1947 Map of Benndale

About this map

Pascagoula River meanders through the eastern edge of this landscape, its path defined by numerous oxbows such as Davis Dead River and McRea Dead River. The 1947 topography reveals a rural Mississippi interior dominated by the De Soto National Forest, where the transition from dense forest to swampy bottoms is marked by features like Spogett Bay. Settlers and families are represented through numerous small cemeteries and landmarks, including Indian Cem, Thomas Cem, and Alexander Bridge.