1951 Map of Anchorage
USGS Topo · Published 1951About this map
Anchorage and its surrounding glacial landscape are captured here in the early 1950s, a period of significant military and infrastructure development for the region. The map highlights the strategic importance of Fort Richardson and Elmendorf Field north of the city, while the Alaska Railroad line snakes along the Knik Arm to connect the growing settlements of Wasilla and Palmer. To the north, the Matanuska Valley shows a dense concentration of mining activity, including the Independence Mine and Gold Bullion Mine in the Talkeetna Mountains, reflecting the area’s industrial roots.
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Editions of this 1951 Anchorage Map
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Historical Maps of Anchorage Through Time
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