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1899 Map of Hempstead
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1899 Map of Hempstead

USGS Topo · Published 1899

About this map

Hempstead and its surrounding villages occupy a transitional landscape of late-nineteenth-century development, where established townships meet the intricate salt marshes of the South Shore. The map reveals a dense network of early rail infrastructure, including the Long Island R. R. (Montauk Div.) and the Hempstead Branch, which facilitated the growth of suburban enclaves like Garden City and Mineola. These transportation lines contrast with the largely unsettled barrier beaches and tidal inlets to the south.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1899
Date Published1899
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.2 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain