Old Maps of Leon, Iowa for Metal Detecting
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Leon, IA maps
(30)- 1945 Map of Lamoni, 1957 Print
1945 Lamoni1957 Print · USGSThe Iowa and Missouri borderlands come to life in this mid-century survey of the rural corridor between Harrison and Decatur counties. Researchers can trace the tracks of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad and find local landmarks like Andover, Riverview Ch, and Akron Cem. - 1947 Map of Lamoni
1947 Lamoni1947 Print · USGSThe rural borderlands of Iowa and Missouri are captured here just after the war, showing a dense network of country schools and churches. Genealogists can trace family roots through landmarks like Andover Cem, Lone Star Sch, and the Riverview Ch along the Thompson River.2 unique versions available - 1954 Map of Centerville, 1967 Print
1954 Centerville1967 Print · USGSThe Iowa-Missouri borderlands at mid-century reveal a landscape shaped by river valleys and the height of the regional rail network. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Wabash railroad and locate old townsites like Mystic, Moulton, and Greentop.3 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Centerville
1957 Centerville1957 Print · USGSThe Iowa-Missouri borderlands in the mid-fifties reveal a landscape of river-valley agriculture and vital rail corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named landmarks and small-town growth in Centerville, Kirksville, and along the Wabash railroad line. - 1958 Map of Centerville
1958 Centerville1958 Print · USGSThe Iowa-Missouri borderlands come into focus during the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by river valleys and intersecting rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through dozens of rural hubs like Bloomfield, Unionville, and Corydon. - 1964 Map of Leon, 1966 Print
1964 Leon1966 Print · USGSLeon and the rolling farmland of Decatur County are captured here in the mid-sixties, showing the intersection of rail and river life. Researchers can locate the C B & Q rail line and several rural landmarks including St Marys Cem and the New Salem Ch. - 1965 Map of Garden Grove SW, 1966 Print
1965 Garden Grove SW1966 Print · USGSDecatur County's rural townships are captured in the mid-1960s as a landscape of interconnected creek valleys and family farmsteads. Researchers can locate ancestral landmarks like Winters Cem, the Franklin Ch, and the original route of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad. - 1981 Map of Van Wert
1981 Van Wert1981 Print · USGSDecatur County in the early eighties shows a landscape of quiet township centers and winding river valleys near the Missouri border. Genealogists and local historians can trace family burial sites like McKee Cem and Shy Cem or follow the path of an Old RR Grade. - 1981 Map of Davis City
1981 Davis City1981 Print · USGSSouthern Iowa's rural landscape is captured here in the early eighties as the Thompson River winds through Decatur County. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through the Manchester Cem, Bethel Cem Ch, and the small settlement of Terre Haute. - 1981 Map of Leon, 1982 Print
1981 Leon1982 Print · USGSSouthern Iowa and northern Missouri are captured here in the early eighties as the rural landscape balances traditional agriculture with large-scale water management. Researchers can trace the path of the Burlington Northern through Leon or locate early settlements like Decatur City and New Buda. - 2010 Map of Leon, 2010 Print
2010 Leon2010 Print · USGSDecatur County, Iowa, is shown here in the early twenty-first century, featuring the county seat and the surrounding rural townships. Genealogists can trace family footprints across numerous sites including Mount Tabor Cemetery, Baker Cemetery, and the Leon Post Office. - 2010 Map of Van Wert, 2010 Print
2010 Van Wert2010 Print · USGSDecatur County at the turn of the millennium shows a landscape defined by small rural settlements and a network of family cemeteries. Genealogists can locate McKee Cemetery, Shy Cemetery, and the Van Wert Post Office among the winding banks of the West Little River. - 2010 Map of Davis City, 2010 Print
2010 Davis City2010 Print · USGSDecatur County is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the rural landscape around the Thompson River. Genealogists can trace several local burial grounds, including Gore Cemetery and Bethel Cemetery, alongside the settlements of Davis City and Blockly. - 2010 Map of Garden Grove SW, 2010 Print
2010 Garden Grove SW2010 Print · USGSDecatur County, Iowa, is captured in this early twenty-first-century survey of rural townships and winding creek beds. Genealogists can trace family names through several rural burial sites, including Franklin Cemetery, Johnson Cemetery, and the Trullinger Cemetery. - 2013 Map of Garden Grove SW, 2013 Print
2013 Garden Grove SW2013 Print · USGSDecatur County, Iowa, is documented here in the early twenty-first century, showcasing a rural landscape deeply tied to its pioneer heritage. Genealogists and historians can trace the path of the Mormon Trail Rd past Crown and the Decatur County Fairground. - 2013 Map of Davis City, 2013 Print
2013 Davis City2013 Print · USGSDecatur County in the early twenty-first century shows a landscape where historic river settlements meet the modern interstate. Trace family roots and local geography through Davis City, Terre Haute, and the winding Thompson River corridor. - 2013 Map of Leon, 2013 Print
2013 Leon2013 Print · USGSDecatur County is captured here in the early twenty-first century, centered on the seat of Leon and its surrounding rural townships. Genealogists and local historians can trace the paths of Weldon River and Little River or locate the small settlement of Brucewell. - 2013 Map of Van Wert, 2013 Print
2013 Van Wert2013 Print · USGSDecatur County's rural landscape is captured here in the early twenty-first century, centered on the small-town grid of Van Wert. Genealogists and local historians can trace the paths of W Little River and find the locations of De Kalb and Kingston. - 2015 Map of Leon, 2015 Print
2015 Leon2015 Print · USGSThe county seat of Leon and its surrounding townships are shown here in the mid-2010s. Genealogists can trace numerous family and community burial sites like Mount Tabor Cem, Saint Marys Cem, and County Home Cem. - 2015 Map of Davis City, 2015 Print
2015 Davis City2015 Print · USGSDecatur County's river-bottom lands and agricultural plateaus are documented here in the mid-2010s. Researchers can locate numerous heritage sites including Palentine Cem, Manchester Cem, and the small settlement of Terre Haute along the Thompson River. - 2015 Map of Garden Grove SW, 2015 Print
2015 Garden Grove SW2015 Print · USGSDecatur County in the mid-2010s reveals a landscape where modern rural life intersects with deep pioneer history. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks like Franklin Cem and McCullough Cem or follow the path of the Morman Trail Rd near Leon. - 2015 Map of Van Wert, 2015 Print
2015 Van Wert2015 Print · USGSSouthern Iowa's rural landscape near the Decatur County line appears in this survey as a quiet network of family farms and creek beds. Researchers can identify local burial sites like McKee Cem and Shy Cem or trace the W Little River through the township. - 2018 Map of Van Wert, 2018 Print
2018 Van Wert2018 Print · USGSDecatur County farmland and the town of Van Wert are captured here in the late twenty-teens as modern infrastructure overlays a historic agricultural grid. Researchers can locate numerous local burial grounds including McKee Cem and Shy Cem, or follow the winding course of the W Little River. - 2018 Map of Leon, 2018 Print
2018 Leon2018 Print · USGSDecatur County's rural townships and the community of Leon are shown here as they appeared in the late 2010s. Genealogists can locate numerous family and historic burial sites such as Mount Tabor Cem, Hatfield Cem, and the Saint Marys Cem along the Weldon River valley. - 2018 Map of Davis City, 2018 Print
2018 Davis City2018 Print · USGSDecatur County's rural landscape is mapped here in the late 2010s, showcasing the persistent layout of farming communities and river valleys. Researchers can locate numerous historic burial sites like Palestine Cem and Waller Cem or trace the Thompson River through Davis City.
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