Park, the legacy of Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, and the era's new San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge.
    5 unique versions available

  11. 1979 Map of San Diego, 1980 Print
    1979 Map of San Diego, 1980 Print
    1979 San Diego
    1980 Print · USGS
    San Diego and the southern California coastline are shown in the late seventies as the region's modern layout became firmly established. Researchers can trace the extensive military footprint at Miramar and find local landmarks from Cabrillo National Monument to Mission Bay Park.
    3 unique versions available

  12. 1996 Map of Point Loma, 2001 Print
    1996 Map of Point Loma, 2001 Print
    1996 Point Loma
    2001 Print · USGS
    San Diego and Coronado are shown here in the mid-nineties, capturing a landscape defined by massive naval installations and coastal neighborhoods. Researchers can trace the layout of Naval Air Station North Island, Balboa Park, and schools like Collier Jr High Sch.

  13. 2021 Map of Point Loma, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Point Loma, 2021 Print
    2021 Point Loma
    2021 Print · USGS
    San Diego and Coronado are shown in detail during the early 2020s, revealing a landscape defined by naval installations and urban coastal life. Researchers can locate Fort Rosecrans National Cem, trace the Bayshore Bikeway Trl, or identify the campus of the California Western School of Law.

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