1958 Map of Beaufort

About this map

Beaufort and the surrounding Sea Islands are defined by a complex network of waterways, including the Beaufort River and Brickyard Creek. This 1950s landscape shows the heavy military and institutional presence that shaped the region's mid-century identity, from the sprawling Marine Corps Air Station on Port Royal Island to the U S Naval Hospital further south. The city core contains several landmark institutions, such as St Helenas Ch and the Beaufort National Cemetery, while the Charleston and Western Carolina railroad provides a vital land link across the marshy terrain.