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1893 Map of Gay Head, 1898 Print
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1893 Map of Gay Head

USGS Topo · Published 1898

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The western reaches of Martha's Vineyard and the Elizabeth Islands chain define this maritime landscape in the late nineteenth century. At the far southwestern tip of the Vineyard, the striking Gay Head Cliffs and the adjacent Gay Head Light provide a critical navigational landmark for vessels transitioning from the Atlantic Ocean into Vineyard Sound. The topography reveals a complex network of coastal ponds, including Squibnocket Pond and Menemsha Pond, separated from the sea by narrow beaches such as Stone Wall Beach.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1898
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions15.7 x 19.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain