1972 Map of Alexandria
USGS Topo · Published 1992About this map
The Red River corridor defines the geography of this central Louisiana hub, separating the urban centers of Alexandria and Pineville. This 1970s landscape is densely packed with institutional and educational landmarks, from the expansive grounds of Camp Beauregard in the northeast to the VA Hospital and Louisiana College across the river. The map reveals the intricate network of the Missouri Pacific and Texas and Pacific railroads that historically drove the regional economy, alongside the complex levee systems and drainage canals like the Diversion Channel protecting the low-lying settlements. Neighborhoods such as Anandale, Samtown, and Smithville are shown in detail, including numerous parochial and public institutions like Our Lady of Prompt Succor Sch and Peabody High Sch. The map also documents the significant presence of the Alexandria National Cem and the Central Louisiana State Hospital, reflecting the city's long-standing role as a center for state and federal services.
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Editions of this 1972 Alexandria Map
4 editions found
Historical Maps of Alexandria Through Time
13 maps found
1941 Alexandria
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1953 Alexandria
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1955 Alexandria
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1957 Alexandria
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1957 Alexandria
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1972 Alexandria
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1986 Alexandria
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1998 Alexandria
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2012 Alexandria
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2015 Alexandria
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2018 Alexandria
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2021 Alexandria
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2024 Alexandria
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