1957 Map of Davidsonville

About this map

The Patuxent River winds through the center of this Maryland landscape, serving as the natural boundary between Anne Arundel and Prince Georges counties. This mid-century era is defined by a network of rural crossroads and established parishes, such as All Hallows Chapel and Sacred Heart Ch. The landscape is a mix of agricultural land and industrial activity, evidenced by numerous Sand and Gravel Pits and the presence of the U S Military Reservation Air Force Transmitter Station north of the river. Infrastructure is anchored by several historic river crossings, including Priest Bridge, Governor Bridge, and Queen Anne Bridge, which connect the scattered settlements of Mitchellville and Davidsonville. Local schooling and community life are visible through landmarks like the Mullikin Sch and St Pauls Ch, while the Pennsylvania railroad line skirts the western edge of the territory.