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1944 Map of Lynn

Name: 1944 Topographic Map of Lynn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1944
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

The Lynn coastline and its surrounding North Shore communities are captured in this mid-century survey, showcasing a landscape defined by dense urban development and intricate coastal geography. Industrial and residential corridors are linked by the Boston and Maine RR and the Boston Revere Beach and Lynn RR, which parallel the shoreline from Beachmont toward the heart of the city. Notable social and civic infrastructure is visible, including the City Farm, Isolation Hospital, and the prominent Classical High Sch.

To the north, the terrain rises into the rocky outcrops of Lynn Woods, featuring landmarks like Mt Gilead and Burrill Hill alongside numerous water bodies such as Breeds Pond and Walden Pond. The unique geography of Nahant is shown connected by Nahant Road across the harbor, while the recreational spirit of the era is evident at Suffolk Downs Race Track and the Tedesco Country Club near Marblehead.