1931 Map of Accomac

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The salt marshes and coastal inlets of Virginia's Eastern Shore define this landscape, where the Pennsylvania Railroad corridor links inland agricultural hubs with the Atlantic maritime economy. Accomac serves as a central focal point, surrounded by a network of smaller rural communities like Tasley, Onley, and Melfa. The shoreline is heavily articulated by features such as Metomkin Bay and Burton's Bay, protected from the open ocean by a chain of barrier islands including Cedar Island and Paramore Island. These coastal areas reveal the era's reliance on water navigation and maritime safety, evidenced by multiple Coast Guard installations like the Metomkin Inlet C G Sta and the Wachapreague C G Sta. Social life is marked by the presence of the Keller Fairgrounds and several recreational lodges, such as the Wachapreague Club and Holly Island Club.