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1885 Map of Duxbury
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1885 Map of Duxbury

USGS Topo · Published 1885

About this map

The maritime landscape of Massachusetts Bay is defined by its complex network of marshes, barrier beaches, and early navigational aids during the late nineteenth century. At Captain's Hill, the Standish Monument stands as a prominent landmark overlooking Duxbury Bay, while the Gurnet Lights and an Old Tower at Cedar Point guide mariners along the rugged coast. The Old Colony Railroad corridor links coastal settlements including Marshfield, North Duxbury, and South Duxbury, facilitating a transition from purely maritime economies to more connected regional commerce. One of the most striking features is the Telegraph Cable to Brest, which makes landfall near the Cable House at Green Harbor Marsh, marking the era's critical transatlantic communication infrastructure alongside local sites like the Telegraph Office and Telegraph Hill.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1885
Date Published1885
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.33 x 20.13 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain