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1953 Map of Galena

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Galena
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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The Sassafras River dominates the northern landscape of this mid-century survey, defining the irregular border between Cecil and Kent counties. The shoreline is characterized by complex inlets like Woodland Creek and Turner Creek, interspersed with landings such as Shellcross Wharf. Inland, the economy of the Upper Eastern Shore is tied to the Pennsylvania railroad line, which connects agricultural hubs like Kennedyville and Lambson.

Genealogists will find numerous local landmarks, including Shrewsbury Ch and St Dennis Cem. The terrain rises toward Oaves Hill while the southern reaches descend toward the Chester River. Small rural clusters such as Locust Grove and Chesterville reflect a stable pattern of Maryland village life before the expansion of modern highway systems, centered around country churches like Asbury Ch and the protected lands of the Chesterville Forest.