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1940 Map of Hartford

USGS Topo · Published 1989

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The Pigeon River carves a deep path through this Appalachian borderland, where the Cherokee National Forest meets the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The landscape is defined by its steep ridges and narrow coves, including Greasy Cove Branch and Britt Hollow, which historically dictated the pattern of mountain settlement. Small rural communities like Hartford, Bluffton, and Catons Grove serve as the primary hubs, connected by winding roads that track the river's edge. Family history is deeply rooted in the land here, evidenced by numerous small burial grounds such as Shultz Cem, Gunter Cem, and the McMillan Cem. Higher elevations like Hall Top and Snowbird Mountain provide the backdrop for the winding Appalachian Trail as it crosses the Tennessee and North Carolina border near Rich Butt Mtn.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1940
Date Published1989
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.5 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain