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Old Maps of Alleghany County, Virginia for Metal Detecting

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Alleghany County, VA maps

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  1. 1887 Map of Lewisburg
    1887 Map of Lewisburg
    1887 Lewisburg
    1887 Print · USGS
    The Greenbrier Valley and the Virginia borderlands are captured here in the late nineteenth century during a period of significant rail expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace early mountain settlements like White Sulphur Springs and Ronceverte, or locate specific landmarks like Van Staverns Mill and the Half Way House.
  4. 1891 Map of Lewisburg
    1891 Map of Lewisburg
    1891 Lewisburg
    1891 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and West Virginia borderlands are captured here in the late 1880s, documenting a landscape of mountain ridges and burgeoning rail infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named landmarks like Van Staverns Mill or follow the route of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad through the Alleghany Tunnel.
    8 unique versions available
  7. 1894 Map of Natural Bridge, 1898 Print
    1894 Map of Natural Bridge, 1898 Print
    1894 Natural Bridge
    1898 Print · USGS
    The Virginia ridges thrived with iron furnaces and mineral springs during the 1890s. Genealogists and historians can trace the early industrial footprint of Long Dale Furnace and Victoria Mines, or locate local landmarks like Lick Run Ferry and Rapps Mill.
    7 unique versions available
  10. 1913 Map of Eagle Rock
    1913 Map of Eagle Rock
    1913 Eagle Rock
    1913 Print · USGS
    Botetourt County at the dawn of the twentieth century shows a landscape tied to the James River and iron-era industry. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Salisbury Furnace, Fincastle, and the Fair Grounds.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1915 Map of Eagle Rock
    1915 Map of Eagle Rock
    1915 Eagle Rock
    1915 Print · USGS
    Botetourt and Alleghany counties are captured here during a transitional era of mountain industry and rail expansion. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Kyles Mills and Comptons Bridge, or trace vanished communities at Lignite and Oriskany.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1921 Map of Callaghan
    1921 Map of Callaghan
    1921 Callaghan
    1921 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia and Virginia borderlands come alive in this early 1920s survey of the mountain gaps and valley drafts. Researchers can trace rural life through numerous country schools like Bound School and landmarks such as Columbia Sulphur Springs and Wileys Crossing.
  19. 1921 Map of White Sulphur Springs
    1921 Map of White Sulphur Springs
    1921 White Sulphur Springs
    1921 Print · USGS
    The Greenbrier Valley in the early twenties reveals a landscape of dense rural settlements and early mountain thoroughfares. Genealogists can trace family footprints across dozens of local sites like Germany School, Balm of Gilead Church, and White Sulphur Springs.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1921 Map of Ronceverte
    1921 Map of Ronceverte
    1921 Ronceverte
    1921 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia and Virginia borderlands come alive in this early 1920s record of the Greenbrier Valley and Allegheny ridges. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Organ Cave, Red Mill, and the Highland Green School.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1923 Map of White Sulphur Springs
    1923 Map of White Sulphur Springs
    1923 White Sulphur Springs
    1923 Print · USGS
    Greenbrier County is documented in the early twenties as a landscape of river-bend railroads and mountain turnpikes. Genealogists can trace family schoolhouses like Carroll Hill School and local landmarks such as Mathews Fort or Pilgrims Rest.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1923 Map of Ronceverte
    1923 Map of Ronceverte
    1923 Ronceverte
    1923 Print · USGS
    Southeast West Virginia in the early twenties is a landscape of mountain ridges and remote hollows. Genealogists can trace the rural communities of Gap Mills and Sweet Springs, alongside dozens of landmarks like Organ Cave and Schley School.
    4 unique versions available
  31. 1923 Map of Callaghan
    1923 Map of Callaghan
    1923 Callaghan
    1923 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia and Virginia borderlands come alive in the early 1920s, showing a landscape of remote schoolhouses and mineral springs. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Columbia Sulphur Springs or locate long-gone schools like Wades Draft School and Whites Draft School.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1929 Map of Falling Spring
    1929 Map of Falling Spring
    1929 Falling Spring
    1929 Print · USGS
    The Jackson River valley comes to life in this late 1920s survey of the Virginia highlands. Researchers can locate early schools and settlements like Tinkersville, Greavers Mill, and the Valley View Valley Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1931 Map of Healing Springs
    1931 Map of Healing Springs
    1931 Healing Springs
    1931 Print · USGS
    Bath County's famous resort corridor is captured here in the early thirties, showing a unique mix of high-society recreation and deep-hollow rural life. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Ashwood, Tinkertown, and the Indian Hill Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1932 Map of Falling Spring
    1932 Map of Falling Spring
    1932 Falling Spring
    1932 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and West Virginia borderlands in the early 1930s reveal a landscape of mountain ridges and riverside rail industry. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Greavers Mill, Jenkins Ford, and the old Cedar Creek Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1933 Map of Healing Springs
    1933 Map of Healing Springs
    1933 Healing Springs
    1933 Print · USGS
    Bath County in the early 1930s is a landscape of mountain resorts and ridge-and-valley settlements. Researchers can trace the development of the springs at Hot Springs and Healing Springs, or find local landmarks like Oak Grove Sch and the Cascades Golf Club.
    3 unique versions available
  46. 1935 Map of White Sulphur Springs, 1965 Print
    1935 Map of White Sulphur Springs, 1965 Print
    1935 White Sulphur Springs
    1965 Print · USGS
    Greenbrier County is shown here in the mid-1930s, featuring a landscape of mountain ridges and river-bottom settlements connected by the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad. Researchers can locate many now-rare landmarks, from Camp Alleghany to the Enon Church and schools like Dansie School.
  49. 1939 Map of White Sulphur Springs
    1939 Map of White Sulphur Springs
    1939 White Sulphur Springs
    1939 Print · USGS
    Greenbrier County is captured here in the late 1930s, showing a landscape defined by the winding Greenbrier River and the expanding road network of Lewisburg. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous rural institutions, from the grounds of Camp Alleghany to local centers like Frankford and Pilgrim Rest Church.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1945 Map of Clifton Forge, 1963 Print
    1945 Map of Clifton Forge, 1963 Print
    1945 Clifton Forge
    1963 Print · USGS
    The rail and river corridors of Alleghany County are captured here at the end of the war, centered on the bustling junction of Clifton Forge. Genealogists and historians can trace old community landmarks like Union Chapel, the Rich Patch Mines, and the Deeds Sch among the ridgelines.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1945 Map of New Castle, 1964 Print
    1945 Map of New Castle, 1964 Print
    1945 New Castle
    1964 Print · USGS
    The mountain gaps of Craig and Alleghany Counties are captured here at the end of the war, when mining and rail transport still defined the local economy. Researchers can trace the legacy of industry and faith at Jordan Mines, Lignite, and Shoafs Chapel.
  58. 1946 Map of Callaghan
    1946 Map of Callaghan
    1946 Callaghan
    1946 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and West Virginia borderlands are captured here in the mid-1940s, showing the intersection of heavy rail and mountain life. Genealogists and historians can trace old community sites like Hokes Chapel, Dunlap Sch, and the industrial operations at Stack Mine.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1946 Map of Millboro, 1957 Print
    1946 Map of Millboro, 1957 Print
    1946 Millboro
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Alleghany and Rockbridge county lines are mapped here in the mid-1940s, highlighting a rugged corridor of industry and nature. Researchers can trace the Chesapeake and Ohio RR through the Lick Run Tunnel or locate Long Dale Furnace and Rockbridge Alum Springs.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1947 Map of New Castle
    1947 Map of New Castle
    1947 New Castle
    1947 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and West Virginia borderlands in the late 1940s reveal a landscape of mountain resorts and industrial remnants. You can trace the legacy of mineral spas at Sweet Springs and locate early community hubs like Jordan Mines and the Fenwick Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1947 Map of Roanoke, 1948 Print
    1947 Map of Roanoke, 1948 Print
    1947 Roanoke
    1948 Print · USGS
    Central Virginia in the late 1940s reveals a region defined by its great mountain ridges and the powerful river-and-rail economy connecting Roanoke to Lynchburg. Researchers can trace the path of the Virginian RR and locate historic county seats like Charlotte Court House.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1948 Map of Ronceverte, 1964 Print
    1948 Map of Ronceverte, 1964 Print
    1948 Ronceverte
    1964 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia and Virginia borderlands come into focus in the late 1940s, showing the mountain communities between the Greenbrier River and the Jefferson National Forest. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks like McGlone and Gutes, or trace rural institutions such as Pleasant Valley Sch and Red Mill.
  73. 1949 Map of Callaghan
    1949 Map of Callaghan
    1949 Callaghan
    1949 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and West Virginia borderlands come alive in this mid-century survey of the high Allegheny ridges and river valleys. Genealogists and researchers can trace the Chesapeake and Ohio rail line to vanished stops like Backbone Siding or locate family sites near Hokes Chapel and Whites Draft Sch.
    2 unique versions available
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