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1907 Map of Hampton

Name: 1907 Topographic Map of Hampton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1925
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1925

About this map

Hampton and the surrounding peninsula at the turn of the century reveal a landscape defined by its strategic coastal positioning and Civil War legacy. The map highlights the Big Bethel Battlefield and nearby Big Bethel Church, marking sites of early conflict in the war. Coastal infrastructure is extensive, featuring Fort Monroe at Old Point Comfort and the National Soldiers Home, alongside early aviation developments at Langley Field.

Transport networks are anchored by the Chesapeake and Ohio R R and its electric counterpart, connecting interior settlements like Morrison and Tabb to the waterfront. Educational history is represented by the Hampton Normal School and its farm. The intricate coastline of Goodwin Neck and Fish Neck is dotted with commercial sites such as Slates Wharf and Amorys Wharf, illustrating the maritime economy of the Chesapeake Bay.