1947 Map of Bedford

About this map

The Duck River winds through the northeast corner of this landscape, its path marked by notable crossing points like the Temple Ford and Sims Bridge. Recorded during a mid-century field examination, the area is defined by a dense network of small rural communities and family-centered landmarks. Near the Bedford settlement, New Bethel Ch stands as a spiritual hub, while several one-room schoolhouses like Thompson Grove Sch and Red Oak Sch reflect the educational footprint of the era. The land is heavily partitioned by historic thoroughfares including Richmond Pike and Snell Road, linking agricultural holdings. For genealogists, the map is particularly rich with small burial grounds such as Pisgah Cem, Knight Cem, and Coleman Cem, which provide essential clues for tracing families across the local terrain.