1949 Map of Havelock
USGS Topo · Published 1966About this map
The U S Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point dominates the eastern landscape of this 1949 survey, showcasing the massive military installation shortly after its establishment during World War II. The base is situated along the banks of Slocum Creek and Hunters Branch, where its runways and infrastructure sit adjacent to the dense woodlands of the Croatan National Forest. This era shows the expansion of military aviation infrastructure into the coastal wetlands and pine forests of North Carolina, effectively reshaping the local economy around Havelock.
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