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1956 Map of Lynn

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Lynn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Lynnway and the industrial corridors of Lynn define this mid-century coastal landscape, showing a period of dense urban growth alongside established maritime and military sites. The map documents the extensive residential footprints of West Lynn and East Lynn, anchored by civic institutions like the Classical High Sch and the sprawling Pine Grove Cemetery. Along the shoreline, the geography transitions from the commercial bustle of Lynn Harbor to the rocky outcrops of Nahant, where Fort Ruckman U S Mil Res stands as a reminder of the era's coastal defense priorities.

Further south, the recreational character of the North Shore is evident at the Wonderland Track and the broad reaches of Revere Beach. This survey records a complex environment where natural features like Breeds Pond and High Rock are hemmed in by a mature network of surface streets and the Boston and Maine rail lines. The inclusion of the Prophet Elias Monastery and various parochial sites reflects the diverse cultural fabric of the communities during this post-war decade.