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Old Maps of Frenchman's Bend, Monroe for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 10 historic maps of Frenchman's Bend. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Frenchman's Bend, Monroe maps

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  1. 1912 Map of Monroe
    1912 Map of Monroe
    1912 Monroe
    1912 Print · USGS
    Monroe County before the First World War was a landscape defined by its strategic lakefront positioning and a massive concentration of competing railroads. Genealogists can trace the early footprints of Monroe, Brest P.O., and Erie while following local landmarks like Sandy Creek and Plum Creek.
  4. 1914 Map of Monroe, 1928 Print
    1914 Map of Monroe, 1928 Print
    1914 Monroe
    1928 Print · USGS
    Coastal Michigan between Detroit and Toledo is shown here in the early twentieth century as a bustling hub of rail and river commerce. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of six different railroads through Monroe and locate the old Brest Post Office near Point Aux Peaux.
  7. 1927 Map of Monroe
    1927 Map of Monroe
    1927 Monroe
    1927 Print · USGS
    Monroe and the surrounding Lake Erie shoreline are shown here during the late 1930s as a thriving industrial and rail corridor. Researchers can locate family landmarks like the Monroe Co Cem, Strasburg Sch, and the notable Monroe Co Infirmary.
  10. 1942 Map of Monroe
    1942 Map of Monroe
    1942 Monroe
    1942 Print · USGS
    Monroe and its riverfront townships are shown here in the early 1940s, revealing a busy rail corridor and the city's growth. Genealogists can trace family sites like Sandy Creek Cem, St Marys Academy, and the County Infirmary.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1952 Map of Monroe, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Monroe, 1954 Print
    1952 Monroe
    1954 Print · USGS
    Monroe and its surrounding townships thrive in the early fifties as a hub of Lake Erie commerce and industry. Researchers can trace the layout of family neighborhoods and local landmarks like St Marys Academy, Tamarack, and the Custer Airport.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1956 Map of Toledo, 1968 Print
    1956 Map of Toledo, 1968 Print
    1956 Toledo
    1968 Print · USGS
    Northwest Ohio and the Lake Erie shoreline are shown in detail during the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of heavy industry, railroads, and island communities. Genealogists and historians can trace rail networks like the Chesapeake & Ohio RR or locate landmarks such as the Erie Proving Ground and Kelleys Island.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1961 Map of Toledo
    1961 Map of Toledo
    1961 Toledo
    1961 Print · USGS
    The western basin of Lake Erie and the industrial heart of Northern Ohio are captured here during the post-war era. Researchers can trace historical rail lines like the New York Central or locate landmarks like the Erie Ordnance Depot and Pelee Island.
  22. 1967 Map of Monroe, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Monroe, 1969 Print
    1967 Monroe
    1969 Print · USGS
    Monroe and its surrounding townships show a mix of industrial growth and rural tradition during the late sixties. Genealogists can trace family names through several burial grounds, including McIntyre Cem and Woodland Cem, while mapping the expansion of South Monroe.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1986 Map of Toledo
    1986 Map of Toledo
    1986 Toledo
    1986 Print · USGS
    Greater Toledo and the Lake Erie shoreline are captured here in the mid-eighties, showcasing a massive network of industrial waterways and rail lines. You can trace the path of the Maumee River past Rossford or explore the conservation lands at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 2023 Map of Monroe, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Monroe, 2023 Print
    2023 Monroe
    2023 Print · USGS
    Monroe and its surrounding townships appear in high detail during this contemporary era of Michigan’s coastal development. Researchers can trace family history through local landmarks like Saint Joseph Cem, the Old Burial Ground, and the Monroe County Courthouse.
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