Join Free

1940s Maps of McDonough County, Illinois

Explore 6 historic maps of McDonough County from the 1940s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1940s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how McDonough County's landscape evolved across the 1940s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1940s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring McDonough County's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.

McDonough County, IL maps

(6)
  1. 1944 Map of Avon, 1962 Print
    1944 Map of Avon, 1962 Print
    1944 Avon
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Illinois prairie landscape between Bushnell and London Mills is shown here as it appeared in the mid-forties. Genealogists can trace family footprints across dozens of country school sites like Oldtown School and small junctions including Blyton and Babylon.
  4. 1947 Map of Vermont, 1979 Print
    1947 Map of Vermont, 1979 Print
    1947 Vermont
    1979 Print · USGS
    In the mid-century period, the area around Vermont and Table Grove was shaped by military activity and mining. Local historians can locate the Camp Ellis Military Reservation and historic schoolhouses like Harvey Sch and Cox Sch.
  7. 1947 Map of Adair, 1981 Print
    1947 Map of Adair, 1981 Print
    1947 Adair
    1981 Print · USGS
    McDonough and Fulton counties appear here just after the war, showing a dense landscape of small-town rail stops and one-room schoolhouses. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Rich Sch, Temple Cem, and the village of New Philadelphia.
  10. 1948 Map of Adair
    1948 Map of Adair
    1948 Adair
    1948 Print · USGS
    The McDonough and Fulton County line in the late 1940s shows a landscape of rural schoolhouses and the sprawling Camp Ellis Military Reservation. Researchers can trace the rail-side growth of Adair or locate family landmarks like Temple Cem and Point Pleasant Ch.
  13. 1948 Map of Vermont
    1948 Map of Vermont
    1948 Vermont
    1948 Print · USGS
    Western Illinois was transitioning into the post-war era when this survey recorded the massive Camp Ellis Military Reservation alongside established farming townships. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks like Easley Cem and Mud Acre Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1949 Map of Vermont
    1949 Map of Vermont
    1949 Vermont
    1949 Print · USGS
    Fulton County and the surrounding tri-county area appear here shortly after the war, centered on the massive Camp Ellis Military Reservation. Researchers can trace the vanished barracks and rail spurs of the camp alongside rural landmarks like the Little Brick School and Bernadotte Bridge.
    2 unique versions available
End of results
Showing maps 1-6 of 6

Top cities of McDonough County

See more

Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for McDonough County?
  • What is the oldest map of McDonough County?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of McDonough County for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of McDonough County?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for McDonough County?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for McDonough County?
  • Where are historical maps of McDonough County sourced from?