1908 Map of Gettysburg
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1908 Map of Gettysburg

USGS Topo · Published 1908

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Gettysburg and its storied surrounding landscape are documented here just decades after the Civil War, revealing the transition of the battlefield into a commemorative site. Landmark elevations such as Cemetery Hill, Culp Hill, Seminary Ridge, and Little Round Top define the terrain, while the Baltimore Pike and Emmitsburg Road anchor the transportation network. Beyond the immediate town, the map provides a look at the agrarian and industrial life of Adams County, featuring numerous rural schools like Independence School and Goodintent School, alongside essential water-powered operations such as Bream Mill and Hershey Mill.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1908
Date Published1908
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.5 x 19.9 inches

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CopyrightPublic Domain