1956 Map of Des Moines SE
USGS Topo · Published 1977About this map
The State Capitol stands as a focal point in this urban landscape, where the confluence of the Des Moines River and Raccoon River shaped the city's earliest growth. By the mid-1950s, the southeastern quadrant of the city reveals a complex network of rail infrastructure, including the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific and the Fort Dodge Des Moines and Southern railroads. This era of development is marked by the expansive State Fairground and institutional landmarks like Grandview College and the Childrens Home.
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Editions of this 1956 Des Moines SE Map
4 editions found
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