1942 Map of Ladysmith

About this map

The settlement of Ladysmith anchors this 1942 topographical survey, which reveals a landscape defined by the convergence of the Mat River, Matta River, and Motto River along the border of Spotsylvania and Caroline Counties. The area is characterized by numerous family-named crossroads and rural hubs, including Blades Corner, Wallers Corner, and Ann Wrights Corner, reflecting a long-standing agricultural and local trade network. For genealogists and local historians, the map preserves the exact locations of several community landmarks such as Beulah Church, Bethany Church, and Colemans Mill.