1940s Maps of Westmoreland County, Virginia

Explore 23 historic maps of Westmoreland County 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.

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Westmoreland County, VA maps

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  1. 1942 Map of Occupacia
    1942 Map of Occupacia
    1942 Occupacia
    1942 Print · USGS
    Essex County's riverfront and rural interior are documented here during the early 1940s, showing a landscape of crossroads settlements and timber resources. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Vauters Church, Bethlehem Fork, and the Lumber Mill near Iraville.

  2. 1942 Map of Rollins Fork
    1942 Map of Rollins Fork
    1942 Rollins Fork
    1942 Print · USGS
    The Northern Neck region during the early 1940s reveals a landscape defined by the river economy and established rural crossroads. Genealogists and local historians can trace family land and community hubs from Wilmont Wharf on the river to inland points like Rollins Fork and Kings Mill.

  3. 1943 Map of Stratford
    1943 Map of Stratford
    1943 Stratford
    1943 Print · USGS
    Maryland and Virginia shorelines meet along the Potomac River in the early 1940s, highlighting the historic grounds of Stratford Hall. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Goodrich Farm, Currioman Farm, and the riverside community of Colton.

  4. 1943 Map of Blakiston Island
    1943 Map of Blakiston Island
    1943 Blakiston Island
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River and its sprawling bays are captured here in the mid-1940s, showing a strategic landscape of military activity and coastal life. Researchers can trace landforms and local points like the Proving Ground on Newtown Neck and the Blakiston I Lighthouse.

  5. 1943 Map of Champlain
    1943 Map of Champlain
    1943 Champlain
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Rappahannock River defines this mid-century survey of the Essex and Westmoreland county border during the early 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named estates and landings like Malvale Farm, Farmers Hall, and Carters Whf.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1943 Map of Machodoc
    1943 Map of Machodoc
    1943 Machodoc
    1943 Print · USGS
    Westmoreland County’s tidal necks and rural crossroads are captured here during the mid-1940s. Local researchers can trace family lands near Nomini Hall, identify the Lee Burial Plot, or locate vanished school sites like Tidwells Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1943 Map of Morgantown
    1943 Map of Morgantown
    1943 Morgantown
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Potomac and Wicomico riverfronts come alive in this wartime survey of the Maryland-Virginia borderlands. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks like Harris Lot and Bachelors Hope Pt or locate old community centers such as Old Christ Ch and the Tompkinsville Sch.

  8. 1943 Map of Wakefield
    1943 Map of Wakefield
    1943 Wakefield
    1943 Print · USGS
    Coastal Westmoreland County during the mid-forties reveals a landscape shaped by river transport and deep-rooted family settlements. Genealogists can trace rural life through landmarks like Potomac Mills, the Gravel Run School, and Monroe Hall.

  9. 1943 Map of Yeocomico
    1943 Map of Yeocomico
    1943 Yeocomico
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Northern Neck of Virginia meets the Potomac in the 1940s, revealing a landscape of tidewater farms and river landings. Genealogists can locate family names and rural hubs like Kinsale, Zion Church, and the Fauntleroy Farm.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1943 Map of Piney Point
    1943 Map of Piney Point
    1943 Piney Point
    1943 Print · USGS
    Coastal St. Mary's County is captured mid-century as maritime tradition meets wartime expansion along the Potomac River. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Valley Lee, the Piney Point Lighthouse, and the Emergency Landing Field.

  11. 1943 Map of Montross, 1961 Print
    1943 Map of Montross, 1961 Print
    1943 Montross
    1961 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Westmoreland and Richmond counties are captured here just as the road network was modernizing. Researchers can trace historic family landmarks and community hubs from Montross to Tallent Town, including St James Ch and Chandlers Millpond.

  12. 1943 Map of Richmond, 1972 Print
    1943 Map of Richmond, 1972 Print
    1943 Richmond
    1972 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia and the state capital are shown in detail during the mid-century era of infrastructure expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace the grounds of Richmond Nat Battlefield Park, locate the Yorktown Nat Cem, or follow the many rural routes through Amelia Court House and Tappahannock.

  13. 1944 Map of Tappahannock
    1944 Map of Tappahannock
    1944 Tappahannock
    1944 Print · USGS
    The Rappahannock River valley in the mid-1940s is shown here at the height of its river-landing era. Researchers can trace family estates and rural infrastructure like St Johns Ch, Mt Airy Millpond, and the historic waterfront at Wares Wharf.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1944 Map of Montross
    1944 Map of Montross
    1944 Montross
    1944 Print · USGS
    The Northern Neck of Virginia is captured here during the mid-forties, showing the rural crossroads of Westmoreland and Richmond Counties. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and community centers such as Tallent Town, Nomini Sch, and the Washington and Lee High School.

  15. 1944 Map of Nanjemoy
    1944 Map of Nanjemoy
    1944 Nanjemoy
    1944 Print · USGS
    Maryland and Virginia meet across the Potomac River during the 1940s, showing a region defined by naval operations and rural tidewater life. Researchers can trace military footprints at Dahlgren and Blossom Point Proving Ground or find old community centers like Nindes Store and Oak Grove Sch.

  16. 1944 Map of Lottsburg
    1944 Map of Lottsburg
    1944 Lottsburg
    1944 Print · USGS
    Northumberland County in the mid-1940s was a network of tidal creeks and small crossroads settlements. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and rural infrastructure through Gordys Mill, Zion Church, and the E Branch Chapel School.
    2 unique versions available

  17. 1946 Map of Stratford, 1952 Print
    1946 Map of Stratford, 1952 Print
    1946 Stratford
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River divides Maryland and Virginia in the mid-1940s, revealing a landscape of historic plantations and river landings. Researchers can trace the grounds of Stratford Hall or locate vanished sites like Hill School and Mt Airy Wharf.

  18. 1947 Map of Haynesville
    1947 Map of Haynesville
    1947 Haynesville
    1947 Print · USGS
    The Northern Neck of Virginia in the late 1940s remained a landscape of tidal creeks and quiet crossroads. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through numerous country landmarks like Lyells Chapel, Moores Mill, and the Mulberry Ch and Sch.

  19. 1948 Map of Washington
    1948 Map of Washington
    1948 Washington
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Potomac and Chesapeake regions in the late 1940s reveal a landscape of expanding military reach and deep-rooted Tidewater settlements. Trace old rail corridors like the Richmond Fredericksburg & Potomac RR or locate landmarks like the Wakefield Washington Monument and St. Marys College.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1948 Map of Nanjemoy
    1948 Map of Nanjemoy
    1948 Nanjemoy
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River tidewater region is captured here in the years following World War II, showing the rural communities of Charles County and King George County. Trace old family locales and infrastructure from Nindes Store and Grayton PO to the NAVAL PROVING GROUND.
    2 unique versions available

  21. 1949 Map of Richmond, 1951 Print
    1949 Map of Richmond, 1951 Print
    1949 Richmond
    1951 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia in the years following World War II remained a landscape of historic river towns and expanding military bases. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Southern Ry and locate established landmarks from Camp Lee to the remote reaches of Dragon Swamp.

  22. 1949 Map of Rollins Fork, 1961 Print
    1949 Map of Rollins Fork, 1961 Print
    1949 Rollins Fork
    1961 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia just after the war reveals a landscape of tidal reaches and quiet rural junctions where three counties meet. Genealogists can trace family names and community centers like Rollins Fork, Nash Town, and Macedonia Ch along the Rappahannock River.

  23. 1949 Map of Occupacia, 1961 Print
    1949 Map of Occupacia, 1961 Print
    1949 Occupacia
    1961 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia near the Rappahannock River is captured here in the late 1940s, showing a traditional landscape of millponds and rural parishes. Researchers can locate historic landmarks such as Vauters Ch and Hunters Millpond alongside crossroads like Hustle.

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