1952 Map of Kodiak

About this map

Kodiak and its surrounding archipelago are depicted here during the mid-20th century, a time defined by the coastal maritime economy and the expansive U S Naval Reservation protecting the strategic North Pacific. The map details the deep-water inlets of Chiniak Bay and Ugak Bay, alongside established settlements like Old Harbor and the cannery hub at Larsen Bay. Much of the interior is dominated by the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge, where high peaks such as Mount Glottof and Crown Mtn overlook a complex system of glacial lakes, including Karluk Lake and Uganik Lake. The geography of the islands is meticulously captured, from the narrow Sitkalidak Strait to the northern reaches of Afognak Island. This survey reflects the era's reliance on the sea for transport and industry, mapping numerous bays and peninsulas that were central to the region's salmon fisheries and coastal identity.