1947 Map of Detroit

1947 Map of Detroit

USGS Topo · Published 1947

This historical map portrays the area of Detroit in 1947, primarily covering Wayne County. Featuring a scale of 1:24000, this map provides a highly detailed snapshot of the terrain, roads, buildings, counties, and historical landmarks in the Detroit region at the time. Published in 1947, it is the sole known edition of this map.


Map Details

Date Portrayed1947
Date Published1947
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions20.2 x 26.6 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.


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