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1942 Map of Ludlow
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1942 Map of Ludlow

USGS Topo · Published 1942

About this map

Ludlow and North Wilbraham emerge as key transit and industrial hubs along the Chicopee River during this 1930s era survey. The landscape is defined by the heavy infrastructure of the Boston and Albany railroad and the expansive Springfield Reservoir, which sits amidst the rolling elevations of Minechoag Mtn and High Hill. Institutional landmarks like the Wilbraham Academy and the Ludlow Country Club highlight the region's social development, while smaller local features like Washington Sch and School No 6 offer granular detail for local historians. The map also captures the transition from village centers like Ludlow Center to the residential growth at Indian Orchard, providing a clear view of the area's pre-war geography and the legacy of its early mills and waterworks.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1942
Date Published1942
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions16.15 x 20.41 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain