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1993 Map of Englewood

Name: 1993 Topographic Map of Englewood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

Chicago's dense industrial and residential grid defines this map, stretching from the South Branch Chicago River and the Chinatown district to the southwestern edge of the city. The landscape is dominated by the massive infrastructure of the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal and major rail lines like the Icg RR, which historically fueled the city's manufacturing core. Significant public spaces and institutions anchor these neighborhoods, including the sprawling Marquette Park and Douglas Park, along with the International Amphitheatre and the University of Illinois at Chicago.

The map provides an intricate view of early 1990s urban life, documenting the proximity of industry to residential communities. It captures numerous neighborhood staples such as St Rita High Sch, Maria High Sch, and Holy Cross Hospital. The presence of the Cook County Dept of Corrections and the Turning Basin along the canal highlight the functional, working-class character of the Englewood and Elsdon areas during this period.