1940s Maps of Parksley, Virginia

Explore 3 historic maps of Parksley from the 1940s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1940s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Parksley's landscape evolved across the 1940s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1940s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Parksley's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.


Parksley, VA maps

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  1. 1942 Map of Parksley, 1962 Print
    1942 Map of Parksley, 1962 Print
    1942 Parksley
    1962 Print · USGS
    The rail-and-water economy of Accomack County comes into focus in the early 1940s, centered on the Parksley corridor. Researchers can trace family-named landings and rural community landmarks like Guilford Church, Parksley Airport, and Hunting Creek Wharf.

  2. 1943 Map of Parksley
    1943 Map of Parksley
    1943 Parksley
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Eastern Shore of Virginia in the early 1940s reveals a landscape defined by the Pennsylvania railroad and the marshes of the Chesapeake. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Guilford Church, Mason Mill, and the small community of Whitesville.

  3. 1946 Map of Eastville, 1971 Print
    1946 Map of Eastville, 1971 Print
    1946 Eastville
    1971 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia and the Outer Banks are captured here during a period of expanding naval and aerospace presence. Researchers can trace the path of the Penn Central railroad through Chincoteague and Modest Town, or locate landmarks like the Wright Brothers National Memorial.

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