Old Maps of Oxford, Wisconsin for Metal Detecting

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Oxford, WI maps

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  1. 1902 Map of Portage
    1902 Map of Portage
    1902 Portage
    1902 Print · USGS
    Portage and the surrounding marshlands of Columbia County appear here at the turn of the century, centered on the strategic divide between the Wisconsin River and Fox River. Genealogists and rail historians can trace the early footprints of Portage, the canal-era site of Fort Hope, and rural communities like Pardeeville and Marcellon.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1902 Map of Briggsville
    1902 Map of Briggsville
    1902 Briggsville
    1902 Print · USGS
    The Wisconsin River valley at the turn of the century shows a landscape of river-and-rail industry. Trace the early township developments of Lewiston and Douglas, or locate original landmarks like the Levee and Big Spring.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1957 Map of Madison, 1967 Print
    1957 Map of Madison, 1967 Print
    1957 Madison
    1967 Print · USGS
    South-central Wisconsin in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of industrial hubs and glacial lakes linked by a dense rail and highway network. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of lakeside communities and find notable sites like Badger Ordnance Works and the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1958 Map of Briggsville, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Briggsville, 1959 Print
    1958 Briggsville
    1959 Print · USGS
    The rural landscapes of south-central Wisconsin are captured here in the late fifties, showcasing the crossroads of three counties. You can trace family history through numerous country schools like Stafford Sch and landmarks such as Douglas Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1960 Map of Madison
    1960 Map of Madison
    1960 Madison
    1960 Print · USGS
    Central and Southern Wisconsin are captured in the late fifties, showing the region as its rail-and-river network matured. Trace the paths of the Soo Line RR or locate family roots near Lake Mendota and Horicon National Wildlife Refuge.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1961 Map of Oxford, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Oxford, 1963 Print
    1961 Oxford
    1963 Print · USGS
    Marquette and Adams counties are shown here in the early sixties, a landscape of glacial lakes and small farming townships. Genealogists and historians can trace the locations of St Methodius Ch, Lincoln Sch, and the winding Chicago and North Western rail line.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1961 Map of Montello, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Montello, 1963 Print
    1961 Montello
    1963 Print · USGS
    Marquette and Waushara Counties in the early sixties reveal a landscape of glaciated lake country and rural crossroads. Genealogists and researchers can trace family-named sites like Metz-Tagatz Cem, visit the Charcoal Ovens, or follow the Old Railroad Grade.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1962 Map of Portage, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Portage, 1964 Print
    1962 Portage
    1964 Print · USGS
    Portage and its surrounding river country are captured here in the early sixties, showing the vital connection between the Fox and Wisconsin Rivers. Genealogists can trace family roots through the Old Fort Winnebago Cem and rural settlements like Marcellon and Endeavor.

  9. 1975 Map of Briggsville, 1978 Print
    1975 Map of Briggsville, 1978 Print
    1975 Briggsville
    1978 Print · USGS
    Briggsville and the surrounding lake country are captured in the mid-seventies just as the region's recreational and agricultural identities converged. Genealogists and historians can locate the Douglas Ch, Greenwood Cem, and a local Cheese Factory near the shores of Mason Lake.

  10. 1979 Map of Oxford
    1979 Map of Oxford
    1979 Oxford
    1979 Print · USGS
    Central Wisconsin wetlands and small-town life are captured here in the late seventies. Family historians can trace local sites like Oak Hill Cem, the village of Oxford, and the Chicago and North Western rail corridor.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1984 Map of Endeavor
    1984 Map of Endeavor
    1984 Endeavor
    1984 Print · USGS
    The riverine corridor of Marquette County is documented here in the mid-1980s as it transitions from the village of Endeavor into expansive wetlands. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites at the Moundville Ch, Rood Cem, and the shores of Ennis Lake.

  12. 1984 Map of Packwaukee
    1984 Map of Packwaukee
    1984 Packwaukee
    1984 Print · USGS
    Marquette County's river-and-rail landscape is captured here in the mid-1980s as the railroad still skirts the wide reach of Buffalo Lake. Local historians can trace family plots at Oak Hill Cem or locate the village of Packwaukee and the Montello Corners crossroads.

  13. 1985 Map of Wisconsin Dells
    1985 Map of Wisconsin Dells
    1985 Wisconsin Dells
    1985 Print · USGS
    Central Wisconsin in the mid-eighties was a landscape of intricate river bends, rail junctions, and sprawling marshlands. Researchers can trace historic routes along the Soo Line or locate family landmarks near Lyndon Station, Buffalo Lake, and Puckaway Lake.

  14. 1990 Map of Wisconsin Dells, 1991 Print
    1990 Map of Wisconsin Dells, 1991 Print
    1990 Wisconsin Dells
    1991 Print · USGS
    Central Wisconsin's river valleys and lake country are captured in detail here during the late twentieth century. Researchers can trace the rail-and-water geography connecting Wisconsin Dells and Portage with landmarks like Blackhawk Island and Buffalo Lake.

  15. 2010 Map of Briggsville, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Briggsville, 2010 Print
    2010 Briggsville
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Lewiston, Jackson, and other nearby areas

  16. 2010 Map of Endeavor, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Endeavor, 2010 Print
    2010 Endeavor
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Packwaukee, Lewiston, and other nearby areas

  17. 2010 Map of Oxford, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Oxford, 2010 Print
    2010 Oxford
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Jackson, New Chester, and other nearby areas

  18. 2010 Map of Packwaukee, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Packwaukee, 2010 Print
    2010 Packwaukee
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Packwaukee, Harris, and other nearby areas

  19. 2013 Map of Packwaukee, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Packwaukee, 2013 Print
    2013 Packwaukee
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Packwaukee, Harris, and other nearby areas

  20. 2013 Map of Oxford, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Oxford, 2013 Print
    2013 Oxford
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Jackson, New Chester, and other nearby areas

  21. 2013 Map of Endeavor, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Endeavor, 2013 Print
    2013 Endeavor
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Packwaukee, Lewiston, and other nearby areas

  22. 2013 Map of Briggsville, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Briggsville, 2013 Print
    2013 Briggsville
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Lewiston, Jackson, and other nearby areas

  23. 2016 Map of Endeavor, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Endeavor, 2016 Print
    2016 Endeavor
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Packwaukee, Lewiston, and other nearby areas

  24. 2016 Map of Packwaukee, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Packwaukee, 2016 Print
    2016 Packwaukee
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Packwaukee, Harris, and other nearby areas

  25. 2016 Map of Oxford, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Oxford, 2016 Print
    2016 Oxford
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Oxford, including Jackson, New Chester, and other nearby areas

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