1946 Map of Bangor

About this map

Bangor and its surrounding townships appear here at the conclusion of the second World War, showing a landscape defined by its major rail junctions and river frontage. The confluence of the Maine Central Railroad and the Bangor and Aroostook Railroad at Northern Maine Junction highlights the region's importance as a transportation hub for the Maine interior. Along the Penobscot River, the urban centers of Brewer and South Brewer face the primary settlement, while the outskirts reveal a more rural character through small hamlets like Leather Corner and Snow Corner. Significant military activity is noted at Dow Field and the adjacent U S Military Reservation, reflecting the era's defense priorities. The map also documents numerous recreational and domestic sites, from the landings on Pushaw Lake such as Elliot Landing and Sandy Beach, to local landmarks like the Longfellow Sch and Oak Grove Cem.