1966 Map of Eastville

About this map

Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean define this coastal landscape, which encompasses the narrow Delmarva Peninsula and the Outer Banks. The peninsula is dotted with agricultural and maritime settlements such as Eastville, Accomac, and Onancock, many connected by the rail corridor of the Norfolk & Southern. Along the Atlantic front, the complex barrier island system includes Assateague Island National Wildlife Refuge and Wallops Island, while the southern reaches show the early suburban footprint of Virginia Beach and military installations like Fort Story and Camp Pendleton. The map provides an intricate view of the shifting wetlands and inlets, from Chincoteague Inlet down to Currituck Sound. Navigational landmarks like the Janes Island Lighthouse and the Wright Monument at Kitty Hawk anchor the region's historical geography, reflecting a mix of lighthouse service, early aviation history, and coastal defense.