1923 Map of Danville
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1923 Map of Danville

USGS Topo · Published 1923

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The Dan River carves a sweeping path through the southern landscape of this 1923 survey, serving as the geographic anchor for a region defined by its river-and-rail economy. The Southern Railroad follows the watercourse, connecting early communities like Ringgold and facilitating trade at Fall Creek Station. To the north, the prominent ridge of White Oak Mountain overlooks a dense network of rural schools and churches, including Lovelace Hall School and Mt Pleasant Church, which formed the social backbone of Pittsylvania County during the early twentieth century.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1923
Date Published1923
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:48,000
Physical Dimensions22.76 x 27.28 inches

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