1950s Maps of Virginia Beach, Virginia

1. 1952 Map of Cape Henry

   

   1952 Cape Henry

   1952 Print · USGS

   The Virginia coast at the mouth of the Chesapeake comes alive in this mid-century survey of the Cape Henry region. Researchers can trace the layout of Fort Story, the original boundaries of Seashore State Park, and early bayfront communities like Ocean Park.

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4. 1953 Map of Norfolk, 1954 Print

   

   1953 Norfolk

   1954 Print · USGS

   Coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina appear here during the post-war industrial boom, showing the critical rail-and-sea connections of Hampton Roads. Genealogists can trace family roots through rural landmarks like Gethsemane Ch, the Caledonia State Prison Farm, and the vast interior of the Dismal Swamp.

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7. 1953 Map of North Bay, 1956 Print

   

   1953 North Bay

   1956 Print · USGS

   Virginia's Atlantic barrier islands and coastal marshes are captured here in the early 1950s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named points like Mose Island Point or locate the Little Island Coast Guard Station and Tabernacle Ch.

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10. 1954 Map of Fentress, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Fentress

    1956 Print · USGS

    Southeastern Virginia at the mid-century shows a landscape shaped by canal traffic and growing military infrastructure. Trace early local roads and family landmarks like Fentress, Hickory Ground, and the Great Bridge Lock.

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13. 1954 Map of Pleasant Ridge, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Pleasant Ridge

    1956 Print · USGS

    Coastal Virginia in the mid-fifties is captured here during a period of rural stability and maritime importance. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks and old post offices such as Back Bay (Backbay P O), Dawley Corners, and Camels Chapel.

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16. 1954 Map of Creeds, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Creeds

    1956 Print · USGS

    Coastal Virginia and North Carolina are mapped here in the mid-1950s, showing the intersection of river life and rural farming. Researchers can trace family roots at Kala Ch, find the location of the Creeds Sch, or locate the Creeds Field (Abandoned).

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19. 1954 Map of Knotts Island, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Knotts Island

    1956 Print · USGS

    The Virginia and North Carolina borderlands come alive in this mid-century coastal survey of the Back Bay. Genealogists can trace family names across Knotts Island, Deal Island, and Simpson Neck, or locate landmarks like Knotts Island Ch.

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22. 1954 Map of Ocean View, 1958 Print

    

    1954 Ocean View

    1958 Print · USGS

    Coastal Virginia in the mid-fifties shows a landscape of rapid growth where the City of Norfolk pushes into the countryside. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of neighborhoods like Camellia Shores and Brandon Place near the Norfolk Municipal Airport.

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25. 1955 Map of Virginia Beach, 1958 Print

    

    1955 Virginia Beach

    1958 Print · USGS

    Coastal Virginia in the mid-fifties is seen here as a mix of growing beach resorts and significant Cold War-era military training grounds. Researchers can trace the early layout of Virginia Beach and find local landmarks like Mt Olive Ch, Seatack Sch, and the Coast Guard Station.

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28. 1955 Map of Kempsville, 1958 Print

    

    1955 Kempsville

    1958 Print · USGS

    Coastal Virginia during the mid-fifties shows the evolving landscape of Princess Anne County as urban expansion meets old rural communities. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Whitehurst Landing, Barrets Corner, and Old Donation Ch.

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31. 1955 Map of Cape Henry, 1958 Print

    

    1955 Cape Henry

    1958 Print · USGS

    Coastal Virginia at the mid-century shows the transition from military outposts to growing waterfront communities along the Chesapeake. Trace the landscape before modern expansion through landmarks like Fort Story, the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse, and Lynnhaven Inlet.

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34. 1955 Map of Princess Anne, 1958 Print

    

    1955 Princess Anne

    1958 Print · USGS

    Coastal Virginia at the mid-century shows a landscape of tidal creeks and growing neighborhoods as the military presence expands. Trace ancestral roots at St Johns Ch, locate family landmarks like Murdens Corner, or follow the old Southern Railroad line through Oceana.

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37. 1959 Map of Richmond

    

    1959 Richmond

    1959 Print · USGS

    Mid-century Virginia is captured here at its most vital rail and river junctions, from the capital city to the Chesapeake Bay. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of colonial settlements like Williamsburg and military landmarks including Fort Monroe and Camp Lee.

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