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Old Maps of Rensselaer, New York for Metal Detecting

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Rensselaer, NY maps

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  1. 1893 Map of Troy
    1893 Map of Troy
    1893 Troy
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River valley at the end of the nineteenth century was a bustling hub of commerce where the Erie Canal met the Troy waterfront. Researchers can trace the early rail networks of the Boston and Albany Railroad or locate vanished sites like Schodack Depot and the industrial hamlet of Glass House.
  4. 1893 Map of Albany
    1893 Map of Albany
    1893 Albany
    1893 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River valley at the close of the nineteenth century reveals a complex landscape of island commerce and growing rail hubs. Genealogists and historians can trace defunct railroad stops and family-named hamlets like French Mills, Meadowdale, and The Abbey.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1895 Map of Troy
    1895 Map of Troy
    1895 Troy
    1895 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River valley at the close of the nineteenth century was a bustling nexus of river, rail, and canal traffic. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named hills and early hamlets from Troy to the lakes of Sand Lake, including Glass House and Sliter.
  10. 1895 Map of Albany
    1895 Map of Albany
    1895 Albany
    1895 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River valley and the rising Helderberg escarpment are captured here in the 1890s, revealing a landscape defined by steam-era railroads and river islands. Genealogists can trace family homesteads near Shakers, Voorheesville, and the many hamlets of Bethlehem.
  13. 1898 Map of Albany
    1898 Map of Albany
    1898 Albany
    1898 Print · USGS
    The capital region in the late nineteenth century is defined by its massive rail yards and the busy Hudson riverfront. Genealogists can trace family names at Town House Corner or locate vanished landmarks like The Abbey (Gleason) and the community at Shakers.
    8 unique versions available
  16. 1898 Map of Troy
    1898 Map of Troy
    1898 Troy
    1898 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River valley at the turn of the century shows a bustling corridor of industry and rail before modern expansion transformed the capital region. Researchers can trace historic riverfront districts like Greenbush and Bath or locate vanished rail stops such as Schodack Depot and the Erie Canal route.
    8 unique versions available
  19. 1925 Map of Troy
    1925 Map of Troy
    1925 Troy
    1925 Print · USGS
    Rensselaer County at the mid-twenties shows a landscape of established mill towns and developing lakefront retreats. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous sites like St Josephs Cemetery, Teller Mill, and early schoolhouses from Albia to Hoags Corners.
  22. 1927 Map of Albany
    1927 Map of Albany
    1927 Albany
    1927 Print · USGS
    The Albany riverfront and the Helderberg escarpment define this mid-1920s portrait of New York's capital region. Genealogists can trace a dense network of country schoolhouses and old settlements like Feura Bush, Loudonville, and the Bethlehem Church.
    5 unique versions available
  25. 1928 Map of Troy
    1928 Map of Troy
    1928 Troy
    1928 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River valley at the height of its industrial era features the dense centers of Troy and Watervliet. Researchers can trace old neighborhoods near Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute or locate family plots in St Agnes Cemetery and St Marys Cemetery.
    5 unique versions available
  28. 1947 Map of Albany, 1965 Print
    1947 Map of Albany, 1965 Print
    1947 Albany
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Albany capital region is captured here shortly after the war, showing the city's transition into suburban Delmar and Loudonville. Researchers can trace the massive Voorheesville Army Sub Depot, the Albany Airport, and old landmarks like Graceland Cemetery.
  31. 1948 Map of Albany, 1951 Print
    1948 Map of Albany, 1951 Print
    1948 Albany
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Hudson and Connecticut River valleys are captured here in the late 1940s, showing the vital rail and water corridors of the Northeast. You can trace the Boston and Maine tracks past Mt Greylock or locate early settlements like Great Barrington and Bennington.
  34. 1950 Map of Albany
    1950 Map of Albany
    1950 Albany
    1950 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Albany and its burgeoning suburbs are captured here at a peak of rail and river commerce. Genealogy and local history researchers can trace the New York Central lines to the Selkirk Yards or find family landmarks like Keefers Corners and Bethlehem Church.
  37. 1950 Map of Troy
    1950 Map of Troy
    1950 Troy
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River valley and the Rensselaer hills are shown here just after the war, capturing a landscape of dense industrial riverfronts and rural upland hamlets. Genealogists can trace family sites at Albany Rural Cemetery, identify early landmarks like Draper School No 9, or locate rail stops at East Greenbush Station.
  40. 1953 Map of Delmar, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Delmar, 1954 Print
    1953 Delmar
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Albany suburbs meet the industrial Hudson Valley in the early fifties, just as the New York State Thruway was being cut through the landscape. Genealogists can trace family names at Bethlehem Cem and Elmwood Cem, or explore the massive rail operations at Selkirk Yards.
    5 unique versions available
  43. 1953 Map of Troy South, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Troy South, 1955 Print
    1953 Troy South
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River industrial corridor comes alive in the early fifties, documenting the urban centers of Troy, Watervliet, and Rensselaer. Researchers can trace institutional footprints from the Watervliet Arsenal to Emma Willard College and old burial grounds like Albany Rural Cemetery.
    5 unique versions available
  46. 1953 Map of East Greenbush, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of East Greenbush, 1956 Print
    1953 East Greenbush
    1956 Print · USGS
    Rensselaer County’s landscape along the Hudson is captured here in the early fifties, showing the growth of the eastern suburbs. Researchers can trace old rail stops and local infrastructure, from Van Hoesen Sta to the Red Mill Sch and the Moordener Kill.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1953 Map of Albany, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Albany, 1956 Print
    1953 Albany
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Albany and its northern suburbs are shown here just as the highway network began to reshape the capital region. Genealogists can trace family names and institutions across Graceland Cemetery, the Ann Lee Home Cem, and numerous historic campuses like the Mater Christi Seminary.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1956 Map of Albany, 1968 Print
    1956 Map of Albany, 1968 Print
    1956 Albany
    1968 Print · USGS
    The industrial heart of the Northeast is revealed in the mid-1950s, from the Hudson Valley to the Connecticut River. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Quabbin Reservoir, locate Westover Air Force Base, or follow the Rutland RR through the Green Mountains.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1957 Map of Albany
    1957 Map of Albany
    1957 Albany
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Tri-State region and Connecticut River Valley are captured here during a period of significant postwar growth and infrastructure expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river economy through landmarks like the Boston and Maine railroad, Quabbin Reservoir, and Westover Air Force Base.
  58. 1959 Map of Albany
    1959 Map of Albany
    1959 Albany
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Hudson and Connecticut River valleys are captured here during the late fifties, showing the region's dense rail networks and massive water projects. Researchers can trace the New York State Thruway or locate local landmarks like Mt Greylock and the Quabbin Reservoir.
  61. 1962 Map of Albany
    1962 Map of Albany
    1962 Albany
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Hudson and Connecticut River valleys meet the Green Mountains and Berkshires in this mid-century overview of the Northeast. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial hearts of Albany and Springfield or locate features like Quabbin Reservoir and Westover Air Force Base.
  64. 1978 Map of Delmar, 1982 Print
    1978 Map of Delmar, 1982 Print
    1978 Delmar
    1982 Print · USGS
    Albany and its southern suburbs are captured in the late seventies as the region's industrial and rail corridors expanded. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Delmar, the rail yards of Selkirk, and the riverfront at Castleton-on-Hudson.
  67. 1978 Map of Troy South, 1982 Print
    1978 Map of Troy South, 1982 Print
    1978 Troy South
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Hudson River corridor comes into sharp focus during the late 1970s, showcasing the industrial riverfronts and expanding suburbs of Rensselaer County. Trace local developments and land patterns near Troy, Watervliet, and the waters of Snyders Lake.
  70. 1978 Map of Albany, 1982 Print
    1978 Map of Albany, 1982 Print
    1978 Albany
    1982 Print · USGS
    The capital region comes into sharp focus in the late seventies through this detailed orthophotoquad. Trace the development of residential neighborhoods and transit networks from Albany out to Colonie, Delmar, and Loudonville.
  73. 1978 Map of East Greenbush, 1982 Print
    1978 Map of East Greenbush, 1982 Print
    1978 East Greenbush
    1982 Print · USGS
    Rensselaer County landscape during the late seventies reveals a mix of suburban growth and traditional farmland. Researchers can trace land use around East Greenbush or follow the waters of Moordener Kill past Schodack Center.
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