1925 Map of Indian Head

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Indian Head Proving Grounds and military installations like Fort Humphreys and Fort Washington dominate this mid-1920s landscape along the Potomac River. This era shows a river-dependent economy transitioning toward modern road networks, with the Richmond Highway appearing alongside established water-based landmarks like Mattinglys Wharf, Proctors Wharf, and Poseys Wharf. The map provides significant detail for genealogists, identifying numerous rural schools such as the Potters Hill School, Lebanon School, and the uniquely named Granny Thompson School. Inland, the terrain is marked by traditional hubs like Pohick Church and Millards Mill, while the shoreline is defined by a series of named points including Possum Nose, Cockpit Pt, and Hallowing Pt, illustrating the intricate geography of the Maryland and Virginia borderlands before extensive suburban development.