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1941 Map of Colrain
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1941 Map of Colrain

USGS Topo · Published 1941

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Colrain and the neighboring hills of Franklin County are depicted here in a landscape defined by the branching waters of the North River. The river valleys are dotted with mill-era hamlets like Griswoldville, Shattuckville, and Lyonsville, which thrived alongside the waterway's power. Higher elevations such as Colwell Hill and Franklin Hill provide a stark contrast to the concentrated activity on the valley floor. Historical defense points are clearly marked, with the Site of Fort Morrison, Site of Fort Lucas, and Site of Fort Morris identifying earlier colonial frontier fortifications. To the south, the Mohawk Trail skirts the edge of the Deerfield River, while local life is evidenced by institutions like West Leyden Sch and several remote graveyards including the Chandler Hill Cem. The presence of a CCC Camp reflects the early 1940s era of public works and forest conservation in western Massachusetts.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1941
Date Published1941
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions16.4 x 19.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain