1951 Map of Manassas

About this map

Manassas and Centreville anchor this 1951 survey of the Northern Virginia landscape, showing a transition period as post-war suburban growth began to edge into traditionally rural terrain. The Southern Railway corridor facilitates travel through the southern portion of the map, passing through the historic town of Clifton and near the developing community of Yorkshire Acres. Cultural landmarks like St Timothy's Ch, Mt Olive Ch, and Cub Run Sch reveal the established social centers of the era. The terrain is defined by the winding course of Bull Run, which serves as the boundary between Prince William and Fairfax counties. The map provides specific insights for local historians through small settlement clusters at Johnsons Corner and Uniontown, alongside industrial features like the Quarry near Bull Run.