1945 Map of Bruce

About this map

The Choctawhatchee River and East River dominate this 1945 survey of the Florida Panhandle, defining a labyrinthine landscape of seasonal wetlands and river islands. The map details a period when river access remained vital for local industry and transport, evidenced by numerous riverfront sites like Miller Landing and Cedar Tree Landing. Along the eastern edge, the Pine Log State Forest establishes a protected timberland corridor, while the settlement of Ebro and its Ebro Sch serve as the primary upland community. Numerous specialized camps, including Reddick Camp and Nobleknob Camp, are scattered throughout the lowlands, likely supporting the logging or fishing activities of the era. The presence of the Cowford Ferry and the Base Line survey marker highlights the historical infrastructure used to navigate and measure this complex terrain of the Dismal Swamp and Titi Swamp.