1955 Map of Junction City

About this map

Junction City sits at the vital confluence of the Republican River and Smoky Hill River, forming the headwaters of the Kansas River. This mid-century survey illustrates the deep integration between the city and the Fort Riley Military Reservation, which dominates the northern half of the landscape. Within the reservation, specialized sites like the National Rifle Range and the Hippodrome appear alongside major installations such as Camp Forsyth and Camp Whitside. Local history and civic life are detailed through the inclusion of the Courthouse, Post Office, and several neighborhood institutions like Washington Grade School and Lincoln School. The map also identifies the Kansas First Territorial Capitol near the riverbank, marking a significant site in the state's early political history. Transportation infrastructure is represented by the Union Pacific rail lines and aviation facilities including Marshall Airfield and the Junction City Municipal Airport.