1967 Map of Front Royal

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The convergence of the North Fork and South Fork to form the Shenandoah River dictates the landscape of this 1960s study. The industrial footprint of Viscose City sits prominently along the riverbank, balanced by the institutional grounds of the Randolph Macon Military Academy and the recreational gateway at the Skyline Caverns Entrance. Cultural landmarks including the Prospect Hill Cem and Crosby Stadium reflect the established community life in Front Royal, while the surrounding terrain is marked by the presence of Shenandoah National Park and the scenic Skyline Drive. Transportation patterns are well-defined by the Norfolk and Western and Southern railroads, alongside traces of the Manassas Gap RR (Abandoned). Further out, the landscape transitions into agricultural and resource-rich zones featuring numerous quarries and the expansive U S Dept of Agriculture Research Center.