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1953 Map of Love Point, 1955 Print
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1953 Map of Love Point

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

Kent Island anchors this mid-century maritime study, showcasing the northernmost tip where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Chester River. The landscape is dominated by the strategic terminal of the Baltimore and Eastern railroad, which reaches into the water at Love Point. This nexus of rail and river commerce is punctuated by the Love Point Lighthouse, a critical navigational aid for vessels transitioning between the bay and the river mouth. The map captures a moment when the shoreline around Camp St Martin and the local landing areas were vital hubs for Eastern Shore transportation. The offshore soundings and detailed hydrography provide a clear picture of the shifting shoals and deep-water channels that defined the nautical life of the region during the early 1950s.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain