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1955 Map of Deadman Lake SW
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1955 Map of Deadman Lake SW

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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The Marine Corps Training Center dominates this high-desert landscape in San Bernardino County, capturing a pivotal moment in the mid-1950s as the American military solidified its presence in the Mojave. This area is defined by its arid, isolated character, where vital water sources like Surprise Spring provided essential markers for navigation. The map shows the eastern edge of military operations, stretching toward the Deadman Lake basin, which served as a natural focal point for activity. A lone Landing Field near the dry lake bed and a network of Jeep Trails cutting through the terrain illustrate the era's reliance on rugged, adaptable transportation for desert training. The presence of the Naval Reservation Boundary at the southern edge highlights the complex overlapping of military jurisdictions that shaped this remote region of California during the Cold War era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain