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1893 Map of Falmouth, 1939 Print
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1893 Map of Falmouth

USGS Topo · Published 1939

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Buzzards Bay and its complex network of inlets and islands dominate this late 19th-century coastal landscape. The maritime character of the region is anchored by navigational landmarks such as Wing's Neck Light, Bird Island Light, and Nobska Point Light. Inland, the settlement pattern is shaped by the Woods Hole Branch of Old Colony Railroad, which links coastal villages from North Pocasset down to Woods Hole. The map reveals a transition toward seasonal residency and coastal recreation, evidenced by established summer colonies like Falmouth Heights and Menauhant. Local geography is defined by a high density of glacial kettle ponds such as Coonamessett Pond and Deep Pond, alongside the intricate shoreline of Pocasset Harbor and Megansett Harbor. Prominent family-named landmarks like Tempe's Knob and Swift's Hill provide specific touchpoints for genealogical and local history research.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1939
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.62 x 19.96 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain