1900s (20th Century) Maps of California, North Carolina

Explore 6 historic maps of California from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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California, NC maps

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  1. 1943 Map of Roanoke Island
    1943 Map of Roanoke Island
    1943 Roanoke Island
    1943 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina during the war years shows a network of maritime outposts and isolated mainland settlements connected by ferry. Trace the old village of Buffalo City, locate the Bodie Island Lighthouse, and find historic Coast Guard stations at Nags Head and Chicamacomico CG.

  2. 1953 Map of Manteo, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Manteo, 1956 Print
    1953 Manteo
    1956 Print · USGS
    Roanoke Island and the Outer Banks are captured here in the early fifties, before decades of intensive coastal development. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Mother Vineyard and the early layout of Manteo and Skyco.
    5 unique versions available

  3. 1955 Map of Wanchese
    1955 Map of Wanchese
    1955 Wanchese
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Outer Banks and Dare County mainland are captured in the mid-1950s, showing the maritime isolation and early highway connections of the coast. Researchers can locate coastal landmarks like the Cape Hatteras Light, the remote settlement of Buffalo City, and fishing villages from Rodanthe to Ocracoke.

  4. 1957 Map of Manteo, 1967 Print
    1957 Map of Manteo, 1967 Print
    1957 Manteo
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Outer Banks and Albemarle Sound are captured in the late fifties as the national seashore and wildlife refuges were newly established. Trace the coastal villages from Manteo to Hatteras, and locate landmarks like the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Billy Mitchell field.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1960 Map of Manteo
    1960 Map of Manteo
    1960 Manteo
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Outer Banks and Dare County in the early sixties reveal a landscape defined by maritime tradition and shifting sands. Genealogists can trace family lines through villages like Rodanthe and Buxton or locate landmarks like Fort Raleigh and the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.

  6. 1985 Map of Manteo
    1985 Map of Manteo
    1985 Manteo
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Outer Banks and Roanoke Island appear in the mid-1980s, showcasing the early development of the modern coastal landscape. Researchers can trace family ties and coastal landmarks from Kill Devil Hills down to the remote village of Stumpy Point.
    2 unique versions available

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