1948 Map of Eastport

About this map

The St Johns River dominates this coastal landscape just north of Jacksonville, where tidal creeks and expansive wetlands like Caney Swamp and Clapboard Swamp create a complex network of islands and peninsulas. Small waterfront communities and settlements such as New Berlin, Polly Town, and Eastport are clustered along the riverbanks, often centered around local landmarks like the New Berlin Sch or St Marks Ch. The presence of Quarantine Island near Dame Point reflects the maritime health protocols of the era, while the Imeson Municipal Airport and the Seaboard Air Line railroad indicate the region's mid-century role as a growing transportation hub.