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1950 Map of Fairbanks C-3, 1960 Print
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1950 Map of Fairbanks C-3

USGS Topo · Published 1960

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The Tanana River dominates the northern reaches of this mid-century Alaskan landscape, its braided channels and silty currents carving a complex network of islands and sloughs. Braided water bodies like Sevenmile Slough and Hadley Slough separate significant landforms including Sam Charley Island and Hadley Island from the mainland. South of the river, the landscape shifts toward military utility during the early Cold War era. A significant portion of the territory is dedicated to Ladd Air Force Base, with a sprawling Bombing and Gunnery Range occupying the lowland forests and wetlands near the Wood River. This juxtaposition of wild river hydraulics and tactical military infrastructure illustrates the strategic importance of the interior during this period, where large-scale training grounds were carved out of the wilderness south of Rosie Creek.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1960
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions18 x 20.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain