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1893 Map of Barnstable, 1929 Print
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1893 Map of Barnstable

USGS Topo · Published 1929

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The Great Marshes and the intricate barrier system of Sandy Neck define the northern shoreline of the Cape in this late 19th-century survey. The landscape is dominated by the Old Colony Railroad Cape Cod Branch, which serves as the primary artery connecting the coastal villages of Sandwich, Barnstable, and Yarmouth Port. This era shows a maritime economy transitioning into the early days of coastal tourism, with notable landmarks such as the Yarmouth Camp Grounds and the Indian Meeting House in Mashpee grounding the area's local history. Navigational aids like Sandy Neck Light and the offshore Succonesset Shoal Light Vessel reflect the vital seafaring traffic of the time. To the south, numerous inland ponds and coastal reaches like Hyannis Harbor and Cotuit Port reveal a complex network of landings and small settlements.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1929
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions15.8 x 19.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain