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1963 Map of Freedom

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Freedom
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Freedom and the surrounding townships of Centerville, Farmersville, and Rushford are depicted here during a period of mid-century stability. The landscape is characterized by its agricultural character and extensive State Reforestation Areas, which are interspersed among the headwaters of Caneadea Creek and Clear Creek. The transportation network is defined by legacy infrastructure, including the Old RR Grade and the Baltimore and Ohio Road, reflecting the importance of historical rail corridors in connecting these rural outposts.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the placement of rural landmarks like Salem Ch, the Old Burying Grounds near Rushford, and County Line Cem. Recreational sites such as Crystal Lake and Scouthaven Camp offer a glimpse into the social life of the county. The map also documents specific local infrastructure, from the Radio Tower in Centerville to the Central Sch in the southeast corner, alongside numerous gravel pits that hint at the region's localized resource extraction.