Old Maps of Bourne, Massachusetts for Metal Detecting

1. 1886 Map of Falmouth

   

   1886 Falmouth

   1886 Print · USGS

   The Cape Cod peninsula during the late nineteenth century shows a landscape transitioning between maritime tradition and rail-driven growth. Genealogists can trace family footprints in Waquoit Village, Teaticket, and Menauhant while following the Old Colony Railroad corridor.

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4. 1886 Map of Plymouth

   

   1886 Plymouth

   1886 Print · USGS

   The South Shore and Cape Cod gateway appear here at a moment of transition during the late nineteenth century. Trace family roots and old rail lines through Chiltonville and Manomet, or follow the early footprint of the Cape Cod Canal.

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7. 1888 Map of Falmouth

   

   1888 Falmouth

   1888 Print · USGS

   The Buzzards Bay coastline and upper Cape Cod are captured here in the late nineteenth century, documenting the critical arrival of the railroad. Researchers can trace the Old Colony Railroad to its terminus at Woods Holl or locate maritime landmarks like Wing's Neck Light.

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10. 1889 Map of Plymouth

    

    1889 Plymouth

    1889 Print · USGS

    Coastal Massachusetts at the close of the nineteenth century reveals a landscape of maritime trade and emerging rail corridors. Trace the historic routes of the Old Colony Railroad South Shore Branch and identify early settlement patterns in Plymouth, Chiltonville, and Wareham Centre.

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13. 1893 Map of Falmouth

    

    1893 Falmouth

    1893 Print · USGS

    Cape Cod's western shore and the upper reaches of Buzzards Bay are captured here in the late nineteenth century as rail travel transformed the coast. Genealogists can trace family names at Waquoit Village or follow the Old Colony Railroad through Woods Holl and Falmouth Station.

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16. 1894 Map of Plymouth

    

    1894 Plymouth

    1894 Print · USGS

    Coastal Massachusetts at the end of the nineteenth century reveals a landscape of maritime commerce and kettle ponds. Trace the rail lines of the Old Colony Railroad and find early village sites like Wellingsly, Chiltonville, and Bournedale.

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19. 1915 Map of Falmouth, 1943 Print

    

    1915 Falmouth

    1943 Print · USGS

    Upper Cape Cod during the mid-forties reveals a landscape of growing military activity alongside traditional coastal villages. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Camp Edwards and find historic post offices at Waquoit Village or Monument Beach.

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22. 1920 Map of Falmouth

    

    1920 Falmouth

    1920 Print · USGS

    Coastal Barnstable County comes to life in this post-war military survey of the Falmouth peninsula and its maritime approaches. Researchers can trace the Old Colony RR to Falmouth Station or locate landmarks like Nobska Point Light and Waquoit Village.

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25. 1921 Map of Plymouth

    

    1921 Plymouth

    1921 Print · USGS

    The Plymouth coast and its pond-strewn interior are shown in the early 1920s, featuring a dense network of maritime landmarks and rail lines. Genealogists can trace family names and locations near Chiltonville, White Horse Beach, and the Old Colony R.R. Plymouth Branch.

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28. 1933 Map of Sagamore

    

    1933 Sagamore

    1933 Print · USGS

    The Cape Cod shoreline and the recently completed canal define this area in the early 1930s. Researchers can trace the layout of coastal settlements like Sagamore Beach, locate the Indian Cem, and find industrial landmarks like Garland Bog.

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31. 1935 Map of Wareham

    

    1935 Wareham

    1935 Print · USGS

    The cranberry bogs and rail corridors of Plymouth County are captured here in the mid-1930s before modern development altered the hydraulic landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites and industrial markers such as Tihonet, the Center Cem, and the path of the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad.

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34. 1935 Map of Pocasset

    

    1935 Pocasset

    1935 Print · USGS

    The Upper Cape coast and its military transition are captured in the mid-1930s, showing the early layout of Camp Edwards. Trace the coastal rail line through Pocasset Sta or locate family landmarks like the Tobey Cem and the State Pier.

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37. 1936 Map of Onset

    

    1936 Onset

    1936 Print · USGS

    Coastal Massachusetts at the height of the mid-thirties reveals a landscape of summer resorts and maritime life along Buzzards Bay. Genealogists and historians can trace old settlements like Onset or locate landmarks like Wings Neck Lighthouse and the Beverly Yacht Club.

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40. 1939 Map of Wareham

    

    1939 Wareham

    1939 Print · USGS

    Plymouth County cranberry country and coastal industry are well-established in this late 1930s survey. Researchers can trace the New Haven RR through South Wareham or locate family plots near Parker Mills and the Cemetery.

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43. 1940 Map of Sagamore

    

    1940 Sagamore

    1940 Print · USGS

    The Cape Cod Canal area in the 1940s reveals a maritime landscape transitioning toward modern infrastructure. Trace family roots and local history through Sagamore village, the Indian Cem, and the rail lines of the New York New Haven and Hartford.

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46. 1941 Map of Onset

    

    1941 Onset

    1941 Print · USGS

    Coastal Massachusetts at the start of the 1940s reveals a landscape of maritime recreation and local industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Onset and East Marion, or locate landmarks like the Wings Neck Lighthouse and Agawam Cem.

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49. 1941 Map of Pocasset

    

    1941 Pocasset

    1941 Print · USGS

    Cape Cod was undergoing significant military expansion in the early 1940s while maintaining its seaside character. Researchers can trace the layout of Camp Edwards and Otis Field alongside coastal villages like Cataumet and Monument Beach.

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52. 1942 Map of Cape Cod Bay

    

    1942 Cape Cod Bay

    1942 Print · USGS

    The mid-Cape and Outer Cape regions are shown here during the early war years, documenting a landscape of coastal villages and maritime trade. Researchers can trace family roots through old settlements like South Truro, find the grounds of Camp Edwards, or locate historic aids like Sandy Neck Light.

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55. 1942 Map of New Bedford

    

    1942 New Bedford

    1942 Print · USGS

    Southeastern Massachusetts at the start of the 1940s shows a region defined by maritime defense and industrial rail corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the massive Camp Edwards boundary, old rail stops like Rock Station, and vanished local industry at Paper Mill Village.

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58. 1943 Map of Pocasset

    

    1943 Pocasset

    1943 Print · USGS

    Cape Cod was undergoing a massive military transformation during the early forties, even as its traditional coastal villages remained intact. Researchers can trace the sprawling layout of Camp Edwards and Otis Field alongside local landmarks like Pocasset Sta and the Beaton Bog.

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61. 1943 Map of Plymouth

    

    1943 Plymouth

    1943 Print · USGS

    The coastal stretch from Plymouth to the Cape Cod Canal shows its wartime character here, when rail travel still connected these maritime towns. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and landmarks near Billington Sea, Manomet, and the Old Colony Railroad corridor.

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64. 1946 Map of Pocasset

    

    1946 Pocasset

    1946 Print · USGS

    The Upper Cape is captured during the mid-forties, showing the massive military footprint of Camp Edwards alongside quiet coastal villages. Researchers can trace family-named locations like Bear Hollow Farm, the County Sanitorium, and the rail stop at Pocasset Sta.

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67. 1946 Map of Wareham, 1957 Print

    

    1946 Wareham

    1957 Print · USGS

    Cranberry cultivation and state forest lands define this part of Plymouth County shortly after the war. You can trace the New Haven and Hartford RR as it passes through East Wareham, or locate traditional agricultural sites like Wankinco Cranberry Bog.

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70. 1947 Map of Providence, 1948 Print

    

    1947 Providence

    1948 Print · USGS

    Southern New England is captured in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape defined by busy industrial ports and expanding military installations. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the N.Y. N.H. & H. RR or locate coastal defenses like Fort Adams and Quonset Point.

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73. 1948 Map of Providence, 1951 Print

    

    1948 Providence

    1951 Print · USGS

    Southern New England’s coastal reaches are captured here in the late 1940s, from the industrial heart of Providence to the tip of Provincetown. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Central Vermont Railway and locate active military sites such as Otis Air Force Base and Fort Rodman.

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