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1956 Map of Fleetwood

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Fleetwood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

Fleetwood and the agricultural valleys of Berks County are documented in this mid-century survey, showcasing a landscape defined by the Reading railroad and the winding paths of Moselem Creek and Willow Creek. The map captures the industrial heritage of the region at Oley Furnace and several Quarry sites, alongside the community foundations of rural life. Numerous localized schools like Stimmels Sch and Seidel Sch are scattered across the townships, reflecting the educational network of Maiden Creek and Richmond.

Genealogists will find particular value in the detailed identification of family-associated landmarks and religious centers, such as Beckers St Peters Ch and Lesher Cem. The terrain transitions from the elevations of Sheep Hill and Irish Mtn down into the productive bottomlands of the Oley Valley, where the Monocacy Cr begins its southward course. These details provide a clear view of the settlement patterns and infrastructure of central Pennsylvania before modern suburban expansion changed the character of these farming communities.