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1921 Map of Fort De Soto
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1921 Map of Fort De Soto

USGS Topo · Published 1921

About this map

Fort De Soto stands as a strategic sentinel on Mullet Key, anchoring the entrance to Tampa Bay during a time when the coast was defined by maritime quarantine and early rail expansion. This 1921 reconnaissance documents the transitional landscape of the Florida coast, where the Seaboard Air Line railroad connects established settlements like Bradentown, Palmetto, and Ellenton. The map reveals the intricate water network of Boca Ciega Bay and Terraceia Bay, alongside specific federal infrastructure like the U.S. Quarantine Station. The inland areas around Gillette and Gulf City are dominated by salt marshes and bays, reflecting the region's topography before the extensive 20th-century coastal developments. Notable landmarks such as the Indian Hill Beacon and the junction at Terra Ceia Jc. provide critical reference points for understanding the early transport and communication corridors of Hillsboro and Manatee counties.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1921
Date Published1921
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17.16 x 22.04 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain