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1954 Map of Ludlow SE, 1963 Print
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1954 Map of Ludlow SE

USGS Topo · Published 1963

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Bullion Mountains dominate this Mojave Desert landscape during the mid-1950s, defining a region where natural terrain meets Cold War military expansion. The map illustrates a significant land-use transition, with large portions of the desert floor and mountain slopes designated as the Marine Corps Training Center. A distinct Naval Reservation Boundary cuts across the northern section, marking the edges of restricted federal land in San Bernardino County. In the northeast corner, a solitary Pipeline traces a straight line across the arid flats of the Bullion Mts, indicating the essential infrastructure required for survival and industry in this remote environment. This 1954 survey captures the character of the California desert before the intensification of modern development, focusing on topographical relief and the formalizing of military training grounds.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1963
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain