1955 Map of Fairbanks D-2

About this map

Fairbanks serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, showing the city's development between the Chena River and Noyes Slough. The expansion of Ladd Air Force Base dominates the landscape to the east, complete with its extensive Bombing and Gunnery Range stretching south toward the Tanana River. The map documents a critical era of growth for the University of Alaska at College, and the arrival of early aviation infrastructure at the International Airport and Phillips Field.