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1955 Map of Flaxman Island B-5, 1972 Print
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1955 Map of Flaxman Island B-5

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The Beaufort Sea dominates this hydrographic study, revealing the shallow, shifting character of the Arctic coastline during the mid-1950s. The Stockton Islands chain forms a fragile barrier against the open sea, featuring small outposts like Pole Island and Belvedere Island. Of particular interest to researchers is the inclusion of Belvedere, a namesake landmark situated on the interior of the island chain, and Challenge Entrance, which provided a critical passage through the shoals. These maritime features represent the sparse but vital geographical identifiers used by the Army Map Service and the Bureau of Land Management to catalog this remote stretch of the Alaska North Slope before the onset of modern industrial development.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions17.1 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain