1940s Maps of Broadwater, Virginia

Explore 3 historic maps of Broadwater 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 Broadwater'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 Broadwater's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.


Broadwater, VA maps

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  1. 1941 Map of Broadwater
    1941 Map of Broadwater
    1941 Broadwater
    1941 Print · USGS
    The Virginia barrier islands appear here just before the mid-century, showing the isolated settlement of Broadwater on Hog Island. Researchers can trace old coastal infrastructure and maritime landmarks like the Little Machipongo Inlet C G S and Great Machipongo Inlet.

  2. 1942 Map of Little Machipongo Inlet, 1962 Print
    1942 Map of Little Machipongo Inlet, 1962 Print
    1942 Little Machipongo Inlet
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Virginia barrier islands at the height of the Second World War reveal a landscape of shifting sands and isolated maritime settlements. Researchers can trace the layout of Broadwater on Hog Island and locate nearby landmarks like the Cem and Rogue Island.

  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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